Club Calendar

Come join us at the Basingstoke Canal Canoe club for our introduction to Kayaking course. This fun introduction to getting on the water in a kayak is based on the new British Canoeing Start syllabus will give you a good understanding of how to use a kayak effectively, and give you a good base to build on. You experience coaching, lots of games, and just enjoying the environment of the Canal.

Please note, places are limited. You need to be a member to join our courses. This provides you with insurance to use the boats and allows you to take part in our other training, trips and events throughout the year. These costs are (in addition to the course costs):

£59 – Individual / Junior

£118.50 – Family (includes 2 adults and unlimited children living at the same address)

When you sign up to the course we’ll send you a registration form requesting more information from you. If you aren’t a member we will also send you a membership form.

PLEASE NOTE – our courses fill up quickly and places are in sort supply. If you choose to cancel the course we will only refund your fee if we are able to find a replacement participant.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What Kit do I need to bring?

A. You need to have clothes that you are happy to get wet – swimming shorts, a thermal (or polyester T shirt) and old trainers / wetsuit boots. Its best to avoid cotton as it get’s heavy when wet. We can provide cags, and buoyancy aids.

Q. What type of paddle sport will I do?

A. Beginners will have the opportunity to specify a preference to complete the paddle power passport qualification in either a racing or recreational kayak.

Q. Why do I need to be a member to take part?

A. Insurance – in order to take part you need 3rd party insurance which the club provides through it’s British Canoeing affiliation.

Q. Do I have to be present while my child is on the water?

A. Yes. We have comfortable waiting facilities for parents where you can get a drink and a biscuit. It’s important you remain on site in case there are issues which lead to the session being ended early.

Q. What are the benefits of being a member?

A. When you meet the club’s minimum proficiency standard in a type of boat you get access to the club’s extensive range of boats and equipment – for free, during club sessions. For insurance purposes, if you wish to use a boat outside a club session you will need British Canoeing membership to ensure you are insured. Our boat usage policy is available on our website. See our website for more details on the benefits of membership

Q. What do I do after the course has ended?

A. The club has a number of training sessions that run throughout the week, as well as trips. One of the clubs specialist subjects is racing paddling and there are sessions Saturday mornings, and Tuesday and Thursday evenings. These run all year round, except when there is ice on the canal!

Q. Can I get food at the club on course nights?

A. There is no provision for meals at the club at the moment. However there are good tea and coffee making facilities and a dry, warm room to wait in. The club also has new spacious male / female changing rooms

Q. I’d like to complete a course while my child is paddling – is this possible?

A. Yes – you can join them on the Start course as it’s mixed age.

Saturday 27 April, 10am – B3C Elimination Race.  We’ve all seen the cyclists do it, where the final racer at the end of each lap is eliminated!  The B3C race will have a shorter course for GP/Tourer and a longer course for racers, but all on the water at the same time in the same event.  This event is free, with tea and toast in the clubhouse after. More details to follow. Again book online at Eventbrite.  Contact:  Pina Napolitano

Come join us at the Basingstoke Canal Canoe club for our introduction to Kayaking course. This fun introduction to getting on the water in a canoe is based on the new British Canoeing Start syllabus will give you a good understanding of how to use a canoe effectively, and give you a good base to build on. You experience coaching, lots of games, and just enjoying the environment of the Canal.

Please note, places are limited. You need to be a member to join our courses. This provides you with insurance to use the boats and allows you to take part in our other training, trips and events throughout the year. These costs are (in addition to the course costs):

£59 – Individual / Junior (note if you are over 18 and not a member of British Canoeing there is an additional £5 surcharge)

£118.50 – Family (includes 2 adults and unlimited children living at the same address)

When you sign up to the course we’ll send you a registration form requesting more information from you. If you aren’t a member we will also send you a membership form.

PLEASE NOTE – our courses fill up quickly and places are in short supply. If you choose to cancel the course we will only refund your fee if we are able to find a replacement participant.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What Kit do I need to bring?

