Be Prepared for Paddle Sports
To participate in kayaking, open canoeing and rafting, participants will need to be confident in water and able to swim 50m whilst wearing a buoyancy aid. Bell boating is great for those less confident in water and non-swimmers (as well as those just wanting a great time on the water!) – please let us know in advance if you have any non-swimmers or participants with additional needs so we can best accommodate them.
To help you prepare for this activity, here is a short list of things you may need to bring/wear or prepare for, before you turn up for your activity:
For all water activities, you must:
• Wear clothing appropriate for the time of year that can get wet, including an old pair of trainers.
• Bring a complete change of clothing and footwear.
• A towel.
• Any refreshments e.g. warm drink / snack
• NOTE - wellies, crocks and flip-flops are not allowed on this activity.
When you book an activity with us, you will be sent a booking confirmation including details of what you will need to bring or wear.
Paddle Sports Location and Costs
Primarily, activities are run out of our base at Midland Canoe Club in Darley Abbey, Derby.
Due to access restrictions and the transport of large amounts of equipment, we can only run activities at other locations for larger events and by prior negotiation.
Activities cost £5 per participant with a minimum fee of £60.
Sessions run on Monday evenings and alternate Tuesday and Friday evenings, on a first come, first served basis. We also run a monthly Sunday afternoon session. An email detailing available dates will be sent to Section Leaders at the start of the season and advertised on our Facebook page.
Contact and frequently asked questions
| Question | Answer |
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| How can I arrange Paddle Sports for my section? How do I book this? |
I'm afraid we currently do not have an on-line booking option for this activity. |
| How do I contact the Paddle Sports SASU to ask them any questions or ask how I can get involved? | Click Paddle Sports Team to contact the Paddle Sports SASU. If you want to join the Paddle Sports team, then we will train you in skills and techniques so you can play a full part in our team. No previous experience necessary, you just need plenty of enthusiasm and energy! |
| I've got a technical question about Paddle Sports, who should I contact for advice and support? | Click Paddle Sports Team to contact the County Paddle Sports advisor. They will be able to help you with any technical or Scouting related questions. |
| As a Leader, what should I expect when my section performs this activity and what badges can this activity count towards? |
Scouts has provided a useful overview of what you can expect and what badges this activity covers. |
| Where can I find out the current fact sheets and Scouting policies, relating to Paddle Sports? |
Scouting UK has published lots of useful information, which is categorised into different type of Paddle Sports. |
| What is the National Governing Body (NGB) for Paddle Sports? |
British Canoeing. Click here to visit their web site. |
Events Paddle Sports Team supports
Please confirm if these events are supported by your activity?
Activation
Dove Canoe Race
Peak Camp
Additional Information
Click here for more information and photos/reviews from recent Paddle Sports sessions.
Sections supported
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