Kayaking session for beginners in Wakefield!

Welcome to our Kayaking session for beginners in Wakefield!

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Have you ever wanted to paddle a kayak? This is the perfect opportunity! Book a place for a small group kayaking session (2 people in the group) with our instructor and experience the joy of being on the water.

You don't need any experience or your own equipment - we provide everything! Just come in comfortable clothes and ready to have fun.

Due to the current time of the year, everyone will be required to have a wetsuit or drysuit. - We have some available to hire, but the sizes are very limited.

We welcome everyone to join us for an unforgettable adventure on the water. Sessions are designed for participants in age 16+.

Session duration: 1 hour 15 min (incl. 15 min briefing). *Arrive 10 minutes before the session starts.

Cost: £16/pp per session

Age: 16+

Location: Fall Ings Lock - WF1 5DW

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Due to the current time of the year, everyone will be required to have a wetsuit or drysuit. - We have some available to hire, but the sizes are very limited.

In the event of bad weather, a session may be cancelled or rearranged. The decision will depend on the severity of the weather and its potential impact on safety and the ability to deliver the session effectively.

Depending on the circumstances, a refund or credit for a future session may be offered.

What you'll be doing:

- Meet and greet on the Fall Ings Lock

- We kit you out with your kayak, paddle, buoyancy aid and helmet

- Our land based briefing (approx. 15 minutes) includes:

*Kayaks, their key features and accessories

*How to paddle (forwards / backwards / turning)

*How to paddle correctly

*Safety on and off the water

- We will then carry our kayaks to the water, get in and practice.

- Once everybody is happy, then we will start our trip and have lots of fun getting to know each other as you learn a new skill!

- Learn how to safely exit the water, followed by your debriefing.

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***Courses

Paddle Safer course - https://PaddleSafer.eventbrite.co.uk

Paddle Awards - https://PaddleAwards.eventbrite.co.uk

We also deliver other kayaks and SUPs sessions on different locations - please check our other events on our website https://umbrellacc.co.uk/ or contact us.

To arrange a private group session at a specific time, please contact us.

In Wakefield, we offer sessions at Horbury Junction, Fall Ings Lock, Stanley Ferry and Altofts.