Due to popular demand I am running two Kayaking Skills sessions per week for the next few weeks. We are booked in for Monday and Thursday evenings at Qbn Pool. I would like new/beginners to attend on Mondays and those who have attended all prior sessions to come on Thursdays for more advanced skills training. You are welcome to attend either or both sessions to suit your schedule, but this arrangement is necessary as paddlers have had staggered start dates.
This is week 3 in a series of paddling skills sessions for our club paddlers. These sessions are for all paddlers. If you are a beginner, these sessions are for you. If you have more advanced skills, you will be co-opted into sharing your skills with others. This is a chance for all to get into your favourite kayak and improve your skills before you head out on your next whitewater or sea kayaking adventure. This is not a formal course and there is no certification. We will practice basic paddling skills. You will improve your command of your paddle and your kayak. In so doing, you will become more confident and capable on moving water and be able to better effect self and assisted rescues. When you are ready, you may even conquer the holy grail of kayaking - the kayak roll. More advanced paddlers with a roll should take this opportunity to practice other kayak rolling techniques. Bring the following if you can: Old joggers or booties, wetsuit or thermals, diving mask or swim goggles and nose clamp, swimmers, wind protection such as a cag or other close fitting light weight spray jacket, warm clothes change, towel, shower soap etc, head lamp, cash for your fee. There is also a canteen for the hungry or thirsty.
The pool heaters are to be turned off tomorrow so be aware that you will get cold if you don't wear warm gear. Pool temp today is 19.5 deg C. - Perfect - but heading south!!.
If you have a car, please advise number of seats available upon registration.
Note: please ensure that your ANUMC membership is up to date for 2017
Meet at the shed at 1700 or soon after so we can load kayaks and depart for our road trip to Qbn Pool.
We want to arrive by 1745 and be on the water by 1800.