A. You need to have clothes that you are happy to get wet – swimming shorts, a thermal (or polyester T shirt) and old trainers / wetsuit boots. Its best to avoid cotton as it get’s heavy when wet. We can provide cags, and buoyancy aids.

Q. Why do I need to be a member to take part?

A. Insurance – in order to take part you need 3rd party insurance which the club provides through it’s British Canoeing affiliation.

Q. Do I have to be present while my child is on the water?

A. Yes. We have comfortable waiting facilities for parents where you can get a drink and a biscuit. It’s important you remain on site in case there are issues which lead to the session being ended early.

Q. What are the benefits of being a member?

A. When you meet the club’s minimum proficiency standard in a type of boat you get access to the club’s extensive range of boats and equipment – for free, during club sessions. For insurance purposes, if you wish to use a boat outside a club session you will need British Canoeing membership to ensure you are insured. Our boat usage policy is available on our website. See our website for more details on the benefits of membership

Q. What do I do after the course has ended?

A. The club has a number of training sessions that run throughout the week, as well as trips. One of the clubs specialist subjects is racing paddling and there are sessions Saturday mornings, and Tuesday and Thursday evenings. These run all year round, except when there is ice on the canal!

Q. Can I get food at the club on course nights?

A. There is no provision for meals at the club at the moment. However there are good tea and coffee making facilities and a dry, warm room to wait in. The club also has new spacious male / female changing rooms

Q. I’d like to complete a course while my child is paddling – is this possible?

A. Yes – you can join them on the Start course as it’s mixed age.

Got an idea for a trip? Want to organise one? Our next trips meeting will be at Paul’s house. If you can’t make it please do contribute your ideas by email beforehand. Contact Paul Jeffs for more information. Tea, coffee, and biscuits will be provided.

Come join us at the Basingstoke Canal Canoe club for our introduction to Kayaking course. This fun introduction to getting on the water in a kayak is based on the new British Canoeing Start syllabus will give you a good understanding of how to use a kayak effectively, and give you a good base to build on. You experience coaching, lots of games, and just enjoying the environment of the Canal.

Please note, places are limited. You need to be a member to join our courses. This provides you with insurance to use the boats and allows you to take part in our other training, trips and events throughout the year. These costs are (in addition to the course costs):

£59 – Individual / Junior (if you are over 18 and not a member of British Canoeing, you will be charged an additional £5 surcharge)

£118.50 – Family (includes 2 adults and unlimited children living at the same address)

When you sign up to the course we’ll send you a registration form requesting more information from you. If you aren’t a member we will also send you a membership form.

PLEASE NOTE – our courses fill up quickly and places are in short supply. If you choose to cancel the course we will only refund your fee if we are able to find a replacement participant.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What Kit do I need to bring?

A. You need to have clothes that you are happy to get wet – swimming shorts, a thermal (or polyester T shirt) and old trainers / wetsuit boots. Its best to avoid cotton as it get’s heavy when wet. We can provide cags, and buoyancy aids.

Q. What type of paddle sport will I do?

A. Beginners will have the opportunity to specify a preference to complete the paddle power passport qualification in either a racing or recreational kayak.

Q. Why do I need to be a member to take part?

A. Insurance – in order to take part you need 3rd party insurance which the club provides through it’s British Canoeing affiliation.

Q. Do I have to be present while my child is on the water?

A. Yes. We have comfortable waiting facilities for parents where you can get a drink and a biscuit. It’s important you remain on site in case there are issues which lead to the session being ended early.

Q. What are the benefits of being a member?

A. When you meet the club’s minimum proficiency standard in a type of boat you get access to the club’s extensive range of boats and equipment – for free, during club sessions. For insurance purposes, if you wish to use a boat outside a club session you will need British Canoeing membership to ensure you are insured. Our boat usage policy is available on our website. See our website for more details on the benefits of membership

Q. What do I do after the course has ended?

A. The club has a number of training sessions that run throughout the week, as well as trips. One of the clubs specialist subjects is racing paddling and there are sessions Saturday mornings, and Tuesday and Thursday evenings. These run all year round, except when there is ice on the canal!

