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SUMMARY:Sun 4 Jun 2023 British Canoeing Awarding Body Paddlesport Safety & Rescue Course
DESCRIPTION:This is a commercial course being run by Steve\, discounted places may be available to BCC members\, depending on numbers. More details from Steve or via his website (‘more info’ button below). \n\n\n\nThe British Canoeing Awarding Body (BCAB) Paddlesport Safety & Rescue course aims to provide paddlers with the key safety and rescue skills required to operate safely and to be able to deal with common problems in a sheltered water environment. The course is designed for all paddlers irrespective of their chosen craft. The objective is to introduce\, explore and practise simple strategies and safe skills that can provide you with the tools to solve common paddling issues. \n\n\n\nThe Paddlesport Safety & Rescue course is a pre-requisite for the British Canoeing Awarding Body Paddlesport Instructor Award. \n\n\n\nNB we will aim to arrange a Zoom meeting one evening 7-9pm before this course to run through some of the introductory and ‘theoretical’ elements – probably either Wed 24 May or Sat 3 Jun.
URL:https://breconcanoeclub.org.uk/event/sun-4-jun-2023-british-canoeing-awarding-body-paddlesport-safety-rescue-course
LOCATION:Brecon Promenade\, Fenni-Fach Road\, Brecon\, Powys\, LD3 9LL\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Rayner":MAILTO:chair@breconcanoeclub.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230605T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230605T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T134425
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SUMMARY:Mon 5 Jun 2023 Summer Training
DESCRIPTION:Details as Mon 17 Apr 2023 Summer Training. \n\n\n\nPlease e-mail us if you’d like to attend this individual session.
URL:https://breconcanoeclub.org.uk/event/mon-5-jun-2023-summer-training
LOCATION:Brecon Promenade\, Fenni-Fach Road\, Brecon\, Powys\, LD3 9LL\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Rayner":MAILTO:chair@breconcanoeclub.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230611T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230611T235959
DTSTAMP:20260404T134425
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SUMMARY:Sun 11 Jun 2023 Sea Trip
DESCRIPTION:A trip on the sea for our more experienced paddlers. Depending on interest this could either be a journey in sea kayaks (4-5 available\, £25 hire fee) or a ‘rock-hopping’ / surfing trip in river boats (£10 hire fee for club boats). Venue tbc but likely to be Gower or Pembrokeshire\, depending on sea conditions. \n\n\n\nUse the RSVP button below or e-mail Steve to express interest.
URL:https://breconcanoeclub.org.uk/event/sun-11-jun-2023-sea-trip
LOCATION:Powys
ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Rayner":MAILTO:chair@breconcanoeclub.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230612T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230612T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T134425
CREATED:20230610T091916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230617T202216Z
UID:3688-1686594600-1686603600@breconcanoeclub.org.uk
SUMMARY:Mon 12 Jun 2023 Summer Training
DESCRIPTION:This will be the first of our next ‘block’ of training\, for 6 sessions 12 June-17 July. \n\n\n\nWe can now confirm that we’ll have the following groups for this block of 6 sessions. We do have space for a few more – so please Buy Tickets or RSVP below (or e-mail us) if you’d like to attend the whole block or just this individual session. \n\n\n\n\nJunior ‘Learn to Kayak’ Beginners Course\, working towards the British Canoeing Paddle Discover and Paddle Safer Awards (with the option to include some ‘transferable’ canoe and/or SUP skills):\n\nFinn\, Gethyn (not 12th)\, Rhys (own kayak)\, Seth\n\n\n\n\n\nAdult ‘Learn to Kayak’ Beginners Course\, working towards the British Canoeing Paddle Discover and Paddle Safer Awards (with the option to include some ‘transferable’ canoe and/or SUP skills):\n\nAshley\, Martin (not 3 Jul)\, Paul\n\n\n\n\n\nYouth Developers\, continuing to work towards the British Canoeing Paddle Explore Award and further developing skills in kayak\, canoe and SUP:\n\nFleur\, Lauren\, Sam Ho (not 10/17 Jul) [joined when appropriate by Edith\, Natalie and any ‘graduates’ from the Beginners course]\n\n\n\n\n\nCasual Paddling\, self-led or tagging-along with another group\n\nMike B (when available)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\nBrecon Promenade – meet by the Club’s store adjacent to the toilet block in the ‘upper’ car park (https://what3words.com/tigers.loitering.bandage) – NOT in the car park next to the river / boathouse (although some of us might end up operating from there). \n\n\n\nTimes\n\n\n\nMeet at 6.30pm\, ready in your paddling clothes. We want to have everyone kitted-up and getting on the water by 7pm\, so late arrival has quite a disruptive effect! \n\n\n\nWe’ll aim to be getting off the water around 8.30pm\, before it gets dark. \n\n\n\nParents or other adults must be available at the start and end of the session to help under-18s with kit and to carry boats; and throughout the session in case they need to get off the water early. \n\n\n\nFacilities\n\n\n\nThere are no indoor changing facilities on site\, so it’s a case of changing in the car park. Toilets may be open but only until 7pm – they cost 20p to get in. \n\n\n\nCost\n\n\n\n\nCourses: £36.\n\n\n\nDevelopers & Casual Paddlers:\n\nusing Club boat: £8 per session or £36 for 6 sessions booked in advance (no refunds for missed dates).\n\n\n\nusing own boat: £3 per session.\n\n\n\n\n\nWe’ll usually collect fees by Direct Debit through our membership system\, unless you make other arrangements with us (no cash!).\n\n\n\nAll existing Club members must also have up-to-date membership of both the Club and Canoe Wales – we’ll send separate reminders for those of you who need these! Any new members will need to join formally after their first three sessions.\n\n\n\n\nEquipment and Clothing\n\n\n\n\nWe’ll provide boats\, paddles\, buoyancy aids\, helmets and spray-decks for those who need them – but if you have your own\, please bring them along\n\n\n\nAlthough deliberate immersion isn’t always part of the plan (and even when it is\, it’s usually towards the end of the session) there’s always a chance of accidental capsize\, so kit should take account of this (and the general weather conditions).\n\n\n\nAt the very least\, wear clothing layers of the type you might wear to go walking – ideally synthetic materials that stay warm and don’t get too heavy when wet. Most people wear swimwear underneath. And a waterproof jacket (to keep off the rain and wind\, rather than keep you dry if you capsize!) – we do have a limited number of canoeing cagoules\, but not enough of the right sizes for everyone.\n\n\n\nFootwear that you don’t mind getting wet\, not too large (chunky trainers don’t fit well in kayaks; neoprene wet-shoes are ideal; sandals or crocs no good as they fall off!).\n\n\n\nIf you want to be assured of staying warmer if you fall in\, a wetsuit is the next step. Ones made specifically for paddling are called Long Johns (or Long Janes) and don’t have sleeves\, for maximum mobility (worn with e.g. rash vest beneath and/or fleece above). But a standard surfing-type ‘full’ wetsuit is also fine as a starter. Again\, we do have a very limited number of wetsuits\, which you’re welcome to check-out on the first evening in case we have one that fits you…\n\n\n\nDon’t forget a towel and complete change of clothes for the end of the session\, in case you do fall in!!\n\n\n\nWe’ll be sure to talk about kit on the first couple of sessions so you can get an idea of what’s out there before you commit to spending £££\, but if you do want some ideas…\n\n\n\nGood local(ish) stores to look at are Up and Under and Canoe and Kayak Store – both will offer discounts for club members on request…\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe are still trialling our new online booking process with this block of sessions\, giving you currently 3 options for booking: \n\n\n\n\nif you have one of our new website-based membership accounts (which you’ll have received a separate e-mail about)\, you can now ‘buy tickets’ direct via PayPal using the ‘tickets’ section below (you’ll be asked to login to your account – please try this out and let us know if you have any problems;\n\n\n\nor you can still use the ‘RSVP’ section below to ‘express interest’ in attending individual sessions or the whole block;\n\n\n\nor you can drop us an e-mail at mail@breconcanoeclub.org.uk to let us know you’d like to come along to one or more sessions (or if you have any questions!).\n\n\n\n\nNB our plan is to gradually extend and improve the direct online process once we know whether it works!
