About the Course
This Beginner White Water Course is an intensive 5 Day Courses for kayakers brand new to the discipline of white water or grade 2 paddlers looking to progress with a firm foundation. You will springboard your paddling over the week to increase skill and confidence in the grade 2 environment.
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 is included in the course?
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 is NOT included in the course?
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.
If you have any further questions about this course we are happy to answer them via email
Your Instructor
Joe Halliwell-Dykes
Qualifications:
BCAB White Water Kayak Coach & BCAB Advanced White Water Leader
Bio:
Joe has been passionate about kayaking & paddlesports for the majority of his life, starting off on the River Dee and now paddling wherever and whenever he get's the opportunity, whether that's creeking, playboating or whitewater SUP.
Joe runs courses as well as day to day operations in paddle365 and Paddle the Dee
