A Gentle Introduction to Rock Gardens

A full-day session in gently moving water developing our boat control skills in tight situations through the effective union of body, boat and blade – in other words working on the hard skills for safe passage in rock gardens and gauntlets (a fun part of sea kayaking!).

We will be covering a broad array of strokes (maybe some which are new to you) and  testing our edging skills.

Helmets will need to worn throughout the session (loan helmets available if required).

There is the possibility of unintentional capsizes (a good opportunity to practice rescue skills) so you will need dress appropriately (and have a change of dry clothes to get into post session).

Best suited to plastic kayaks and Euro blades. If you are concerned about your boat getting a scratch or two then this is probably not the session for you.

There will a generous shore break for lunch (Balmoral) for which you have the option of self-catering or patronising the local eateries.

Kayaks and kit to Grade 2 please.

Class size limited.

The session will provide opportunities for some Grade 2 competencies to be signed off.