Sea Kayaking Dock Session
This will run alongside the normal dock session. You do not need to book onto both.
This 4 week course is aimed at those looking to build foundation skills in sea kayaking. It will run for four weeks and show progression from start to finish. There are a limited number of spaces on this course please only book on if you plan to attend all 4 sessions. To confirm your place you must book onto all four sessions immediately.
The dates will be 15th April, 22nd April, 29th April, 6th May.
Attendance costs £6.
We will meet at the boat shed at 18:30 to allocate kayaks, paddles etc with a view of being on water at 19:00. Equipment will be transported to the launch area, where paddlers will be allocated to a coach. PLEASE DO NOT PARK IN FRONT OF THE BOAT SHEDS. There is a free car park directly opposite.
All equipment is included in the price and paddlers would just need:
- Swimwear
- Towel
- Dry change of clothes
- Hot Drink (advised!)
Plus appropriate protection for the expected conditions.
- Wetsuit
- T shirt/rash vest
- Wet shoes/old trainers (are suitable).
In addition in colder conditions equipment such as the following maybe necessary:
- Thermal rash vest
- Cagoule
Note we do not have changing facilities at the docks, a beach changing robe works well. It is advised that all paddlers turn up to the docks in their paddling attire.
Helmets are mandatory for all paddlers.
Under 18’s must have a parent or appropriate adult at the launch area for the duration of the session.
All paddlers must have their equipment checked and only enter the launch area (slipway) once fully kitted out. On return, exiting the session, paddlers should keep all safety equipment on until they have left the launch area (slipway).
Please ensure as you enter or exit the launch area (slipway) that you notify the assigned club official and they will “check you in” and ”check you out“.
Children will only be released into the care of their responsible adult.
Risk Assessment for the session can be found on Club Pal. Click, ‘Governance’, ‘Risk Assessment Dock Session’.
The Organising Committee of the Dock Sessions believe that the welfare and wellbeing of all children is paramount. All children, regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion or belief, have equal rights to safety and protection. All suspicions, concerns and allegations of harm will be taken seriously and responded to swiftly and appropriately. A welfare officer for the event has been appointed and will act as the point of contact for any concerns or allegations.
We only have 6 sea kayak available.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Any questions contact Simon/ Aidan
