Social paddles are aimed at those who want to get on the water and socialise with other like minded women. There will be an instructor present on the water for helpful tips and tricks. The session structure is designed to give you the information you need to get on the water safely, have fun and learn the basic techniques of paddling.

You can either bring your own equipment (session cost £10), or choose the 'add on' to hire equipment (session cost £15).

Please select your prefer craft from the 'add on' section of the booking if you wish to hire, eg: Canoe, Kayak, Paddleboard.

The minimum age allowed on the water is 5 years.

1. 5 to 7 years old - Can be on a craft with a responsible adult aged 18+
2. 8 to 13 years old - Can paddle own craft, whilst supervised by a responsible adult aged 18+ on the water
3. 14 to 17 years old - Can paddle own craft with a responsible adult aged 18+ on site that is contactable in the case of an emergency

Weather:

Safety is our number one priority. In the event of poor weather conditions (e.g. strong winds or thunder and lightning) or other incidents we reserve the right to restrict water access to particular user groups, restrict the area available for activities, cancel sessions or close the lake. We will endeavour to give advance notice whenever possible; however sometimes decisions need to be made at short notice. If we close the lake, we will add a message to our website and endeavour to contact all customers impacted to offer the opportunity to reschedule their session or receive a refund.

Please complete your disclaimer and medical information ahead of your visit – this will be prompted through your online booking. If this information isn’t completed in advance, it can cause delays to you starting your session. This information must be completed for every person participating.

·Swimwear to wear under a wetsuit

·A change of clothes if you don’t wish to wear a wetsuit

·Shoes you are happy to get wet (old trainers or water shoes) – footwear must be worn when entering or exiting the water

·Suncream

·Hat – either a warm hat or sunhat depending on the weather

·Bottle of water

·Towel

·Warm clothes for afterwards

A wetsuit, buoyancy aid and helmet (where appropriate) will be provided, however you are welcome to bring your own wetsuit if you wish.

1.     Arrive at scheduled session time (ensuring your disclaimer has been completed online prior to arrival).

2.     Meet and great with your instructor.

3.     Change into water kit (wetsuit/Buoyancy aid)

4.     Time to enjoy your instructor lead session on the water.

5.     Change out of water kit (wetsuit/Buoyancy aid)