We are running our latest series of kayaking courses for 2024
From April to July
Who is it for?
This course is designed for novice or 'out of practice' kayakers wanting the opportunity to learn sufficient kayaking skills to paddle club kayaks safety, and familiarise yourself with the club and some of its members. The course also offers an opportunity to learn and try out Canadian Canoes.
We require people to go on the 'Start' course before committing themselves to the 'Beginners' course. Kayaking requires a degree of physical dexterity and comfort on the water and the 'Start' course gives you the opportunity to experience this before committing to this course. The Start course also covers things like boat sizing and equipment which we do not want to repeat.
Dates
We have 2 course available with 12 places on each. Places will be allocated on a 1st come basis.
You will be required to attend all sessions to receive your 'Discover' award.
The evening course will be held on a series of 5x Wednesday evenings 6.00pm - 8.00pm
April 8th
May 15th
May 22nd
June 5th
June 12th
The June weekend course will be held on a series 2x Saturday 8.30am - 4.00pm
June 15th
June 22nd
The July weekend course will be held on a series 2x Saturday 8.30am - 4.00pm
July 6th
July 20th
Actual timings and dates may be subject to change due to weather conditions etc.
Cost
The cost of the course is £180 pp
Payment by BACS to be made before the course.Â
Prices may be modified for couples/families who wish to participate.
If an existing member of NCC wishes to learn new skills and SUP or kayak, the fee will £50.
Please contact Caroline NCC_SUP@hotmail.com to arrange
Criteria
18yrs or over
Children above the age of 14 will be allowed on the course if accompanied by parent/carer
You must be able to swim 50m in light clothing (without a buoyancy aid)
To have completed the 'Start' award or had some previous paddling experience.
What should I bring?
Please wear suitable clothing for being in the water.
Wet shoes/neoprene wet socks if you have them. Light pumps will work as long as they are ok to get wet. Leggings/shorts (appropriate for the weather), t-shirt, long or short sleeved, windproof jacket and thin but warm tops/trousers.
It is better to have a few thin layers rather than one thick layer·
You will get wet, please bring a change of clothes
Please bring water and energy snacks (Water refills from NCC kitchen and warm drinks)
What's Provided:
Kayak and Canoe
Paddle
Buoyancy Aid
What you will get from this course
Paddle UK 'Discover' award
1 years free club membership which gives you use of club equipment.
How do I book?
Register via the events link on the home page https://www.newburycanoeclub.co.uk/Â
On confirmation of registration make payment via BACS of £180
Account name: Newbury Canoe Club
Sort Code: 30-95-89
Account Number: 45987168
Reference <DISCOVER surname>
Cancellation
If you are unable to attend the course you may cancel up to 5 days prior to the dateÂ
You will have the option of rearranging for an alternative date upon availability, or receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 5 days a refund will only be made if we are able to fill your space. You may transfer your place with a friend.Â
Becoming a paddler
We encourage all paddlers to obtain a British Canoeing On the Water membership where you can register your awards. This includes a waterways licence and insurance to paddle over 4,500km of river navigations and canals across England and Wales.
We also encourage all 'discover' paddlers to become an acitive member of the club. Instructors are unpaid club volunteers and on joining the club we similarly expect people to volunteer to help.
As a member of NCC you will get to continue developing kayaking skills, meet other like-minded members and become part of our growing paddling community.  You will be able to use club equipment or store your own.
The 'discover' course will help you understand the safety and planning of any trips with fellow paddlers you may want to do, Whilst you may come to feel more equipped individually it is always safer to paddle in groups rather than on your own. However, when using NCC equipment it is a requirement that you must paddle in groups of 3 or more.
For all course enquiries please contact Caroline Read
Email: NCC_SUP@hotmail.com
To explore other course available including SUP and Start awards go to https://www.newburycanoeclub.co.uk/
For more information regarding British Canoeing awards go to
For all other information regarding British Canoeing and its membership, they are now rebranded as Paddle UK
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