URL:https://breconcanoeclub.org.uk/event/mon-12-jun-2023-summer-training
LOCATION:Brecon Promenade\, Fenni-Fach Road\, Brecon\, Powys\, LD3 9LL\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Rayner":MAILTO:chair@breconcanoeclub.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230619T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230619T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T134425
CREATED:20230618T111706Z
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SUMMARY:Mon 19 Jun 2023 Summer Training
DESCRIPTION:Details as Mon 12 Jun 2023 Summer Training. \n\n\n\nWe do have spaces for more paddlers\, so please e-mail us if you’d like to attend this individual session (or the remaining 5 in this ‘block’).
URL:https://breconcanoeclub.org.uk/event/mon-19-jun-2023-summer-training
LOCATION:Brecon Promenade\, Fenni-Fach Road\, Brecon\, Powys\, LD3 9LL\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Rayner":MAILTO:chair@breconcanoeclub.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230625T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230625T235959
DTSTAMP:20260404T134425
CREATED:20230509T093500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230604T191517Z
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SUMMARY:Sun 25 Jun 2023 River or Lake Trip
DESCRIPTION:This trip will either be on the River Wye or one of our local reservoirs – depending on who wants to come and on weather / water conditions! Aimed at our newer paddlers as well as those more experienced\, suitable for anyone able to paddle a few miles in a straight line – in canoe\, kayak or SUP. \n\n\n\nUse the RSVP button below or e-mail Steve to express interest.
URL:https://breconcanoeclub.org.uk/event/sun-25-jun-2023-river-or-lake-trip
LOCATION:Powys
ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Rayner":MAILTO:chair@breconcanoeclub.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230709T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230709T235959
DTSTAMP:20260404T134425
CREATED:20230509T094109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230509T094111Z
UID:3607-1688860800-1688947199@breconcanoeclub.org.uk
SUMMARY:Sun 9 Jul 2023 Sea Trip
DESCRIPTION:A trip on the sea for our more experienced paddlers. Depending on interest this could either be a journey in sea kayaks (4-5 available\, £25 hire fee) or a ‘rock-hopping’ / surfing trip in river boats (£10 hire fee for club boats). Venue tbc but likely to be Gower or Pembrokeshire\, depending on sea conditions. \n\n\n\nUse the RSVP button below or e-mail Steve to express interest.
URL:https://breconcanoeclub.org.uk/event/sun-9-jul-2023-sea-trip
LOCATION:Powys
ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Rayner":MAILTO:chair@breconcanoeclub.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230723T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230723T235959
DTSTAMP:20260404T134425
CREATED:20230509T095009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230717T075657Z
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SUMMARY:Sun 23 Jul 2023 Club Regatta & BBQ
DESCRIPTION:To end the summer term\, some fun games\, competition\, socialising and food for all – what’s not to like? \n\n\n\nVenue tbc (Glasbury if the river’s been re-opened by then; otherwise prob. Brecon Promenade or canal). \n\n\n\nUse the RSVP button below or e-mail Steve to express interest.
URL:https://breconcanoeclub.org.uk/event/sun-23-jul-2023-club-regatta-bbq
LOCATION:Powys
ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Rayner":MAILTO:chair@breconcanoeclub.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230723T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230723T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T134425
CREATED:20230717T082405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230720T082742Z
UID:3733-1690108200-1690122600@breconcanoeclub.org.uk
SUMMARY:Sun 23 Jul 2023 Beginners Trip
DESCRIPTION:This will be a trip on the canal aimed at our ‘new’ paddlers but suitable for anyone else who’d like to come along. To keep things simple\, we’ll start and finish in the same place (Pencelli canal basin); paddling for around an hour and a half before having a packed lunch then returning to the start – with a few games along the way to keep us interested. \n\n\n\nTimings: meet 10.30am\, off water 2.30pm. \n\n\n\nWear clothing suitable for the weather\, we can provide boats (£10 hire fee)\, paddles\, buoyancy aids\, spray-decks\, helmets and cagoules. \n\n\n\nBring drink and packed lunch\, spare warm layer (in waterproof bag\, to go in your boat); towel and change of clothes for end of trip (in case you get wet!). \n\n\n\nNB this trip will only run if we have at least 3 members interested (including at least one adult). Confirmation & final details will be sent later in the week to those who book places. \n\n\n\nTo book places\, use the RSVP button below or contact chair@breconcanoeclub.org.uk by midnight Thu 19 July.
URL:https://breconcanoeclub.org.uk/event/sun-23-jul-2023-beginners-trip
LOCATION:Pencelli Canal Basin\, Pencelli\, Brecon
ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Rayner":MAILTO:chair@breconcanoeclub.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230813T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230813T235959
DTSTAMP:20260404T134425
CREATED:20230730T090326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230730T090329Z
UID:3752-1691884800-1691971199@breconcanoeclub.org.uk
SUMMARY:Sun 13 Aug 2023 Moving Water Skills Day
DESCRIPTION:A day at Symonds Yat Rapids\, intended for our less experienced paddlers to learn moving-water skills as well as more experienced paddlers to practice fundamental white-water skills in kayak or canoe.  \n\n\n\n\nTiming to be confirmed\, but likely to be 10.30am meet at the venue\, aiming to leave the water around 3pm (or when everyone’s had enough!).\n\n\n\nUnder 18s must be accompanied by an adult (on the riverbank)\, in case they need to leave the water before the end of the session.\n\n\n\nWear clothing suitable for the conditions – wetsuit highly recommended (you will get wet!) – we can provide cagoules as well as the usual boats\, paddles\, buoyancy aids\, helmets and spray-decks.\n\n\n\nBring packed lunches.\n\n\n\n£10 hire fee for club boats\, parking and launch fee payable at venue.\n\n\n\n\nBook places by midnight Sun 6th\, using the RSVP button below or by e-mail to Steve. Full details will be confirmed in the days before the trip.