Q. Can I get food at the club on course nights?

A. There is no provision for meals at the club at the moment. However there are good tea and coffee making facilities and a dry, warm room to wait in. The club also has new spacious male / female changing rooms

Q. I’d like to complete a course while my child is paddling – is this possible?

A. Yes – you can join them on the Start course as it’s mixed age.

The Kayaking Improvers course is intended to build confidence and develop skills for paddlers wanting to move on from an introductory course, Paddle Discover etc. We will be learning practical skills that we hope you will be able to use on moving water trips and we will try and hold the last evening at a gentle whitewater venue. Think Paddle-Explore!

Please note, places are limited. You need to be a member to join our courses.  This provides you with insurance to use the boats and allows you to take part in our other training, trips and events throughout the year.  These costs are (in addition to the course costs):

£59 – Individual / Junior

£118.50 – Family (includes 2 adults and unlimited children living at the same address)

When you sign up to the course we’ll send you a registration form requesting more information from you.  If you aren’t a member we will also send you a membership form.

PLEASE NOTE – our courses fill up quickly and places are in sort supply.  If you choose to cancel the course we will only refund your fee if we are able to find a replacement participant.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What Kit do I need to bring?

A. You need to have clothes that you are happy to get wet – swimming shorts, a thermal (or polyester T shirt) and old trainers / wetsuit boots. Its best to avoid cotton as it get’s heavy when wet. We can provide cags, and buoyancy aids.

Q. What type of paddle sport will I do?

A. Beginners will have the opportunity to specify a preference to complete the paddle power passport qualification in either a racing or recreational kayak.

Q. Why do I need to be a member to take part?

A. Insurance – in order to take part you need 3rd party insurance which the club provides through it’s British Canoeing affiliation.

Q. Do I have to be present while my child is on the water?

A. Yes. We have comfortable waiting facilities for parents where you can get a drink and a biscuit. It’s important you remain on site in case there are issues which lead to the session being ended early.

Q. What are the benefits of being a member?

A. When you meet the club’s minimum proficiency standard in a type of boat you get access to the club’s extensive range of boats and equipment – for free, during club sessions. For insurance purposes, if you wish to use a boat outside a club session you will need British Canoeing membership to ensure you are insured. Our boat usage policy is available on our website.  See our website for more details on the benefits of membership

Q. What do I do after the course has ended?

A. The club has a number of training sessions that run throughout the week, as well as trips. One of the clubs specialist subjects is racing paddling and there are sessions Saturday mornings, and Tuesday and Thursday evenings. These run all year round, except when there is ice on the canal!

Q. Can I get food at the club on course nights?

A. There is no provision for meals at the club at the moment. However there are good tea and coffee making facilities and a dry, warm room to wait in. The club also has new spacious male / female changing rooms

Come join us at the Basingstoke Canal Canoe club for our introduction to Kayaking course. This fun introduction to getting on the water in a kayak is based on the new British Canoeing Start syllabus will give you a good understanding of how to use a kayak effectively, and give you a good base to build on. You experience coaching, lots of games, and just enjoying the environment of the Canal.

Please note, places are limited. You need to be a member to join our courses. This provides you with insurance to use the boats and allows you to take part in our other training, trips and events throughout the year. These costs are (in addition to the course costs):

£59 – Individual / Junior

£118.50 – Family (includes 2 adults and unlimited children living at the same address)

When you sign up to the course we’ll send you a registration form requesting more information from you. If you aren’t a member we will also send you a membership form.

PLEASE NOTE – our courses fill up quickly and places are in sort supply. If you choose to cancel the course we will only refund your fee if we are able to find a replacement participant.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What Kit do I need to bring?

A. You need to have clothes that you are happy to get wet – swimming shorts, a thermal (or polyester T shirt) and old trainers / wetsuit boots. Its best to avoid cotton as it get’s heavy when wet. We can provide cags, and buoyancy aids.

