Introduction to Paddlesport week 1
Introduction to Paddlesport week 1
This Learn to Paddle course helps you develop the decision-making and practical skills needed for safe, enjoyable time on the water, supporting your next steps towards becoming a confident, proficient and independent paddler.
You can join the course as a taster session or book additional sessions to continue developing your skills.
You will learn how to choose and effectively use a range of paddling skills and equipment across canoes, kayaks and paddleboards, while building an understanding of the factors that affect your paddling. This Paddle UK Award gives you the confidence to make your own choices and progress at your own pace, with flexible sessions available over weeks, evenings or weekends.
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Discover Paddling Skills
Discover Paddling Skills is an ideal introduction to paddlesport, giving you the chance to try a range of craft including canoes, kayaks and paddleboards. You’ll learn the core skills needed for enjoyable river paddling, while building confidence for future adventures on touring rivers, moving water and club paddling trips.
The course focuses on personal paddling skills, practical techniques and awareness of the clothing and equipment needed for a safe day on the river.
What You’ll Experience
- Try different paddling craft, including canoes, kayaks and paddleboards.
- Develop basic paddling skills and techniques at your own pace.
- Learn how to choose equipment that suits your individual paddling style.
- Build the confidence to take part in safe river journeys.
- Use the course as a stepping stone towards moving water, white water and recreational paddling trips.
The course can be delivered over a number of days, weekends or evenings, allowing you to develop your skills in a relaxed and supportive environment.
To continue your paddlesport journey, book onto Week 2 for paddlesport development skills. We also offer a wide range of paddling options, including white water courses, trips and adventures. Visit www.whooshexplore.co.uk to find out more, or contact Peter Nash at Peter.nash@yahoo.co.uk for club membership information.
Week 2 of our course
choose a differnt class of boat for example try a canoe on week 2 or develop your skills further in the boat you want.
Week 2 of our learn to paddle course
This learnas paddle course allows you to develop your decision making and practical skills for a fun and safe time on the water, taking you on the next steps towards becoming a proficient and independent paddler. We can offer this course as a taster session or you can book onto additional sessions for progression. Learn how to choose and effectively use a range of paddling skills and equipment in a choice of canoes, kayaks and paddleboards whilst developing an understanding of the factors which affect your paddling; giving you the confidence to progress to making your own choices with this Paddleuk Award. Choose when you want to take your sessions so you can develop your paddling over your own choice of weeks, evenings or weekends. Join us at Whoosh Explore on the beautiful River Stort for this immersive 3-hour course designed to build on your foundational paddling skills.
Whether you’re looking to refine your technique, boost your river awareness, or gain the confidence to venture out safely on your own, this course is the perfect next step. Our experienced instructors will guide you through practical exercises and decision-making scenarios to empower your paddling journey in a supportive, friendly environment. Situated just a short trip from London, Whoosh Explore offers a vibrant community of paddlers and a versatile fleet of equipment, ensuring your learning experience is both effective and enjoyable. Come and develop your paddling prowess, meet like-minded adventurers, and embrace the thrills of outdoor water sport with a experience coaches in a local club that are passionate about river conservation and fun on the water. Book your spot today and paddle your way to new adventures!
Learn to Paddle week 3: Build Your Skills and Confidence on the Water
Ready to feel more confident, capable and in control on the water? Our flexible Learn to Paddle course is ideal if you already have some paddling experience and want to improve your technique, make better decisions and take the next step towards becoming a more independent paddler.
With expert guidance, you will refine your practical paddling skills, build confidence using different equipment and learn how to choose the right techniques for canoes, kayaks and paddleboards. Each session is designed to help you progress at the right pace, understand the factors that affect your paddling and enjoy safer, more rewarding time on the water.
Choose a single session to refresh your skills or book additional progressive sessions to keep developing over time. With flexible dates across weeks, evenings and weekends, you can fit paddling around your schedule while working towards your Paddle UK Award.