URL:https://breconcanoeclub.org.uk/event/sun-13-aug-2023-moving-water-skills-day
LOCATION:Wyedean Canoe Centre\, Symonds Yat East\, Ross-On-Wye\, Herefordshire\, HR9 6JL\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Rayner":MAILTO:chair@breconcanoeclub.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230820T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230820T235959
DTSTAMP:20260404T134425
CREATED:20230730T091218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230817T174404Z
UID:3758-1692489600-1692575999@breconcanoeclub.org.uk
SUMMARY:CANCELLED Sun 20 Aug 2023 Club Trip
DESCRIPTION:This new date is in place of our previously-scheduled bank holiday weekend. This will be a canal trip aimed at our newer paddlers (but open to everyone!). \n\n\n\nIf you’d like to join this trip\, use the RSVP button below or e-mail Steve to express interest.
URL:https://breconcanoeclub.org.uk/event/sun-20-aug-2023-club-trip
LOCATION:Powys
ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Rayner":MAILTO:chair@breconcanoeclub.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230826T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230828T235959
DTSTAMP:20260404T134425
CREATED:20221129T203458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230730T084905Z
UID:3102-1693008000-1693267199@breconcanoeclub.org.uk
SUMMARY:Sat 26-Mon 28 Aug 2023 Bank Holiday Weekend Camping Expedition
DESCRIPTION:EARLY WARNING!!! We’re planning a ‘camping expedition’ for the August Bank Holiday weekend. Details to be confirmed but it could be a weekend on the sea in Pembrokeshire or a river trip. Suitable for anyone who can handle 3 days’ exciting paddling and camping!! RSVP even if you might be interested and we’ll work on details to suit those who want to come…
URL:https://breconcanoeclub.org.uk/event/sat-26-mon-28-aug-2023-bank-holiday-weekend-camping-expedition
LOCATION:Powys
ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Rayner":MAILTO:chair@breconcanoeclub.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230904T191500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230904T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T134425
CREATED:20230830T202228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230902T191557Z
UID:3830-1693854900-1693861200@breconcanoeclub.org.uk
SUMMARY:Mon 4 Sep 2023 Pool Session (General Training)
DESCRIPTION:**Scroll down for booking process**\n\n\n\nWe can now confirm that we have enough people interested (and enough coaches available) to make our pool sessions viable next term (especially since pool hire costs have risen significantly this year). \n\n\n\nSessions will run from 7.15 to 9pm\, including a 15min ‘buffer’ at the start and finish to get equipment in and out of the pool (i.e. an hour-and-a-quarter actually in the pool). \n\n\n\nGeneral training sessions will start on Mon 4 Sep and will run on alternate weeks (excluding half-term): 4 Sep\, 18 Sep\, 2 Oct\, 16 Oct\, 6 Nov\, 20 Nov\, 4 Dec\, 18 Dec. Polo training will take place in the intervening weeks – details to follow… \n\n\n\nWe’re currently expecting the following paddlers but may still have space for more\, so please let us know ASAP if you’re interested: \n\n\n\n\nAshley (tbc)\, Anne\, Chris\, Edith\, Finn\, Fleur\, Gethyn\, Huw\, Isabel (tbc)\, Lauren\, Lee\, Mel\, Paul\, Pete J (not 4 Sep)\, Rhys\n\n\n\n\nTraining will include the following – we’ll allocate groups each week once we know what coaches are available: \n\n\n\n\n‘Wet skills’ for developing kayakers – covering capsize confidence\, recovery strokes and rescues (as well as general paddling skills and occasional games!);\n\n\n\nRolling clinics to learn\, improve or practise the art of kayak rolling; and\n\n\n\nIndependent practice\, for those who don’t need much coaching support (e.g. to practise rolling alone or in groups).\n\n\n\n\nThe cost of each session will be £13 but we are able to offer a discounted rate of £40 if you ‘block-book’ 4 sessions in advance (each half-term; no refunds for missed sessions) – and all paddlers will need to be paid-up members of the Club and of Canoe Wales (and signed-up to our NEW Club Code of Conduct). Priority spaces will be given to block-bookings. NB this discounted rate will make it difficult for us to cover our costs\, so we will also offer the option of paying the ‘full’ price even for block-booked sessions\, for those that feel able to contribute a little extra… \n\n\n\nArrival & Changing\n\n\n\n\nPlease arrive in time to be changed and ready to enter poolside for 7.15pm.\n\n\n\nPlease wear T-shirts as well as swimwear (for warmth as well as modesty!).\n\n\n\nMake your way straight to the changing rooms – there is no need to check-in at reception.\n\n\n\nPlease wait at the changing room exits before going poolside – we’ll need to be given the ‘all-clear’ that the previous group has left before we enter.\n\n\n\nFeel free to bring your own boats & paddles – as long as they’re clean. Deposit them by the external doors in the car park before the start of the session.\n\n\n\n\nOn Poolside\n\n\n\n\nParents are welcome on poolside to help children carry boats and get kitted-up\, also to help them empty boats if required during the session (we’ll show you how!). You might even be able to help in the water\, if this is something you’d be willing to do – in which case\, come prepared with swimwear!\n\n\n\nNo outdoor shoes on poolside please.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking Process\n\n\n\nTo confirm places\, please use the ‘get tickets’ button at the bottom of the events listing: \n\n\n\n\nYou will be asked to login to your membership account on our website. All our paid-up members should have recently had an e-mail explaining how to do this\, but if you’re not sure of your login details (or aren’t yet a paid-up member)\, please drop us an email…\n\n\n\nIf the system says there are no tickets available of the type you want\, please drop us an e-mail as we might be able to release more\n\n\n\nYou can at present pay only by PayPal. If this doesn’t work for you\, please drop us an e-mail and we’ll find a workaround for other payment methods (with apologies for any inconvenience)\n\n\n\nPlease drop us an e-mail if you have any questions or difficulties in using this new process – we do anticipate there may be teething problems!
