Course Info
White Water Kayak Improver
This week-long course is for 12-17-year-olds who are confident in the grade 2 environment and want to progress into more challenging environments. The week gives you the experience and skills needed to refine technique, improve tactical decision-making, and improve confidence in the grade 3 environment.
5 Days
Plas y Brenin
Instructor Ratio1:4
Location
Plas y Brenin
Length
5 Days
Instructor Ratio
1:4
Course Breakdown
Overview
Join one of our friendly and professional coaches for a five-day program designed to hone your paddling technique and take your skills to new heights. Ideal for competent grade 2 paddlers with some experience of grade 3, this program promises an exhilarating and skill-enhancing experience.
Throughout the week, you’ll explore rivers of grades 2-3, and expect time on the Dee and possibly Tryweryn. As the week progresses, you’ll enjoy fantastic paddling and feel your skill level soar, resulting in a significant improvement in your confidence and white-water techniques
Objectives
You’ll have built on your foundation skills in more challenging river types such as bigger volume, tight and technical and drops.
What to Expect
You’ll spend each day at a suitable local venue working to progress your skills to reach your desired level of performance. On day one, you’ll revisit your foundation skills before progressing to a range of river types, including bigger volumes, tight and technical, and drops.
Experience Required
Competent Grade II paddler with some experience of Grade III. A reliable flat water roll.
How To Prepare
You should have paddled in grade II and III white water recently.
Res
Non-Res
Instruction & Coaching
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.
Accomodation
Shared En Suite
Shared with your course attendees
Single En Suite Upgrade
Food
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
Facilities
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).
Further Information
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.
Please contact us to retrieve the kit list for this course.
Dates, Prices and Booking
All dates and prices can be found on our booking platform.