Canoe Discovery experience

Beginner open canoe experience

Time: 3 hours
Location: Variable
Ratio: 1 staff to 10 participants
Difficulty rating [1]

Experience the fundamentals of canoeing with the canoeing taster session. Let our instructor
take you on a journey on the water. Suitable for children (parents on bank or tow path),
adults, families, corporate groups, and more.

Course Content:
We will provide you with the basic knowledge and skills to enable you to get on the water
safely and make your boat move in all directions, with fun and games along the way.

After the session, you will have gained knowledge of the following:
 Clothing and equipment information, think of it like a crash course in everything you
need to physically get yourself on the water, covering all the types of equipment you’ll
need
 Tips for getting on the water including how to get safely in and out of your canoe,
kayak or SUP from different places you are likely to paddle
 Learn to paddle with practical skills such as paddling forward, turning and stopping…
pretty much everything you need to get started and moving
 Staying safe on and off the water, you’ll learn about how to stay safe and make the
most out of your paddle session

What we provide:
All Kit and Equipment are provided such as Buoyancy Aids, canoe, paddle and a fully qualified instructor.

This will be available to all ages from age 7 and above.

What do you need to bring with you?
– change of clothes
– Snacks and a drink
– Old trainers you don’t mind getting wet
– Towel (large is recommended)
– Medication