About the Course
Fancy joining us on some of the best whitewater the UK has to offer? Want to learn the skills to allow you to tackle more complex and technical rapids without breaking a sweat? No problem. We've got you covered!
Scottish Whitewater Week is an improver whitewater course that aims to give you the skills to use the river, style your lines and learn the tactical and technical skills for harder, longer rapids.
The Scottish Highlands offer us an incredible variety of Rivers, each with their own unique style and character. The classic runs that will be local to us such as the Roy, Spean, Etive and Orchy, (to name just a few) give us great venues for coaching and we're always on hand to offer cutting-edge feedback to take your paddling to the next level. Each season in Scotland offers different opportunities for us, so we have timed each Whitewater Week to make the most of the benefits of each one.
What level of paddler is this aimed at?
The standard Scottish Classics Week is aimed at a grade 3(+) kayaker. You don't have to be all over it... That's what we're here for, but if you have consistency on grade 3 and have aspirations of running grade 4, a roll that works (most of the time anyway!) and are keen to develop your skills in an awesome setting, this is right up your ally! If you're already a grade 4 paddler but feel you'd like input to cement your skills and move forwards, this course will also suit.
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!