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Teen Sit-on Kayaking Introduction Course (Mornings 9:30am - 12pm June 19th/20th)

100 eur
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Wed, 19 Jun 2024, 09:30 GMT+1 – Thu, 20 Jun 2024, 12:00 GMT+1
KT01 - Galway Bay Sailing Club
Dates Breakdown
Wed, 19 Jun 2024, 09:30–12:00 GMT+1
Session 1
Thu, 20 Jun 2024, 09:30–12:00 GMT+1
Session 2
Teen Sit-on Kayaking Introduction Course (Mornings 9:30am - 12pm June 19th/20th)

Course Outline

This course is aimed at Teenagers (13 - 18) and serves as a basic introduction to Sit-on Kayaking, with a key focus on safety and enjoyment.

The course is given by fully qualified adult instructors in the safe and scenic waters in Renville.


Duration

2 Morning sessions over the same weekend.

Saturday June 19th 9:30am - 12pm

Sunday June 20th 9:30am - 12pm


Objective

By the end of this course the participant should have learnt:

  • Basic safety rules of kayaking.
  • Fundamental paddle strokes
  • Basic kayak handling skills 
  • Control a kayak safely in calm conditions.
  • Progress to a Sit-in Kayak course



Location

Galway Bay Sailing Club, Renville, Oranmore, H91 W678


Previous knowledge or experience

No prior experience or knowledge is required

 

Equipment

Buoyancy aids are provided by GBSC. Wetsuits are available but if sailors have their own wetsuits and boots, that is preferable for their comfort.


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Hosts

Johnny Shorten

Training Center Manager

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Location

KT01 - Galway Bay Sailing Club

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  • Teen Sit-on Kayaking Introduction