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BCU Level 1 Kayak Course

Explore the world of kayaking and complete your level 1 BCU certificate. With expert guidance throughout learn the basics paddling technique.

• Beginners Lesson
• 6 Hour Course
• Level 1 BCU Certificate

Master the skills and techiques of kayaking today. Being one of the oldest forms of water travel, kayaking has developed immensely over the years, recently branching off into recreational sports from surfing the waves to tackling the white water rapids. Kayaking is both great fun and incredibly rewarding whatever the discipline, so why not learn the basics and complete your BCU level 1 certificate. Develop your skills and discover the correct paddling technique, whilst improving your core balance in order to manoeuvre around an array of obstacles. Choose from a number of rafts, including sit-on-tops to racing kayaks and learn in a safe and fun environment.

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The BCU level 1 course will begin with a full safety briefing and introduction to the days sessions. You will learn the theory, water safety considerations and equipment functions within a land based lesson before moving out on the water to have a go. Listen to the qualified instructor and discover the basic paddling technique, learn how to manoeuvre forwards, backwards, turning and journeying before enjoying an open canoeing session. Practice your new found skills and complete the BCU criteria, set and assessed according to the British Canoe Union regulations.Your experience will draw to a close with a de-brief back at the centre, including a discussion of the techniques learnt and presentation of your personalised certificate.

Minimum Age: 16
Under 18's must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Please let the centre know if you are not confident within the water.
If you are extraordinarily tall or short, or feel that your physique may impair your enjoyment of this activity in any way, please check with the centre when booking.

This experience lasts approximately 6 hours.

This experience is great for both individuals and groups alike.
Spectators welcome.

The experience is available on selected dates throughout the year, normally weekend availability.

Please bring a swimsuit, towel, sun cream and a warm change of clothes to the centre.
All specialised equipment will be provided by the centre.

This experience can be affected by extreme weather conditions. If in doubt, please contact the centre on the day to make sure it is going ahead.

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