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Canoeing

We use Open Canoes that seat 1- 3 people. The canoes make an ideal group session for anyone who wants to try something new and different.

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Kayaking

Versatile, fast and exciting using double-bladed paddles and sitting right on the water. We can cater from total beginners to advanced paddlers. Kayaking is great fun and a great way of keeping fit!

Private, Family & Group Lessons

Our private, family and group sessions each last 1.5 hours. Our canoe/kayak sessions can cater for all levels from complete beginners to regular paddlers. Sessions take place on the Grand Union Canal which runs through our site and offers a great chance to try a new activity and acquire paddling skills!

  • Private (2 people + extras)
  • Family (2 adults + 2 juniors)
  • Group (up to 10 people)
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3 young boys canoeing

Go Paddling Canoeing and Kayaking

On Wednesday Evenings throughout the summer months we have Go Paddling (for ages 8+) which runs from 6:00pm – 7:30pm. The sessions are priced at £14.00 per person and include all instruction and equipment. Try out your paddling skills in your choice of either a canoe or kayak! Suitable for all levels from complete beginners to regular paddlers. Sessions take place on the Grand Union Canal which runs through our site and offers a great chance to try a new activity and acquire paddling skills!

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Paddle Awards

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Experience your first session on the water; learning useful skills for an enjoyable paddling experience. It aims to provide you with the basic knowledge to enable you to safely get in and out of your boat, make it move and return to your start point. This is your first step into the world of paddling, ensuring you feel safe, confident and ready to progress to the Discover Award. You can add this certificate to any of our starter sessions.
Your Discover Award allows you to develop your decision making and practical skills for a fun and safe time on the water, taking you on the next steps towards becoming a proficient and independent paddler. Learn how to choose and effectively use equipment, whilst developing an understanding of the factors which affect your paddling; giving you the confidence to progress to making your own choices with the Explore Award.
Your Explore Award gives you ownership; allowing you to choose where you move next in the world of paddlesport. Working with a coach you will be able to develop a programme that suits what you need. Learning to make confident choices with this individualised approach. Recognising your ability to independently paddle your chosen craft in a sheltered water environment.
Paddle Discover
Paddle Explore
 

Private Lesson
(1.5 hours)

First person
£57

Extra participants
£19

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Family Lesson
(1.5 hour, 5participants max)

Family
£90

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Group Lesson
(1.5 hours, up to 10 people)

JUNIORS (6 - 18 years)
£92

ADULTS (19+ years)
£140