Course Info
White Water Kayaking Improver
This course is for the paddler who is confident in the grade 2 environment and wanting to progress into more challenging environments. The week gives you the experience and skills you need 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 our top 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 be working closely with our highly experienced and qualified coaches on rivers of grade 2-3, exploring different styles such as tight, technical, or bigger volume paddling, all depending on water levels. As the week progresses, you’ll enjoy fantastic paddling and feel your skill level soar, resulting in a significant improvement in your techniques.
The 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 volume, tight and technical and drops.
Experience Required
Competent Grade 2 paddler with some experience of Grade 3. A reliable flat water roll.
How Should I Prepare?
You should have paddled in grade 2 and 3 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.
Dates, Prices and Booking
All dates and prices can be found on our booking platform.