KCC runs a number of courses available for newcomers and those wanting to improve their paddling throughout the year. These usually run during the summer months.

Taster Sessions

On the last Wednesday of every month we will be offering taster sessions where people who have not paddled before may come along and have a go. The club will ensure these sessions are staffed by a BCU level 2 coach.

The cost to borrow club equipment for these sessions will be £10 per session for a full set of kit i.e. boat, paddles, BA, spray deck. Contact kcc.secretary@gmail.com for more information.

2010 Beginners Courses

Please find the details of our 2010 beginners course below or as a downloadable poster here - download 2010 Beginners Course Poster.

BACKGROUND INFO – This course is designed to introduce novices to a range of skills and knowledge required to begin kayaking. The sessions will cover safety, paddle strokes, equipment, capsizing etc.

VENUE – Wilsham Road, Abingdon between the rowing club and sailing club.

DATES - Tuesdays for six weeks starting 11th May until 15th June OR Thursdays for six weeks starting 13th May until 17th June. (Please choose Tuesday or Thursday). Optional 1 star test and club BBQ after both courses.

TIMES – 6.30 pm to 9.00pm approx.

ABILITY – You should be able to swim 50 metres in your clothes, and over 18

EQUIPMENT – Kayak, paddle, buoyancy aid, helmet and spray deck will be provided. Please feel free to bring your own if you have this equipment.

CLOTHING – To kayak in: Neoprene shoes/wet-suit boots (not trainers!), lightweight windproof jacket, tracksuit or thermal trousers (or shorts if warm). Thermal t-shirt, woolly jumper or fleece. YOU SHOULD BE PREPARED TO GET WET IN THESE CLOTHES. Towel and change of clothes.

FACILITIES – NONE – We work from the riverbank, but we do have a toilet.

COACHES – Tuesdays: Louise Royle – BCU L4 Coach & Thursdays: Roger Pass – BCU L2 Coach

COST – £90. This includes membership of KCC until Dec 2010. Please specify which day you are applying for, cheques should be made payable to Kingfisher Canoe Club. Please contact Roger to reserve a place.

CONTACT – Roger Pass Tel: 01235 819856 or 07506836605 or Email roger.pass@eur.crowncork.com