URL:https://breconcanoeclub.org.uk/event/mon-4-sep-2023-pool-session-general-training
LOCATION:Brecon Leisure Centre\, Cerrigcochion Road\, Brecon\, Powys\, LD3 9SR\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Rayner":MAILTO:chair@breconcanoeclub.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230909T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230910T235959
DTSTAMP:20260404T134425
CREATED:20230813T172709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230813T172712Z
UID:3800-1694217600-1694390399@breconcanoeclub.org.uk
SUMMARY:Sat 9-Sun 10 Sep 2023 N Wales White Water Weekend
DESCRIPTION:For experienced white water paddlers only\, this will (subject to water conditions) comprise two days’ paddling on the Tryweryn and/or Dee\, with camping on Saturday night (and Friday for any that don’t want an early start!). \n\n\n\ne-mail Steve to express interest or check suitability.
URL:https://breconcanoeclub.org.uk/event/sat-9-sun-10-sep-2023-n-wales-white-water-weekend
LOCATION:Powys
ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Rayner":MAILTO:chair@breconcanoeclub.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230911T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230911T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T134425
CREATED:20230906T151148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230906T162057Z
UID:3894-1694458800-1694466000@breconcanoeclub.org.uk
SUMMARY:Mon 11 Sep 2023 Pool Session (Polo Training)
DESCRIPTION:Canoe Polo training sessions will start on Mon 11 Sep and will run on alternate weeks (excluding half-term): 11 Sep\, 25 Sep\, 9 Oct\, 23 Oct\, 13 Nov\, 27 Nov\, 11 Dec. \n\n\n\nSessions will run from 7.15 to 9pm\, including a 15min ‘buffer’ at the start and finish to get equipment in and out of the pool (i.e. an hour-and-a-quarter actually in the pool). \n\n\n\nWe’re currently expecting the following players but may still have space for more\, so please let us know ASAP if you’re interested (i.e. if you’re not on the list below\, please don’t ‘get tickets’ without checking with us first) – NB those in bold have already paid – thanks!: \n\n\n\n\nChris\, Dave\, Edith\, Huw\, Mike S (dates tbc)\, Natalie\, Pete M\, Sam C\, Sam H\, Steve R\n\n\n\n\nThe cost of each session will be £13 but we are able to offer a discounted rate of £40 if you ‘block-book’ 4 sessions in advance (each half-term; no refunds for missed sessions) – and all paddlers will need to be paid-up members of the Club and of Canoe Wales (and signed-up to our NEW Club Code of Conduct). Priority spaces will be given to block-bookings. NB this discounted rate will make it difficult for us to cover our costs\, so we will also offer the option of paying the ‘full’ price even for block-booked sessions\, for those that feel able to contribute a little extra… \n\n\n\nArrival & Changing\n\n\n\n\nPlease arrive in time to be changed and ready to enter poolside for 7.15pm.\n\n\n\nPlease wear T-shirts as well as swimwear (for warmth as well as modesty!).\n\n\n\nMake your way straight to the changing rooms – there is no need to check-in at reception.\n\n\n\nPlease wait in the changing rooms before going poolside – we’ll need to be given the ‘all-clear’ that the previous group has left before we enter.\n\n\n\nFeel free to bring your own boats & paddles – as long as they’re clean. Deposit them by the external doors in the car park before the start of the session.\n\n\n\n\nOn Poolside\n\n\n\n\nParents are welcome on poolside to help children carry boats and get kitted-up\, also to help them empty boats if required during the session (we’ll show you how!). You might even be able to help in the water\, if this is something you’d be willing to do – in which case\, come prepared with swimwear!\n\n\n\nNo outdoor shoes on poolside please.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking Process\n\n\n\nTo confirm places\, please use the ‘get tickets’ button at the bottom of the events listing: \n\n\n\n\nYou will be asked to login to your membership account on our website. All our paid-up members should have recently had an e-mail explaining how to do this\, but if you’re not sure of your login details (or aren’t yet a paid-up member)\, please drop us an email…\n\n\n\nIf the system says there are no tickets available of the type you want\, please drop us an e-mail as we might be able to release more\n\n\n\nYou can at present pay only by PayPal. If this doesn’t work for you\, please drop us an e-mail and we’ll find a workaround for other payment methods (with apologies for any inconvenience)\n\n\n\nPlease drop us an e-mail if you have any questions or difficulties in using this new process – we do anticipate there may be teething problems!
URL:https://breconcanoeclub.org.uk/event/mon-11-sep-2023-pool-session-polo-training
LOCATION:Brecon Leisure Centre\, Cerrigcochion Road\, Brecon\, Powys\, LD3 9SR\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Rayner":MAILTO:chair@breconcanoeclub.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230918T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230918T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T134425
CREATED:20230906T152937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230915T095330Z
UID:3904-1695063600-1695070800@breconcanoeclub.org.uk
SUMMARY:Mon 18 Sep 2023 Pool Session (General Training)
DESCRIPTION:Details as Mon 4 Sep 2023 Pool Session (General Training) – Brecon Canoe Club. \n\n\n\nWe have had expressions of interest from the following paddlers but may not have space for you all\, so if you haven’t already confirmed your places\, please do so ASAP! Those in bold have already reserved places via  block-booking. If others wish to reserve places on all the next 3 sessions (18 Sep\, 2 Oct and 16 Oct)\, you can still ‘block-book’ for £40\, otherwise you may book individual sessions once they are released (which will cost £1 less but there’s no guarantee of spaces in each session…). \n\n\n\n\nAshley M (tbc)\, Anne\, Chris (not 18th)\, Edith\, Finn\, Fleur\, Gethyn\, Huw\, Isabel (tbc)\, Jack\, Lauren\, Lee\, Mel\, Mike B\, Natalie\, Paul\, Pete J\, Rhys\, Seth\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking Process\n\n\n\nTo confirm places\, please use the ‘get tickets’ button at the bottom of the events listing: \n\n\n\n\nYou will be asked to login to your membership account on our website. All our paid-up members should have recently had an e-mail explaining how to do this\, but if you’re not sure of your login details (or aren’t yet a paid-up member)\, please drop us an email…\n\n\n\nIf the system says there are no tickets available of the type you want\, please drop us an e-mail as we might be able to release more\n\n\n\nYou can at present pay only by card via the PayPal gateway. If this doesn’t work for you\, please drop us an e-mail and we’ll find a workaround for other payment methods (with apologies for any inconvenience)\n\n\n\nPlease drop us an e-mail if you have any questions or difficulties in using this new process – we do anticipate there may be teething problems!
