Enjoy your first time out on the water with an instructor, or further develop your skills!
Going out on the water with an instructor for your first time is always a good idea. All of our instructors have a wealth of knowledge across a variety of disciplines.
For your first time on the water, they are particularly useful for talking you through your chosen craft (usually kayaks, canoes, or stand-up paddleboards), teaching you how to safely get on and off of the water, and teaching you the basics of how to get around while you’re on it.
On the other hand, some people prefer not to be coached too much, but just have a guided paddle on the water, having an instructor with them for reassurance and feeling safer.
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 and ensure the instructor is aware of this before the session starts.
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13 days ago
Brilliant kayaking taster session. Great instructor and everyone was very friendly and helpful. Thanks for a lively afternoon
helena d
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
a month ago
Lovely part of the river. Free parking and beautiful scenery what more could you ask
Daniel McGowan
2 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
3 months ago
Completed a fantastic instructor course here, made us feel so relaxed and at ease
Marie Potter
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