Overview
This course is aimed at anybody who’s keen to develop the skills to kayak white water rivers. Over the course of the week we’ll help you build the skills and confidence to tackle grade 2 rapids.
If you’re keen to start white water paddling, and want a sound foundation to support your progress through the sport then this is the course for you.
If you’re a Young Scot Card Holder then they qualify for a 20% discount on all U18 course prices. Call our office on 01479 861 256.
DETAILED INFO
AIMS
On this course you’ll get to experience a variety of Grade 1 and 2 rivers. During the week we’ll focus on safe river running strategies, white water safety and rescue as well your personal paddling skills. We hope by the end of the week you’ll share our love of all things white water.
PRE-REQUISITES
No previous experience required.
To get the most out of this course then you’ll be confident in and around water.
Please come prepared to get wet!
IS IT FOR ME?
PARENTS PLEASE NOTE: These U18s courses are for young people who are keen on a particular activity.
They’ll receive expert tuition from highly qualified and experienced staff.
The course mirrors the adult ones of the same name, the content and aims are similar but the style is geared towards younger people. We have set a minimum age of 14 and a maximum of 17.
Parents should bear in mind that we have a public bar on the site and that generally Glenmore Lodge is geared towards adult residents. We are not able to provide entertainment and directly supervise the young people throughout the evenings, but staff are available 24 hours to deal with problems.
CONTENT
At the start of the course we’ll help you choose boats and equipment. Then we’ll head down to a local loch, or gently moving river to start learning how to control the boat. Over the week we’ll paddle a range of rivers, increasing the challenge as your control and confidence builds. We’ve got a wide range of local rivers choose from, including the Spey, Tay, Ness and Findhorn.
We’ll spend time coaching and developing your personal paddling. As you improve, you’ll start to “read the water”, anticipating what’s going to happen to your boat instead of reacting to it. We’ll also look at how to paddle safely as a group.
Glenmore Lodge has a purpose made kayak rolling pool, which will be available during the week. It’s a great place to develop your water confidence and rescue skills.
DATES & PRICES
| 2025 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| COURSE DATE | COST (no accommodation) |
PLACES | BOOKING | |
| Date14/07/25 | Cost (no accommodation)£435.00 | Places | ||
| Date28/07/25 | Cost (no accommodation)£435.00 | Places | ||
| Need a different date? Call 01479 861 256 to arrange your own date, or email [email protected] | ||||
USEFUL INFORMATION
WHAT'S INCLUDED?
Instruction
Use of kit
Packed lunch and afternoon tea and cake
In-course transport
NEED TO KNOW
WHAT WILL I NEED
Glenmore Lodge has a large store of clothing and equipment. We can provide all the specialist equipment you’ll need to paddle your first rivers.
GLENMORE LODGE CAN SUPPLY:
- White Water Kayak
- Airbags
- Paddle
- Buoyancy aid
- Helmet
- Spray deck
- Cag
- Wetsuit
- Wetsuit boots
- Drybags
- Paddling Trousers
- Pogies/Paddling gloves
YOU MAY ALSO WANT TO BRING:
- Off the water clothing
- Insulating layers – thermals or swimming clothes
- Fleece/insulated jacket
- Hat & gloves
- Flask/Water Bottle ***
- Blister kit/ small first aid kit
- Insect repellent ***
Items marked *** may be available in our shop.