URL:https://breconcanoeclub.org.uk/event/mon-18-sep-2023-pool-session-general-training
LOCATION:Brecon Leisure Centre\, Cerrigcochion Road\, Brecon\, Powys\, LD3 9SR\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Rayner":MAILTO:chair@breconcanoeclub.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230925T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230925T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T134425
CREATED:20230918T154030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230918T154254Z
UID:4013-1695628800-1695661200@breconcanoeclub.org.uk
SUMMARY:Mon 25 Sep 2023 Pool Session (Polo Training)
DESCRIPTION:Details as Mon 11 Sep 2023 Pool Session (Polo Training). \n\n\n\nWe’re currently hoping to see the following players but may still have space for more\, so please let us know ASAP if you’re interested (i.e. if you’re not on the list below\, please don’t ‘get tickets’ without checking with us first). Those in bold have already reserved places via  block-booking. If others wish to reserve places on all the next 3 sessions (25 Sep\, 9 Oct and 23 Oct)\, you can still ‘block-book’ for £40\, otherwise you may book individual sessions once they are released (which will cost £1 less but there’s no guarantee of spaces in each session…) \n\n\n\n\nChris\, Dave\, Edith\, Huw\, Jack\, Mel\, Mike S (dates tbc)\, Natalie\, Pete M\, Sam C\, Sam H\, Steve R
URL:https://breconcanoeclub.org.uk/event/mon-25-sep-2023-pool-session-polo-training
LOCATION:Brecon Leisure Centre\, Cerrigcochion Road\, Brecon\, Powys\, LD3 9SR\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Rayner":MAILTO:chair@breconcanoeclub.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231001T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231001T235959
DTSTAMP:20260404T134425
CREATED:20230813T173308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230918T151216Z
UID:3803-1696118400-1696204799@breconcanoeclub.org.uk
SUMMARY:Sun 1 Oct 2023 River Trip
DESCRIPTION:(In place of a 4th-Sunday trip on 24th Sep\, when Steve is unavailable). \n\n\n\nThis will be a trip on the River Wye (subject to water conditions) for all our paddlers\, either Hay-Whitney or somewhere further downstream (e.g. Kerne Bridge to Symonds Yat) – in the region of 5 miles and suitable for everyone\, in kayaks\, canoes or even SUPs. Timing likely to be 10am-3pm. \n\n\n\nIf you’d like to join this trip\, use the buttons here to ‘get tickets’ (if you need to hire a boat) or ‘RSVP’ (if you’ll bring your own boat)\, or contact Steve if you’d like more information or to check suitability.
URL:https://breconcanoeclub.org.uk/event/sun-1-oct-river-trip
LOCATION:Powys
ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Rayner":MAILTO:chair@breconcanoeclub.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231002T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231002T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T134425
CREATED:20230930T115127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230930T115131Z
UID:4073-1696273200-1696280400@breconcanoeclub.org.uk
SUMMARY:Mon 2 Oct 2023 Pool Session (General Training)
DESCRIPTION:Details as Mon 4 Sep 2023 Pool Session (General Training) – Brecon Canoe Club. \n\n\n\nWe are currently expecting the following paddlers; those in bold have already reserved places via  block-booking\, a few spaces are still available for this session: \n\n\n\n\nAnne\, Edith\, Finn\, Fleur\, Gethyn\, Huw\, Jack (payment required)\, Lauren\, Lee\, Mel\, Mike B\, Natalie\, Rhys\, Seth\n\n\n\nCoaches: Dave\, Sam C\, Simon\, Steve\, Tanya\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking Process\n\n\n\nTo confirm places\, please use the ‘get tickets’ button at the bottom of the events listing: \n\n\n\n\nYou will be asked to login to your membership account on our website. All our paid-up members should have recently had an e-mail explaining how to do this\, but if you’re not sure of your login details (or aren’t yet a paid-up member)\, please drop us an email…\n\n\n\nIf the system says there are no tickets available of the type you want\, please drop us an e-mail as we might be able to release more\n\n\n\nYou can at present pay only by card via the PayPal gateway. If this doesn’t work for you\, please drop us an e-mail and we’ll find a workaround for other payment methods (with apologies for any inconvenience)\n\n\n\nPlease drop us an e-mail if you have any questions or difficulties in using this new process – we do anticipate there may be teething problems!
URL:https://breconcanoeclub.org.uk/event/mon-2-oct-2023-pool-session-general-training
LOCATION:Brecon Leisure Centre\, Cerrigcochion Road\, Brecon\, Powys\, LD3 9SR\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Rayner":MAILTO:chair@breconcanoeclub.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231008T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231008T235959
DTSTAMP:20260404T134425
CREATED:20230918T144419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231001T161732Z
UID:4000-1696723200-1696809599@breconcanoeclub.org.uk
SUMMARY:Sun 8 Oct 2023 'Harder' White Water Trip
DESCRIPTION:This will now be a trip to Cardiff International White Water Centre. If you’d like to join us\, please ‘get tickets’ using the links below by 5pm Tuesday 3 Oct  – we’ll then book our paddlers in to the centre ‘en-masse’\, to save everyone booking individually (after which you will receive an e-mail from the centre asking you to complete an online medical form and disclaimer). Choose to attend one or both of these sessions (separate tickets needed for each): \n\n\n\n\n10:00-12:30 running at 4 cumecs (10:00-11:30) then 6 cumecs (11:30-12:30)\n\n\n\n13:30-16:00 running at 8 cumecs – suitable only for those paddlers already comfortable on the course at 6 cumecs\n\n\n\n\nThis trip is for existing white water paddlers only\, if you’re not sure of your suitability please check first with Steve (and/or check out the information at Park & Play (ciww.com)). We will be able to lead and/or coach those who need or want this\, others (over 18) may choose to ‘peer paddle’ under their own steam (and under 18s if their parents are also present). \n\n\n\nWe’ll aim to coordinate transport sharing once we know who’s coming… \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis will be the first of our ‘harder’ white water trips this winter – suitable only for experienced white-water paddlers who are comfortable on grade 2(3)\, preferably able to roll\, and ready to move up to something ‘harder’. \n\n\n\nThe aim is for these trips to be on a variety of grade 3-4 rivers\, led by a suitably qualified leader / coach\, although we will not be able to confirm locations until a few days beforehand\, when we have an idea of expected water levels. \n\n\n\nConsequently\, participants should be prepared to travel up to 3 hours each way (although we’ll aim for less than this) – and to share lifts and costs. \n\n\n\nNumbers will be limited\, so if you’d like to join this trip\, please RSVP using the button below or drop Steve an e-mail. Club boats will be available for £10 hire as usual\, although we anticipate most of our ‘hard’ paddlers having their own boats.
URL:https://breconcanoeclub.org.uk/event/sun-8-oct-2023-harder-white-water-trip
LOCATION:Powys
ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Rayner":MAILTO:chair@breconcanoeclub.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231009T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231009T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T134425
CREATED:20231006T200100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T200159Z
UID:4138-1696878000-1696885200@breconcanoeclub.org.uk
SUMMARY:Mon 9 Oct 2023 Pool Session (Polo Training)
DESCRIPTION:Details as Mon 11 Sep 2023 Pool Session (Polo Training). \n\n\n\nWe are currently expecting the following paddlers; those in bold have already reserved places via  block-booking\, a few spaces are still available for this session: \n\n\n\n\nDave\, Edith\, Huw\, Jack (payment required)\, Mel\, Natalie\, Sam C\, Sam H\n\n\n\n\nSteve will not be present on Monday\, so Dave will be supervising the session.
