Introduction to Canoeing leading to 1 Star
Cost: £30
What is it?
This course is for absolute beginners. There will be four session of training ending with an assessment session aiming to achieve the BCU 1 Star Award. Two of the weeks will be in kayak and two will be in canoe in order to give you an thorough introduction to paddle sport. You will:
- Learn to paddle forwards and backwards
- Find out how to steer and control the boat
- Develop the beginnings in water confidence
- Discover the differences between canoe and kayaking and how they relate to each other
Necessary equipment such as boats, paddles and buoyancy aids will be provided.
Pre-requisites
Although it is not necessary it is ideal that the candidates are aged 14 and over. Candidates do not need to be able to swim but some water confidence is preferable.
Payment is required to secure a place, together with a completed registration form. No refund will be given for failure to attend the course. On successful completion a £5 registration fee is required to collect your certificate.
When is it?
- Dates include: August 14th, 21st, 28th, September 4th, 11th 2010 Either 11:30am - 1:00pm or 1:30pm - 3:00pm
- Dates include: September 25th, October 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd 2010 Either 11:30am - 1:00pm or 1:30pm - 3:00pm
