Course Outline

This course is aimed at children between 10 & 16 years of age 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 9:30am - 12:30pm

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 previous experience required.

Medical Conditions

You must inform in advance if the participant has any know medical conditions, special needs and or behavior considerations that we should be aware of and or that would impact there ability to participate safely in all the activities.

Terms and Conditions

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Equipment

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

Footwear

Sandals, Flip Flops, Crocs or other similar open shoes are NOT recommended.

We recommend Runners, Aqua Shoes or Wetsuit Boots.

On the Day

Please bring:

Your own wetsuit (if you have one) booties or old runners
Sunscreen, hat, sunglasses.
Towel, change of socks / underwear.
Warm dry clothing for when you come out of the water.
A notebook and pen/pencil (for coursework).
Lunch each day (if your course runs for the full day), water, hot drink.

Sit-on Kayaking Introduction Course (Mornings 9:30am - 12:30pm Aug 12/13)