Join this five-day canoe course focused on developing the core paddling skills required to improve your confidence on grade II rivers and on open water in windy conditions. With expert guidance, you'll refine existing techniques and explore advanced methods, leaving with a renewed passion for paddling.
5 Days
Plas y Brenin
Instructor Ratio1:6
Location
Plas y Brenin
Length
5 Days
Instructor Ratio
1:6
Revitalize your confidence and take your paddling skills to new heights on this five-day course designed for those with limited experience on moving water or those needing a boost after a hiatus or setback. Our friendly, highly qualified team will guide you in consolidating your existing skills before venturing into more advanced techniques. You’ll develop a deeper understanding of river reading and rescue, build on the core fundamentals of white water paddling, understand trim and tactics for paddling in the wind and find a newfound sense of ease on the water. The course combines hands-on white water and open water trips with static, site-based coaching sessions, and puts a strong emphasis on safety.
On day one, the focus will be on revisiting fundamental skills, with the rest of the week dedicated to practical skill development and essential safety training. By the end of the week, you’ll leave feeling more comfortable and capable, ready to enjoy paddling more than you ever thought possible.
You’ll develop your existing skills, gain a more in-depth insight into river reading, open water skills, rescue skills and further develop your technical and tactical paddling. You’ll leave feeling more comfortable and relaxed on the water so that you enjoy your paddling more than you ever thought possible.
On day one, we’ll revisit the fundamental skills underpinning canoeing. You’ll spend the rest of the week on a series of trips to develop your practical skills. We can weight the week toward white water or open water depending on the wants and needs of the group. We’ll also deliver a number of static site-based coaching sessions. Throughout the week, we’ll also cover essential safety and rescue skills to enable you to stay safe whilst paddling.
You need to have a good understanding of the fundamentals of flat water paddling and have gained some moving water experience.
You should have paddled fairly recently but not necessarily in white water. You should be fit enough for an active five days. All you need to bring is sufficient base clothing to wear, and some suitable footwear. Our stores have a wide range of Peak UK soft wear as well as paddles and poles. We have a selection of Wenonah royalex canoes. If you prefer the familiar, feel free to bring your own kit.
Res
Non-Res
Expert, trained & qualified instructors
In-depth local knowledge
200+ years of combined team experience
PYB coaching ethos & tailored delivery
Fully insured for all activities
Our instructor team shares venue insights, local tips, and tailors your experience based on individual and group needs.
Shared En Suite
Shared with your course attendees
Single En Suite Upgrade
Fully Catered
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Packed Lunch
Afternoon Tea & Cake
Tea, Coffee and Cakes on arrival back at PYB
Two Course Evening Meal
Expedition / Camp Food
Kit Hire & Course Equipment
Climbing Wall Access
Subject to availability, T&C’s apply
Laundry
Drying room
Evening lectures
Some at additional cost if lectures are charged
On-site physio
By appointment
Lake access
Free On-Site Parking
Free Wi-Fi
24hr front desk
Bar and restaurant access
In-Course Transport
Scheduled courses only*
Rolling Pool
T&C’s apply
EV Charger
* In-Course Transport is included for all scheduled courses. For Private Instruction, in-course transport arrangements need to be booked in addition (subject to availability at an additional cost).
If you’re unsure which option is best for you, feel free to contact us — we’ll be happy to talk you through it.
We offer extensive kit lists to help you prepare for your course, including our recommendations for the best in the business. We also have a wide range of equipment available for hire on-site at no extra cost.
All dates and prices can be found on our booking platform.
