About the Course
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 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
Jamie Greenhalgh
Qualifications:
BCAB Advanced Whitewater Kayak Performance Coach (Equivalent to old BCU level 5)
Bio:
A highly experienced kayaker and passionate coach; Jamie made a bid to escape the London life he was born to by devoting as much time to adventure kayaking as is humanly possibly. With a long list of major river descents across the world to his name, his personal experience is matched by his enthusiasm and passion. Jamie is a Pyranha Kayaks and NRS Europe team member.
Jamie heads up our UK Coaching Team and delivers a ton of skills courses and workshops for happy paddlers all year round!