Canoe White Water Skills
In this two-day course designed for flat water paddlers, you'll learn to navigate the white water environment with skill and safety. With the guidance of experienced coaches, you'll develop specific white water techniques and safety strategies, allowing you to enjoy the thrill of white water canoeing with confidence.
Plas y Brenin
2 Days
Instructor Ratio4:1
Location
Plas y Brenin
Length
2 Days
Instructor Ratio
4:1
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Overview
Are you a solo paddler or tandem team eager to master the excitement of white water canoeing? This two-day course is tailored for capable flat-water paddlers who want to transition into the thrilling world of white water.
Guided by our highly experienced coaches, you’ll work on developing specific techniques such as breaking in and out, ferry gliding, and surfing standing waves, while also enhancing safety through river reading, navigation strategies, and essential safety and rescue techniques.
Day one will begin with a revisit to the fundamental skills of white water canoeing, and the following days will involve hands-on river trips, site-based coaching, and learning of safety protocols. This holistic approach not only emphasises the technical aspects of canoeing but also ensures a secure and enjoyable paddling experience.
The Objectives
You’ll refine your existing paddling skills and transfer them to the white water environment. You’ll gain knowledge of river reading, and safety and rescue.
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What To Expect
You’ll spend day one revisiting the fundamental skills underpinning white water canoeing. We’ll then work with you to develop these skills further with some static site-based coaching and river trips. We’ll also cover essential safety and rescue skills to enable you to stay safe whilst paddling.
Experience Required
You should be a confident flat water paddler with the ability to manoeuvre your craft with ease.
How Should I Prepare?
You’ll need to be an active paddler to get the most out of this course. Make sure that you’re fit enough for two challenging days on white water. You should also have canoed regularly on the flat before attending.
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Why Plas y Brenin?
Plas y Brenin is at the forefront of outdoor instruction. Whether you are starting a career in the outdoors, or just want to take an adventure holiday, PYB is the place for you.
We inspire explorers. We train trainers. We’re internationally recognised. We’ve been around since 1798, with our earliest guests including Queen Victoria. Since then, we’ve focussed on providing the best customer experience, working alongside some of the greatest, 007 included.
Expert Tuition
You’ll receive expert supervision from fully qualified and psyched instructors, creating the perfect environment to learn and enjoy something new!
Explore Eryri
Your experience will take place in the heart of the extraordinary Eryri National Park. Our National Outdoor Centre features accommodation, a bar, dining, and more. And while you’re here, why not check out some local gems?
Develop a Passion
Everyone at Plas y Brenin, from staff to visitors, is excited about adventures and inspired to get outside. Our guests return year after year to experience all that North Wales offers.
