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Introduction to Moving water - 2 days
Key Information
Duration
2 days
Running Times
09.15 - 17.00
Awarded Certificates
Minimum standard
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Minimum Age
16 yrs
This course is an introduction to moving water in sea kayaks. Develop your paddling skills and confidence in moving water, waves and tidal races with the guidance and support of our experienced kayak instructors.
During the two days we aim to cover the following;
Introducing moving water skills and top tips to handle your sea kayak in more challenging conditions.
This 2 day course includes comprehensive tidal analysis so you can really understand how conditions change, and we’ll introduce you to the best spots for playing in on both the ebb and flow of the tide.
Minimum standard;
You must be comfortable sea kayaking in moderate conditions.
The ability to roll is useful but not essential for this course
Our friendly instructors will be with you every step of the way, offering clear instruction, guidance and encouragement
Plas Menai will provide all necessary personal protective clothing including cags, waterproofs, buoyancy aids, spray decks, helmets and waterproof equipment.
Please bring with you;
- Swimming togs & towel
- Footwear for on the water (closed toe, with grippy sole, no flip flops or crocs).
- Sock that cover your ankles
- 50p for locker
If this weekend has whetted your appetite for challenging yourself on fast moving water, then take a look at our Tide Races and Overfalls 2-day course, which will give you lots more of this type of paddling.