Q. What type of paddle sport will I do?

A. Beginners will have the opportunity to specify a preference to complete the paddle power passport qualification in either a racing or recreational kayak.

Q. Why do I need to be a member to take part?

A. Insurance – in order to take part you need 3rd party insurance which the club provides through it’s British Canoeing affiliation.

Q. Do I have to be present while my child is on the water?

A. Yes. We have comfortable waiting facilities for parents where you can get a drink and a biscuit. It’s important you remain on site in case there are issues which lead to the session being ended early.

Q. What are the benefits of being a member?

A. When you meet the club’s minimum proficiency standard in a type of boat you get access to the club’s extensive range of boats and equipment – for free, during club sessions. For insurance purposes, if you wish to use a boat outside a club session you will need British Canoeing membership to ensure you are insured. Our boat usage policy is available on our website. See our website for more details on the benefits of membership

Q. What do I do after the course has ended?

A. The club has a number of training sessions that run throughout the week, as well as trips. One of the clubs specialist subjects is racing paddling and there are sessions Saturday mornings, and Tuesday and Thursday evenings. These run all year round, except when there is ice on the canal!

Q. Can I get food at the club on course nights?

A. There is no provision for meals at the club at the moment. However there are good tea and coffee making facilities and a dry, warm room to wait in. The club also has new spacious male / female changing rooms

Q. I’d like to complete a course while my child is paddling – is this possible?

A. Yes – you can join them on the Start course as it’s mixed age.

Come join us at the Basingstoke Canal Canoe club for our introduction to Kayaking course. This fun introduction to getting on the water in a canoe is based on the new British Canoeing Start syllabus will give you a good understanding of how to use a canoe effectively, and give you a good base to build on. You experience coaching, lots of games, and just enjoying the environment of the Canal.

Please note, places are limited. You need to be a member to join our courses. This provides you with insurance to use the boats and allows you to take part in our other training, trips and events throughout the year. These costs are (in addition to the course costs):

£59 – Individual / Junior (note if you are over 18 and not a member of British Canoeing there is an additional £5 surcharge)

£118.50 – Family (includes 2 adults and unlimited children living at the same address)

When you sign up to the course we’ll send you a registration form requesting more information from you. If you aren’t a member we will also send you a membership form.

PLEASE NOTE – our courses fill up quickly and places are in short supply. If you choose to cancel the course we will only refund your fee if we are able to find a replacement participant.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What Kit do I need to bring?

A. You need to have clothes that you are happy to get wet – swimming shorts, a thermal (or polyester T shirt) and old trainers / wetsuit boots. Its best to avoid cotton as it get’s heavy when wet. We can provide cags, and buoyancy aids.

Q. Why do I need to be a member to take part?

A. Insurance – in order to take part you need 3rd party insurance which the club provides through it’s British Canoeing affiliation.

Q. Do I have to be present while my child is on the water?

A. Yes. We have comfortable waiting facilities for parents where you can get a drink and a biscuit. It’s important you remain on site in case there are issues which lead to the session being ended early.

Q. What are the benefits of being a member?

A. When you meet the club’s minimum proficiency standard in a type of boat you get access to the club’s extensive range of boats and equipment – for free, during club sessions. For insurance purposes, if you wish to use a boat outside a club session you will need British Canoeing membership to ensure you are insured. Our boat usage policy is available on our website. See our website for more details on the benefits of membership

Q. What do I do after the course has ended?

A. The club has a number of training sessions that run throughout the week, as well as trips. One of the clubs specialist subjects is racing paddling and there are sessions Saturday mornings, and Tuesday and Thursday evenings. These run all year round, except when there is ice on the canal!

