Beginner White Water Skills Courses (Grade 2)
Our Beginner White Water Courses can range for half day lessons to intensive 5 Day Courses for kayakers brand new to the discipline of white water and grade 2 paddlers looking to progress with a firm foundation.
Designed around our all-new cutting edge 5 Elements of Whitewater Kayaking model, these courses are designed to be give each participant an awesome whitewater kayaking skill development experience to springboard their knowledge, capability and performance level on the river. Throughout our beginner courses we aim to develop your experience and knowledge to begin to make your way as a whitewater enthusiast, plan your own adventures and have tons of great days on the river.
What level of paddler is this aimed at?
These courses are aimed at whitewater beginners who have some experience of kayaking on flat water already, at semi experienced grade 2 kayakers who are looking for some structured coaching toward their independence and progression, and anyone in between.
Participants should have basic boat control skills on flat water, be able to paddle forwards over a reasonable distance, and be able to hold themselves stable in their kayak.
What's included in the price
- Professional guiding & coaching from an experienced and qualified member of staff.
- An action plan for your progression going forward, and further remote input whenever you seek it.
- Access to the Paddle365 long-term Mentorship program.
- Digital copies of any photos from the trip.
What's not included in the price
- Accomodation and food. Contact us for hotel recommendations local to our most likely course venues.
-Transport to and from the river (unless agreed otherwise).
-Boat hire or equipment use (This can be arranged at additional cost. Please contact us if you require anything).
-Car parking or facility fees.
Paddle the Dee
Only looking to dip your toe into the whitewater world? Maybe you'd prefer to go on guided river tour first? Have family or friends that you'd like to introduce to kayaking?
Our sister company Paddle the Dee is here to help make kayaking, stand up paddleboard and whitewater more accessible to everyone.
To find out more about us check out our website here
Upcoming Beginner Whitewater Skills Courses
Private Bookings
Do these dates not work for you? Have you already got a group who want to go on a course together? Perhaps you'd prefer some 1:1 coaching?
We are happy to arrange a whole range of private coaching days out or bespoke courses either in North Wales or further afield.
Send us an email detailing your ideal bespoke course, location and dates and we'll do our best to make it happen for you!