Introduction to Whitewater

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Learn to Whitewater Canoe this year

WWhitewater Canoeing is so much fun and can provide a great adrenaline rush. Our Introduction to Whitewater course is for advanced beginners who have completed the level 2 skills course or have 5 to 10 days previous experience in a Canoe before. If in doubt just give us a call. On the course we teach and refine the techniques needed to paddle a kayak safely and confidently on grade 2 whitewater rivers.

Where?It takes place on a grade 2 with easy access. We use the Inny River in Ballymahon as our local run but we can do this at many locations throughout the country.

Group Size:

There is a minimum group size for this of 4 people. We can cater for smaller groups but the cost per person is more expensive.

How Long?

It's a 1 day or 2 evening course and will give you the skills you need to be confident in a Canoe and join a club.

Our introduction to Whitewater Kayaking course contains the following:

  • We select the right equipment for you and explain why

  • Talk about safety on the water: The Flow, Hazards on the river, Weather, Canoeing Experience, How many people is safe

  • Cover the basic paddling strokes: Forwards, Backwards, Turning and Stopping

  • The more advanced techniques: Edging, Ferry Gliding and Breaking in and out of eddies

  • Go for a little trip along the river over the fun rapids

  • Play some games and have lots of fun

  • Learn how to swim down a rapid (only if you want)

    • Equipment we provide:

  • Canoe, Paddle, Helmet, Buoyancy Aid, Cag, Wetsuit,

So how much does it cost? Click here