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Events Guide
Introduction to Kayaking Course
Details
Start: | Wednesday 28/06/2023 at 7:00 pm |
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End: | 8:00 pm |
Location: | Outdoor Pool |
Address: | Woodgreen Leisure Centre Banbury |
Website: | http://www.cherwellcc.org.uk/courses/ |
Both courses are suitable for adults and children, although participants must be over 9 years old and be capable of swimming 25 metres. Under 18s must have a parent or guardian’s consent.
Both courses cover the techniques needed to manoeuvre a kayak on flat water as well as important safety principles and is the basis to developing the skills necessary to progress onto whitewater or any of the competitive disciplines.
Each course runs for 5 weeks with an informal assessment at the end. Those that have met the required standard may be receive a British Canoeing Paddle Award. As part of the course there will also be an opportunity to take part on a river trip on a local river (usually on a Saturday or a Sunday).
Course Fees are £80 for adults and £65 for under 18s and students in full-time education. This includes use of club equipment and facilities.