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Adult Sit-on Kayaking Introduction Course (Afternoon 1:30pm - 4pm May 18th/19th)
€ 100 eur
Sat, 18 May 2024, 13:30 GMT+1 – Sun, 19 May 2024, 16:00 GMT+1
KA01 - Galway Bay Sailing Club
Dates Breakdown
Sat, 18 May 2024, 13:30–16:00 GMT+1
Session 1
Sun, 19 May 2024, 13:30–16:00 GMT+1
Session 2
Course Outline
This course serves as a basic introduction to Sit-on Kayaking, with a key focus on safety and enjoyment.
The course is given by fully qualified adult instructors in the safe and scenic waters in Renville.
Duration
2 Afternoon sessions over the same weekend.
Saturday May 18th 1:30pm - 4pm
Sunday May 19th 1:30pm - 4pm
Objective
By the end of this course the participant should have learnt:
- Basic safety rules of kayaking.
- Fundamental paddle strokes
- Basic kayak handling skills
- Control a kayak safely in calm conditions.
- Progress to a Sit-in Kayak course
Location
Galway Bay Sailing Club, Renville, Oranmore, H91 W678
Previous knowledge or experience
No prior experience or knowledge is required
Equipment
Buoyancy aids are provided by GBSC. Wetsuits are available but if sailors have their own wetsuits and boots, that is preferable for their comfort.
Hosts
Johnny Shorten
Training Center Manager
Contact us
- Anton Morrin
- an••••n@yah••••o.com
Location
KA01 - Galway Bay Sailing Club