Q. Can I get food at the club on course nights?

A. There is no provision for meals at the club at the moment. However there are good tea and coffee making facilities and a dry, warm room to wait in. The club also has new spacious male / female changing rooms

Q. I’d like to complete a course while my child is paddling – is this possible?

A. Yes – you can join them on the Start course as it’s mixed age.

Come join us at the Basingstoke Canal Canoe club for our introduction to Kayaking racing course. This fun introduction to getting on the water in a kayak is based on the new British Canoeing Start syllabus will give you a good understanding of how to use a kayak effectively, and give you a good base to build on. You experience coaching, lots of games, and just enjoying the environment of the Canal.

Please note, places are limited. You need to be a member to join our courses. This provides you with insurance to use the boats and allows you to take part in our other training, trips and events throughout the year. These costs are (in addition to the course costs):

£59 – Individual / Junior (if you are over 18 and not a member of British Canoeing, you will be charged an additional £5 surcharge)

£118.50 – Family (includes 2 adults and unlimited children living at the same address)

When you sign up to the course we’ll send you a registration form requesting more information from you. If you aren’t a member we will also send you a membership form.

PLEASE NOTE – our courses fill up quickly and places are in short supply. If you choose to cancel the course we will only refund your fee if we are able to find a replacement participant.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What Kit do I need to bring?

A. You need to have clothes that you are happy to get wet – swimming shorts, a thermal (or polyester T shirt) and old trainers / wetsuit boots. Its best to avoid cotton as it get’s heavy when wet. We can provide cags, and buoyancy aids.

Q. What type of paddle sport will I do?

A. Beginners will have the opportunity to specify a preference to complete the paddle power passport qualification in either a racing or recreational kayak.

Q. Why do I need to be a member to take part?

A. Insurance – in order to take part you need 3rd party insurance which the club provides through it’s British Canoeing affiliation.

Q. Do I have to be present while my child is on the water?

A. Yes. We have comfortable waiting facilities for parents where you can get a drink and a biscuit. It’s important you remain on site in case there are issues which lead to the session being ended early.

Q. What are the benefits of being a member?

A. When you meet the club’s minimum proficiency standard in a type of boat you get access to the club’s extensive range of boats and equipment – for free, during club sessions. For insurance purposes, if you wish to use a boat outside a club session you will need British Canoeing membership to ensure you are insured. Our boat usage policy is available on our website. See our website for more details on the benefits of membership

Q. What do I do after the course has ended?

A. The club has a number of training sessions that run throughout the week, as well as trips. One of the clubs specialist subjects is racing paddling and there are sessions Saturday mornings, and Tuesday and Thursday evenings. These run all year round, except when there is ice on the canal!

Q. Can I get food at the club on course nights?

A. There is no provision for meals at the club at the moment. However there are good tea and coffee making facilities and a dry, warm room to wait in. The club also has new spacious male / female changing rooms

Q. I’d like to complete a course while my child is paddling – is this possible?

A. Yes – you can join them on the Start course as it’s mixed age.

Sorry Fully Subscribed

The training will be led by Brian Biffin (contact him for details).

A training session to develop basic skills, safety awareness plus thoughts on “which board is best for me”.

Your chance to help us plan the river and sea trips that you want for Winter 2019, Spring 2020 and possibly beyond. Come along with ideas for trips you would like like to participate in and/or organise too and we’ll see what we can add to the calendar. We need volunteers to organise trips but you don’t always need to be a coach or leader to do the organising as we can try and help arrange appropriate leading or coaching!! If you can’t make it please email Paul in advance of the meeting with your ideas and offers!

Tea, coffee and biscuits will be provided. For more information and location, contact Paul Jeffs.

First Saturday of the month from March 2020.

An introduction to forms of Kayaking (and potentially Canoeing).  Sessions will include getting on and off the water safely, moving the boat in a straight line and lots of games.  The aim is to give you a introduction to the sport using the British Canoeing Start award (see https://www.britishcanoeingawarding.org.uk/new-personal-performance-awards/ for details) giving you a good overview of the sport. Sessions will be approximately 45 minutes on the water.  When you register, we’ll email you with further details.

FAQs

What can I bring into the event?

