Full Day Kayak and Canoe Experience

• Learn the basics for both a Kayak and Canoe 
• Full day's tuition including lunch
• Follow tranquil river way, taking in breathe taking views.

Try out one of the fastest growing water sports at this purpose built boating centre conveniently located in the centre of the UK. The experience operates as a full day group session. Full day experiences are 3 hours canoeing & 3 hrs kayaking.
Sessions are tailored for complete beginners or those with some previous experience to ensure everyone an enjoyable time on the water. During the session you can expect to learn the basics of kayaking or canoeing and enjoy a river trip. While out on the river you will possible play a few water-based games to put your new skills to the test.

Leamington Spa

Following registration at the boat centre you will meet your instructor. They will then fit you with your equipment including buoyancy aid; cag (canoeing waterproof top) boat and paddle (spraydecks are available for experienced paddlers). The Kayaks and canoes are very stable and designed for tuition so you are unlikely to fall out unless you try hard! A full safety briefing and explanation in the use of the equipment is provided before going onto the water. The session will take place on a calm stretch of the River Leam. You will taught how to control the boat so you can enjoy a river trip up though the Victorian Gardens & into the nature reserve. You may well play some games to test your new skills! The Full Day group session will prove 2 sessions of 3 hours each; one Open Canoeing and one Kayaking.with a break for Lunch (food not included) This is ideal for people who want tot try their hand at both open canoeing and kayaking.

Age restrictions: minimum age of 14, you need to be reasonably fit and confident in the water, you do not need to be a good swimmer as you will wear buoyancy aids are worn at all times.

Please allow 7 hours at the centre to complete your experience with approximately 6 hours tuition.

Spectators are very welcome, with a number refreshments available. A children's play area is near by so children are welcome.

This experience is available of selected weekend dates through out the year. For groups of 4 or more, dates are available on request.

Please wear basic sports clothing, which you don't mind getting damp or wet, wearing old trainers, sandals, or wet shoes. A towel and complete change of clothes and shoes are necessary.
If you wear glasses its a good idea to secure them with elastic.
All equipment is provided by the centre which is BCU approved training centre.

This experience can be effected by extreme weather conditions, if in doubt please contact the centre.