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.
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.
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!
If you’re just getting into white water kayaking and you want to develop the solid foundations skills that set you up for a lifetime of white water adventures, this is the course for you.
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.
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COURSE DATE | COST (no accommodation) |
PLACES | BOOKING | |
Date05/05/25 | Cost (no accommodation)£640.00 | Places | ||
Date02/06/25 | Cost (no accommodation)£640.00 | Places | ||
Date07/07/25 | Cost (no accommodation)£640.00 | Places | ||
Date11/08/25 | Cost (no accommodation)£640.00 | Places | ||
Date08/09/25 | Cost (no accommodation)£640.00 | Places | ||
Date29/09/25 | Cost (no accommodation)£640.00 | Places | ||
Need a different date? Call 01479 861 256 to arrange your own date, or email [email protected] |
Instruction
Use of kit
Packed lunch and afternoon tea and cake
In-course transport
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:
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Items marked *** may be available in our shop.
Can't find exactly what you are looking for? We are happy to create it for you. You can hire one of our instructors or guides from as little as £280 a day, including any equipment. If you’re a group, all of our courses are available on a date that suits you or if you would prefer we can tailor a course to your requirements. Simply get in touch to discuss your requirements.