Quick Details
Person
12+
£ 129.91
3 week course for Beginner Whitewater + Developer Kayakers
Our Beginner’s Whitewater sessions are all about getting you on the water and experiencing the joys of whitewater kayaking in a safe and fun way!
Join us at Pinkston for an unforgettable activity!
💦 For those with kayak experience – ideally you have finished our Flat Water Kayak Progression course and Whitewater Taster – or have built up your flat water kayaking experience elsewhere
💦 Learn precision and control in your boat
💦 Learn how to keep yourself safe on fast moving water
💦 Professional instructors
💦 Develop new skills
💦 Make memories for life!
Suitable for people aged 12 and up!
What is included
💦 Changing & Showering Facilities
💦 Free Carpark
💦 Clean & Safe Water
💦 Fun, Safe & Professional Instructors
💦 All Equipment needed from wetsuits, buoyancy aids and boards – we have you covered!
Please see below in additional information for the few things you will need to bring with you
Check in details
When you arrive, please head through the tunnel towards the water and turn to your right – reception is beside the blue kayak attached to the pole to check in!
What to bring
💦 Swimming costume/shorts
💦 Shoes suitable for the water (old trainers or water shoes are perfect!)
💦 Towel
💦 Padlock for lockers
To help warm up if needed:
💦 A blanket (or dryrobe)
💦 Warm layers including jumpers, hats and gloves
💦 A full thermos
Restrictions
If you are 12 – 16 years old you must be accompanied by an adult who must stay onsite/waterside for the full time that the young person is in the water.
We have a weight limit of 110KG as this is the max weight for our largest buoyancy aid. Buoyancy aids are provided and required to take part.
Disclaimers
Please note: if you miss one of the weeks, we cannot guarantee you can attend again. Please only book if you can make the three weeks.
FAQs
Q : Can I use my own equipment?
A : Often yes – our instructors just need to check it over to make sure it is safe and suitable for the session. We always err on the side of caution so if there are any concerns regarding your own kit you will be asked to use ours which we have up to date safety records for.
Q : Is there car parking?
A : Yes, we have a free to use carpark with more free street parking on Boron Street (road directly up the hill from the main gates)
Q : Are there showers and hair dyers?
A : We have changing facilities with hot showers but no hair dyers. We do have outside plugs if you wish to bring your own.
Q : How cold is the water?
A : This changes from day to day as it is an outdoor unheated (but filtered!) pool. But probably cold tbh – know your limits especially in winter!
Q : Do I need to wear a wetsuit or buoyancy aid?
A : While both wetsuits and buoyancy aids are provided only buoyancy aids must be worn. You may prefer/be more conformable in a tshirt and shorts than a wetsuit however you are much more likely to get cold even in warmer weather. Please be aware of your limits in cold water.
Q : Is there a coffee machine?
A : No, bring your own flask if you would like a hot drink for after!
Any further questions please feel free to email into [email protected] or give us a call on 0141 332 5636