Introduction to Sea Kayaking

Overview

The coastlines of Anglesey and the Llŷn Peninsula in the UK offer some of the best sea kayaking experiences, and this five-day course aims to introduce enthusiasts to this exciting sport. Whether a complete beginner or just eager to learn, participants can take advantage of guidance from top-notch experts in the field, whose passion for kayaking is sure to inspire.

The course kicks off with a solid introduction to sea kayaking, focusing on the foundation skills required for saltwater handling. Along with practical techniques, participants will also acquire knowledge on tides, weather forecasting, sea safety, and planning coastal journeys.

Day one is dedicated to basic sea kayaking skills, while the subsequent days focus on enhancing those skills and covering essential safety and rescue techniques. Practical learning is complemented by theory sessions on tidal planning and weather interpretation, all set against the awe-inspiring backdrop of Anglesey and the North Wales coastline.

The Objectives

We aim to give you a basic knowledge of the sea and equip you with the kayak handling techniques you need for salt water. You’ll also leave with knowledge of tides, weather forecasting, sea safety and planning a coastal journey.

What to Expect

You’ll spend the first day learning the foundation skills of sea kayaking. Throughout the rest of the week you’ll develop these skills and cover the essential safety and rescue skills to stay safe whilst on a journey along the Anglesey. We’ll also use some theory sessions on tidal planning and weather interpretation.

Experience Required

You should be a confident flat water paddler.

How Should I Prepare?

You need to have kayaked fairly recently before, but you don’t need any previous sea kayaking experience. You need to be fit enough for an active five days.