URL:https://breconcanoeclub.org.uk/event/mon-9-oct-2023-pool-session-polo-training
LOCATION:Brecon Leisure Centre\, Cerrigcochion Road\, Brecon\, Powys\, LD3 9SR\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Rayner":MAILTO:chair@breconcanoeclub.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231016T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231016T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T134425
CREATED:20230930T115518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230930T115551Z
UID:4076-1697482800-1697490000@breconcanoeclub.org.uk
SUMMARY:Mon 16 Oct 2023 Pool Session (General Training)
DESCRIPTION:We are currently expecting the following paddlers; those in bold have already reserved places via  block-booking\, a few spaces are still available for this session: \n\n\n\n\nAnne\, Edith\, Finn\, Fleur\, Gethyn\, Huw\, Jack (payment required)\, Lauren\, Lee\, Mel\, Mike B\, Natalie\, Rhys\, Seth\n\n\n\nCoaches: Dave\, Sam C\, Steve\, Tanya\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking Process\n\n\n\nTo confirm places\, please use the ‘get tickets’ button at the bottom of the events listing: \n\n\n\n\nYou will be asked to login to your membership account on our website. All our paid-up members should have recently had an e-mail explaining how to do this\, but if you’re not sure of your login details (or aren’t yet a paid-up member)\, please drop us an email…\n\n\n\nIf the system says there are no tickets available of the type you want\, please drop us an e-mail as we might be able to release more\n\n\n\nYou can at present pay only by card via the PayPal gateway. If this doesn’t work for you\, please drop us an e-mail and we’ll find a workaround for other payment methods (with apologies for any inconvenience)\n\n\n\nPlease drop us an e-mail if you have any questions or difficulties in using this new process – we do anticipate there may be teething problems!
URL:https://breconcanoeclub.org.uk/event/mon-16-oct-2023-pool-session-general-training
LOCATION:Brecon Leisure Centre\, Cerrigcochion Road\, Brecon\, Powys\, LD3 9SR\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Rayner":MAILTO:chair@breconcanoeclub.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231022T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231022T235959
DTSTAMP:20260404T134425
CREATED:20231012T111601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231012T111603Z
UID:4167-1697932800-1698019199@breconcanoeclub.org.uk
SUMMARY:Sun 22 Oct 2023 'Easier' White Water Trip (with optional training elements for 'Introduction to WW Safety' and 'White Water' Awards)
DESCRIPTION:This will be the first of our ‘easier’ white water trips this winter\, aimed at our less-experienced paddlers who would like to gain white water skills and experience\, while also suitable for existing white water paddlers who just want to get out on the water! \n\n\n\nThese trips will be suitable for anyone aged 14+ who can paddle at least 5km under control on a moving river\, who is confident capsizing\, and who has the stamina and clothing for cold water paddling! \n\n\n\nThe aim is for these trips to get progressively harder throughout the winter\, starting on ‘gentle’ grade 1-2 rivers (possibly with the odd grade 3 section that can be walked-around) and moving up to more demanding grade 2 rivers with sections of grade 3 (which can all be walked-around) – with appropriate coaching to help everyone develop their skills and confidence. Most of the trips will be in South Wales\, although at least one of the later ones is likely to be further afield. \n\n\n\nVenues will be decided nearer the time – once we know who’s coming and have an idea of water conditions. Timings are likely to be 0930-1500 (or thereabouts) ‘at the river’. \n\n\n\nWe are intending to include on this trip (if there is sufficient demand) training towards: \n\n\n\n\nthe new Introduction to White Water Safety course\, which is “designed to support paddlers [in kayak or canoe] to become effective group members in a moderate white water (grade 2) environment; suitable for anyone starting out on their white water paddling journey\, wanting to explore the role of an effective group member and learn simple strategies and safe skills that can provide the tools to solve common paddling issues” (see Introduction to White Water Safety (britishcanoeingawarding.org.uk) for more detail). The remaining elements of this course will be covered on the following 2 ‘easier’ trips – on 26 Nov and 24 Dec (although we could move this to 17 Dec if that worked better for everyone) – and candidates will need to attend all 3 trips to complete the award. NB there is a registration fee of £25 for this course (in addition to craft hire\, if required)\, to cover certification costs – and participants on this course may have an earlier start and/or later finish than those just wishing to ‘run the river’.\n\n\n\nthe White Water Award\, which is “designed to develop your ability to apply appropriate decision-making skills for a safe day out white water paddling [in kayaks on rivers up to grade 2]” (see 01112018BCABWhiteWaterAwardV1-1Nov21.pdf for detail). Training towards this award will continue throughout the winter’s ‘easier’ trips (alongside rolling clinics in the pool!) and candidates can choose to be assessed when they feel ready (you do need to be able to roll\, on flat water!). NB there is a registration fee of £25 for anyone choosing to be assessed for this award\, to cover certification costs; this can be paid later\, but anyone registering now will have a priority place on trips.\n\n\n\n\nBook places NOW using the ‘get tickets’ and ‘RSVP’ links. Places will be strictly limited and priority will be given to (a) candidates registering for the IWWS course; and (b) the WWA course (you can book for one or both!); followed by (b) other ‘less-experienced’ paddlers (especially those who’ve already expressed an informal interest to Steve); then (c) experienced white-water paddlers. For this reason\, places will be released by ‘drip-feed’\, so if the trip appears to be ‘full’ or ‘closed’\, do check with Steve in case he’s keeping places up his sleeve! Also\, if you’re not sure whether this trip – or the course(s) – are suitable for you\, please check with Steve before booking.