You need to bring suitable clothing for the day.  You should wear clothes you don’t mind getting wet and old trainers (or wetsuit boots).  The club will provide you with all other kit.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

No, just tell the organiser your name when you arrive.

Is it ok if the name on my ticket or registration doesn’t match the person who attends?

Yes, as long as you provide us with their details.

If I like canoeing / kayaking at the end of the course, can I join the club?

Of course! and to encourage you to join we’ll even subject the course fee from your first years membership!

First Saturday of the month from March 2020.

An introduction to forms of Kayaking (and potentially Canoeing).  Sessions will include getting on and off the water safely, moving the boat in a straight line and lots of games.  The aim is to give you a introduction to the sport using the British Canoeing Start award (see https://www.britishcanoeingawarding.org.uk/new-personal-performance-awards/ for details) giving you a good overview of the sport. Sessions will be approximately 45 minutes on the water.  When you register, we’ll email you with further details.

FAQs

What can I bring into the event?

You need to bring suitable clothing for the day.  You should wear clothes you don’t mind getting wet and old trainers (or wetsuit boots).  The club will provide you with all other kit.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

No, just tell the organiser your name when you arrive.

Is it ok if the name on my ticket or registration doesn’t match the person who attends?

Yes, as long as you provide us with their details.

If I like canoeing / kayaking at the end of the course, can I join the club?

Of course! and to encourage you to join we’ll even subject the course fee from your first years membership!

First Saturday of the month from March 2020.

An introduction to forms of Kayaking (and potentially Canoeing).  Sessions will include getting on and off the water safely, moving the boat in a straight line and lots of games.  The aim is to give you a introduction to the sport using the British Canoeing Start award (see https://www.britishcanoeingawarding.org.uk/new-personal-performance-awards/ for details) giving you a good overview of the sport. Sessions will be approximately 45 minutes on the water.  When you register, we’ll email you with further details.

FAQs

What can I bring into the event?

You need to bring suitable clothing for the day.  You should wear clothes you don’t mind getting wet and old trainers (or wetsuit boots).  The club will provide you with all other kit.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

No, just tell the organiser your name when you arrive.

Is it ok if the name on my ticket or registration doesn’t match the person who attends?

Yes, as long as you provide us with their details.

If I like canoeing / kayaking at the end of the course, can I join the club?

Of course! and to encourage you to join we’ll even subject the course fee from your first years membership!

First Saturday of the month from March 2020.

An introduction to forms of Kayaking (and potentially Canoeing).  Sessions will include getting on and off the water safely, moving the boat in a straight line and lots of games.  The aim is to give you a introduction to the sport using the British Canoeing Start award (see https://www.britishcanoeingawarding.org.uk/new-personal-performance-awards/ for details) giving you a good overview of the sport. Sessions will be approximately 45 minutes on the water.  When you register, we’ll email you with further details.

FAQs

What can I bring into the event?

You need to bring suitable clothing for the day.  You should wear clothes you don’t mind getting wet and old trainers (or wetsuit boots).  The club will provide you with all other kit.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

No, just tell the organiser your name when you arrive.

Is it ok if the name on my ticket or registration doesn’t match the person who attends?

Yes, as long as you provide us with their details.

If I like canoeing / kayaking at the end of the course, can I join the club?

Of course! and to encourage you to join we’ll even subject the course fee from your first years membership!

First Saturday of the month from March 2020.

An introduction to forms of Kayaking (and potentially Canoeing).  Sessions will include getting on and off the water safely, moving the boat in a straight line and lots of games.  The aim is to give you a introduction to the sport using the British Canoeing Start award (see https://www.britishcanoeingawarding.org.uk/new-personal-performance-awards/ for details) giving you a good overview of the sport. Sessions will be approximately 45 minutes on the water.  When you register, we’ll email you with further details.

FAQs

What can I bring into the event?

You need to bring suitable clothing for the day.  You should wear clothes you don’t mind getting wet and old trainers (or wetsuit boots).  The club will provide you with all other kit.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

No, just tell the organiser your name when you arrive.

