Kayak Progression Course

  • kayaking

  • 3 hrs

  • Max 8 people

Take your kayaking to the next level!

Description

Our Kayaking Progression course will set you up for the basics of Kayak paddling; technique, equipment and rescues. You can book a bespoke session by requesting a time (for two or more people) or choose from the dates available. Equipment is provided but you can bring your own.


This course will give you the Paddle Start Award through British Canoeing.

Requirements

  1. The participant should be comfortable on and around the water, please let us know if you have any concerns surrounding this.
  2. The participant should be able to partake in physical activity for this period of time, please check with your doctor or call us with any concerns.

What to bring

Please come prepared for your time on the water. We recommend casual, sporty clothing in layers so you can adjust to the weather. A fleece with waterproofs are great if you have them, if not we have some tops/trousers that you can borrow to wear over your clothes for the session. Please bring shoes that you do not mind getting wet and a change of clothes for 'just in case'.

Please bring any medication you may need throughout the day, and ensure the instructor is aware before the session starts.

Itinerary

This course will work through the British Canoeing Paddle Start award using a Kayak with the aim to achieve this by the end of the session.

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    Wokingham Waterside Centre

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    Reading, GB

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21 days ago

Brilliant kayaking taster session. Great instructor and everyone was very friendly and helpful. Thanks for a lively afternoon

helena d

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a month ago

Great Waterside Centre. I organised a ladies paddleboarding session for my church in July 2025 and the centre was excellent, taking all the stress out of booking. I just needed everyone's email and the rest was sorted. ...

Dorcas Baxter

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a month ago

Lovely part of the river. Free parking and beautiful scenery what more could you ask

Daniel McGowan

Daniel McGowan

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3 months ago

Did axe throwing and buggy building and it was such a fun experience for a group of 13. The staff were really friendly, accommodating and fun for the two activities and would def come back

Clodagh Barry

Clodagh Barry

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3 months ago

Completed a fantastic instructor course here, made us feel so relaxed and at ease

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