URL:https://breconcanoeclub.org.uk/event/sun-22-oct-2023-easier-white-water-trip-with-optional-training-elements-for-introduction-to-ww-safety-and-white-water-awards
LOCATION:Powys
ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Rayner":MAILTO:chair@breconcanoeclub.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231023T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231023T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T134425
CREATED:20231023T094250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231023T094326Z
UID:4213-1698087600-1698094800@breconcanoeclub.org.uk
SUMMARY:Mon 23 Oct 2023 Pool Session (Polo Training)
DESCRIPTION:Details as Mon 11 Sep 2023 Pool Session (Polo Training). \n\n\n\nWe are currently expecting the following paddlers; those in bold have already reserved places via  block-booking\, a few spaces are still available for this session: \n\n\n\n\nChris (payment required)\, Dave\, Edith\, Huw\, Jack (payment required)\, Mel (payment required)\, Natalie\, Sam C\, Sam H\, Steve
URL:https://breconcanoeclub.org.uk/event/mon-23-oct-2023-pool-session-polo-training
LOCATION:Brecon Leisure Centre\, Cerrigcochion Road\, Brecon\, Powys\, LD3 9SR\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Rayner":MAILTO:chair@breconcanoeclub.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231106T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231106T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T134425
CREATED:20231025T094708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231105T171602Z
UID:4223-1699297200-1699304400@breconcanoeclub.org.uk
SUMMARY:Mon 6 Nov 2023 Pool Session (General Training)
DESCRIPTION:***Scroll down for booking process and buttons for tickets and expressions of interest*** \n\n\n\nNB we may not have spaces for everyone who wants to attend these sessions and we will be releasing ‘tickets’ in phases\, so please book quickly to reserve your place(s). We are currently taking bookings for: \n\n\n\n\n3-session block-booking for ‘independent practice’\, for those who don’t need much coaching support (e.g. to practise rolling alone or in groups) – no specific limit on numbers;\n\n\n\n3-session block-booking for ‘rolling clinics’ to learn\, improve or practise the art of kayak rolling (for teenagers & adults) – numbers limited by coach availability; and\n\n\n\nExpressions of interest for ‘skills for developing kayakers’ (those aged 11-14; and other ‘novice’ paddlers) – whether this runs will depend on coach availability and numbers in the other groups\, so we can’t guarantee spaces at this stage and may have to disappoint some of you – sorry!\n\n\n\n\nIf you’re not sure where you ‘fit’\, either use the RSVP button to ‘express interest’\, or drop us an e-mail and we’ll confirm in due course… \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOur next block of general training sessions will start on Mon 6 Nov and will run on alternate weeks: 6 Nov\, 20 Nov\, 4 Dec. Polo training will take place in the intervening weeks; and the scheduled session on 18 Dec is likely to be a ‘special’ session for an invited group – details to follow…  \n\n\n\nSessions will run from 7.15 to 9pm\, including a 15min ‘buffer’ at the start and finish to get equipment in and out of the pool (i.e. an hour-and-a-quarter actually in the pool). \n\n\n\nWe’re currently expecting the following paddlers (those in Bold have paid!) AND NOW HAVE NO SPACE FOR MORE: \n\n\n\n\nYouth Development (led by Dave): Asher\, Finn\, Gethyn\, Lily\, Rhys\, Seth\n\n\n\nRolling Clinic (led by Steve R\, Tanya and Pete M TBC): Edith\, Fleur\, Jonathan\, Lauren\, Lee\, Mel\, Nairi\, Natalie\, Sam C\, Sarah – we will split into smaller groups and will endeavour to give coaching support to everyone – with those most in need getting the most support and others practising together in small groups where appropriate\n\n\n\nIndependent practice: Mike B \n\n\n\n\nThe cost of each session will be £13 but we are able to offer a discounted rate of £30 if you ‘block-book’ 3 sessions in advance (no refunds for missed sessions) – and all paddlers will need to be paid-up members of the Club and of Canoe Wales (and signed-up to our NEW Club Code of Conduct). Priority spaces will be given to block-bookings. NB this discounted rate will make it difficult for us to cover our costs\, so we will also offer the option of paying the ‘full’ price even for block-booked sessions\, for those that feel able to contribute a little extra… \n\n\n\nArrival & Changing\n\n\n\n\nPlease arrive in time to be changed and ready to enter poolside for 7.15pm.\n\n\n\nPlease wear T-shirts as well as swimwear (for warmth as well as modesty!).\n\n\n\nMake your way straight to the changing rooms – there is no need to check-in at reception.\n\n\n\nPlease wait at the changing room exits before going poolside – we’ll need to be given the ‘all-clear’ that the previous group has left before we enter.\n\n\n\nFeel free to bring your own boats & paddles – as long as they’re clean. Deposit them by the external doors in the car park before the start of the session.\n\n\n\n\nOn Poolside\n\n\n\n\nParents are welcome on poolside to help children carry boats and get kitted-up\, also to help them empty boats if required during the session (we’ll show you how!). You might even be able to help in the water\, if this is something you’d be willing to do – in which case\, come prepared with swimwear!\n\n\n\nNo outdoor shoes on poolside please.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking Process\n\n\n\nTo confirm places\, please use the ‘get tickets’ button at the bottom of the events listing: \n\n\n\n\nYou will be asked to login to your membership account on our website. All our paid-up members should have received an e-mail explaining how to do this\, but if you’re not sure of your login details (or aren’t yet a paid-up member)\, please drop us an email…\n\n\n\nIf the system says there are no tickets available of the type you want\, please drop us an e-mail as we might be able to release more\n\n\n\nYou can at present pay only by card via a PayPal ‘gateway’. If this doesn’t work for you\, please drop us an e-mail and we’ll find a workaround for other payment methods (with apologies for any inconvenience)
URL:https://breconcanoeclub.org.uk/event/mon-6-nov-2023-pool-session-general-training
LOCATION:Brecon Leisure Centre\, Cerrigcochion Road\, Brecon\, Powys\, LD3 9SR\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Rayner":MAILTO:chair@breconcanoeclub.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231112T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231112T235959
DTSTAMP:20260404T134425
CREATED:20231025T112736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231025T112739Z
UID:4265-1699747200-1699833599@breconcanoeclub.org.uk
SUMMARY:Sun 12 Nov 2023 'Harder' White Water Trip
DESCRIPTION:The aim is for these ‘harder’ trips to be on a variety of grade 3-4 rivers – suitable only for experienced white-water paddlers who are comfortable on grade 2(3)\, preferably able to roll\, and ready to move up to something ‘harder’ – although we will not be able to confirm locations (or max group size) until a few days beforehand\, when we have an idea of expected water levels. \n\n\n\nAt this stage we’re booking only ‘expressions of interest’ and will offer places on a first-come\, first-served basis (subject to your suitability for the finalised trip).
