IYWAC - Canoeing

Canoeing is one of the most accessible water activities, no complicated equipment to organise; just get changed; pick up your boat; and go. Whether you want to take your first few paddle strokes or if you want help to train and plan for a major expedition our highly experienced and qualified instructors are ready to help you achieve. Our fleet of canoes and kayaks has grown over recent years and now offers many different types of boat. All equipment is provided at the Centre including buoyancy aids, spraydecks and helmets. The Centre offers a variety of courses for young people and adults. Once you have learned to canoe why not join our Saturday Canoe Club, please contact Kevin at the Centre for full details.

 

 

Details of Canoes

We have an array of different kayaks and canoes suitable for all abilities and disciplines from the novice right up to the advanced paddler.

Beginners 

3 Pyranha Master light’s for the smaller paddler these kayaks have a retractable skeg. This allows both manoeuvrability and straight line stability all at the pull of a toggle.

6 Pyranha Master TG's the adult version of the Pyranha Master Light's, they are stable therefore ideal for beginners. 

4 Ocean Kayak Malibu Two's. 1, 2, or 3 person kayaks suitable for fun and games.

Touring

8 Perception Spectrum touring kayaks, these are very roomy and have dry storage areas for all you camping equipment. They are great for trips along the coast and even across to the mainland.

1 Double Touring boat, this is great for participants who are disabled or have special needs. It’s also great for paddlers of mixed abilities to stay together in a group.

Play and moving water

3 Pyranha 220 play boats, for the more advanced paddler these boats will allow you to show off your skills.

3 Necky Jives, Kayak surfing is the fastest growing kayak discipline in the UK and these boats will allow you to experience this amazing activity.

1 Pyranha 270, this is a creek boat and is suitable for the larger paddler who still wants a manoeuvrable kayak.

Open Canoes

2 Open canoes. Open canoeing can be a graceful activity as well as a stable platform for games. We have one solo boat and a 2-man boat.

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