Is it ok if the name on my ticket or registration doesn’t match the person who attends?

Yes, as long as you provide us with their details.

If I like canoeing / kayaking at the end of the course, can I join the club?

Of course! and to encourage you to join we’ll even subject the course fee from your first years membership!

First Saturday of the month from March 2020.

An introduction to forms of Kayaking (and potentially Canoeing).  Sessions will include getting on and off the water safely, moving the boat in a straight line and lots of games.  The aim is to give you a introduction to the sport using the British Canoeing Start award (see https://www.britishcanoeingawarding.org.uk/new-personal-performance-awards/ for details) giving you a good overview of the sport. Sessions will be approximately 45 minutes on the water.  When you register, we’ll email you with further details.

FAQs

What can I bring into the event?

You need to bring suitable clothing for the day.  You should wear clothes you don’t mind getting wet and old trainers (or wetsuit boots).  The club will provide you with all other kit.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

No, just tell the organiser your name when you arrive.

Is it ok if the name on my ticket or registration doesn’t match the person who attends?

Yes, as long as you provide us with their details.

If I like canoeing / kayaking at the end of the course, can I join the club?

Of course! and to encourage you to join we’ll even subject the course fee from your first years membership!

First Saturday of the month from March 2020.

An introduction to forms of Kayaking (and potentially Canoeing).  Sessions will include getting on and off the water safely, moving the boat in a straight line and lots of games.  The aim is to give you a introduction to the sport using the British Canoeing Start award (see https://www.britishcanoeingawarding.org.uk/new-personal-performance-awards/ for details) giving you a good overview of the sport. Sessions will be approximately 45 minutes on the water.  When you register, we’ll email you with further details.

FAQs

What can I bring into the event?

You need to bring suitable clothing for the day.  You should wear clothes you don’t mind getting wet and old trainers (or wetsuit boots).  The club will provide you with all other kit.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

No, just tell the organiser your name when you arrive.

Is it ok if the name on my ticket or registration doesn’t match the person who attends?

Yes, as long as you provide us with their details.

If I like canoeing / kayaking at the end of the course, can I join the club?

Of course! and to encourage you to join we’ll even subject the course fee from your first years membership!

The Discover Award allows you to develop your decision making and practical skills for a fun and safe time on the water, as you become a more skilled and independent paddler. Through this award you will learn how to choose and effectively use equipment, whilst developing an understanding of the factors which affect your paddling.

learn more here

Discover Awards | After the Start Award comes the Discover Award (gopaddling.info)

Contact Brian Biffin for more info.

The Discover Award allows you to develop your decision making and practical skills for a fun and safe time on the water, as you become a more skilled and independent paddler. Through this award you will learn how to choose and effectively use equipment, whilst developing an understanding of the factors which affect your paddling.

learn more here

Discover Awards | After the Start Award comes the Discover Award (gopaddling.info)

Contact Brian Biffin for more info.

Chris Williams would like to share how to plan trips involving tides and some basic weather fundamentals so as to better analyze what the weather forecasts are trying to tell us.

Chris has been a Yacht Master for many years and has planned many of our sea trips including Isle of Wight via the Forts, and via the Needles, Berry Head,  Portsea Island to name but a few.

numbers are limited to 30.

Let Rick Covell know if you want to go. Rick.covell@ntlworld.com

If you want to become independent on the water, go on self-guided adventures and know how to control your craft and stay safe on the water, this is the award for you. In this award you will take ownership of your own decisions and learn to make confidence choices, based on the places you paddle, wind and weather.

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Explore Award | Develop your Start and Discover skills further (gopaddling.info)

Contact Brian Biffin for more info.

The Discover Award allows you to develop your decision making and practical skills for a fun and safe time on the water, as you become a more skilled and independent paddler. Through this award you will learn how to choose and effectively use equipment, whilst developing an understanding of the factors which affect your paddling.

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Discover Awards | After the Start Award comes the Discover Award (gopaddling.info)

Contact Brian Biffin for more info.