URL:https://breconcanoeclub.org.uk/event/sun-12-nov-2023-harder-white-water-trip
LOCATION:Powys
ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Rayner":MAILTO:chair@breconcanoeclub.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231113T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231113T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T134425
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SUMMARY:Mon 13 Nov 2023 Pool Session (Polo Training)
DESCRIPTION:Our next block of Canoe Polo training sessions will start on Mon 13 Nov and will run on alternate weeks: 13 Nov\, 27 Nov\, 11 Dec. \n\n\n\nSessions will run from 7.15 to 9pm\, including a 15min ‘buffer’ at the start and finish to get equipment in and out of the pool (i.e. an hour-and-a-quarter actually in the pool). \n\n\n\nWe’re currently expecting the following players but may still have space for more\, so please let us know ASAP if you’re interested (i.e. if you’re not on the list below\, please don’t ‘get tickets’ without checking with us first) – NB those in bold have already paid – thanks!: \n\n\n\n\nChris\, Dave J\, Edith\, Huw\, Jack\, Mel\, Natalie\, Sam C\, Sam H\, Steve R\n\n\n\n\nThe cost of each session will be £13 but we are able to offer a discounted rate of £30 if you ‘block-book’ 3 sessions in advance (each half-term; no refunds for missed sessions) – and all paddlers will need to be paid-up members of the Club and of Canoe Wales (and signed-up to our NEW Club Code of Conduct). Priority spaces will be given to block-bookings. NB this discounted rate will make it difficult for us to cover our costs\, so we will also offer the option of paying the ‘full’ price even for block-booked sessions\, for those that feel able to contribute a little extra… \n\n\n\nArrival & Changing\n\n\n\n\nPlease arrive in time to be changed and ready to enter poolside for 7.15pm.\n\n\n\nPlease wear T-shirts as well as swimwear (for warmth as well as modesty!).\n\n\n\nMake your way straight to the changing rooms – there is no need to check-in at reception.\n\n\n\nPlease wait in the changing rooms before going poolside – we’ll need to be given the ‘all-clear’ that the previous group has left before we enter.\n\n\n\nFeel free to bring your own boats & paddles – as long as they’re clean. Deposit them by the external doors in the car park before the start of the session.\n\n\n\n\nOn Poolside\n\n\n\n\nParents are welcome on poolside to help children carry boats and get kitted-up\, also to help them empty boats if required during the session (we’ll show you how!). You might even be able to help in the water\, if this is something you’d be willing to do – in which case\, come prepared with swimwear!\n\n\n\nNo outdoor shoes on poolside please.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking Process\n\n\n\nTo confirm places\, please use the ‘get tickets’ button at the bottom of the events listing: \n\n\n\n\nYou will be asked to login to your membership account on our website. All our paid-up members should have recently had an e-mail explaining how to do this\, but if you’re not sure of your login details (or aren’t yet a paid-up member)\, please drop us an email…\n\n\n\nIf the system says there are no tickets available of the type you want\, please drop us an e-mail as we might be able to release more\n\n\n\nYou can at present pay only by card via a PayPal ‘gateway’. If this doesn’t work for you\, please drop us an e-mail and we’ll find a workaround for other payment methods (with apologies for any inconvenience)
URL:https://breconcanoeclub.org.uk/event/mon-13-nov-2023-pool-session-polo-training
LOCATION:Brecon Leisure Centre\, Cerrigcochion Road\, Brecon\, Powys\, LD3 9SR\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Rayner":MAILTO:chair@breconcanoeclub.org.uk
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231120T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T134425
CREATED:20231025T110229Z
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SUMMARY:Mon 20 Nov 2023 Pool Session (General Training)
DESCRIPTION:Details as Mon 6 Nov 2023 Pool Session (General Training). \n\n\n\nWe’re currently expecting the following paddlers (those in Bold have paid!) AND NOW HAVE NO SPACE FOR MORE: \n\n\n\n\nYouth Development (led by Dave): Asher\, Finn\, Gethyn\, Lily\, Rhys\, Seth\n\n\n\nRolling Clinic (led by Steve R\, Simon\, Tanya and Pete M TBC): Anne\, Edith\, Fleur\, Lauren\, Lee\, Mel\, Nairi\, Natalie\, Sam C\, Sarah – we will split into smaller groups and will endeavour to give coaching support to everyone – with those most in need getting the most support and others practising together in small groups where appropriate\n\n\n\nIndependent practice: Mike B
URL:https://breconcanoeclub.org.uk/event/mon-20-nov-2023-pool-session-general-training
LOCATION:Brecon Leisure Centre\, Cerrigcochion Road\, Brecon\, Powys\, LD3 9SR\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Rayner":MAILTO:chair@breconcanoeclub.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231126T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231126T235959
DTSTAMP:20260404T134426
CREATED:20231025T115323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231125T222538Z
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SUMMARY:Sun 26 Nov 2023 'Easier' White Water Trip
DESCRIPTION:Already booked by virtue of registering for IWWS course: MelCurrently registered for WWA assessment in due course: Lee\, MelPlaces confirmed for: Anne\, Chris\, Mel\, Pete M\, Phil H\, Sam C\, Simon\, Steve R \n\n\n\nThis will be the second of our ‘easier’ white water trips this winter\, aimed at our less-experienced paddlers who would like to gain white water skills and experience\, while also suitable for existing white water paddlers who just want to get out on the water (other provisional dates are 24 Dec\, 28 Jan\, 25 Feb\, 24 Mar – although some of these may change\, dependent on  dates of polo tournaments yet to be confirmed). \n\n\n\nThese trips will be suitable for anyone aged 14+ who can paddle at least 5km under control on a moving river\, who is confident capsizing\, and who has the stamina and clothing for cold water paddling! \n\n\n\nThe aim is for these trips to get progressively harder throughout the winter\, starting on ‘gentle’ grade 1-2 rivers (possibly with the odd grade 3 section that can be walked-around) and moving up to more demanding grade 2 rivers with sections of grade 3 (which can all be walked-around) – with appropriate coaching to help everyone develop their skills and confidence. Most of the trips will be in South Wales\, although at least one of the later ones is likely to be further afield. \n\n\n\nVenues will be decided nearer the time – once we know who’s coming and have an idea of water conditions. Timings are likely to be 0930-1500 (or thereabouts) ‘at the river’. \n\n\n\nWe are intending to include on this trip training towards: \n\n\n\n\nthe new Introduction to White Water Safety course – if you completed our ‘swimming practice’ on the 22 Oct trip and can attend on 26 Nov and 24 Dec\, it’s not too late to ‘get a ticket’ to register for this award…\n\n\n\nthe White Water Award\, which is “designed to develop your ability to apply appropriate decision-making skills for a safe day out white water paddling [in kayaks on rivers up to grade 2]” (see 01112018BCABWhiteWaterAwardV1-1Nov21.pdf for detail). Training towards this award will continue throughout the winter’s ‘easier’ trips (alongside rolling clinics in the pool!) and candidates can choose to be assessed when they feel ready (you do need to be able to roll\, on flat water!). NB there is a registration fee of £25 for anyone choosing to be assessed for this award\, to cover certification costs; this can be paid later\, but anyone registering now will have a priority place on trips.\n\n\n\n\nBook places NOW using the ‘get tickets’ and ‘RSVP’ links. Places will be strictly limited and priority will be given to (a) candidates registering for the IWWS course; and (b) the WWA course (you can book for one or both!); followed by (b) other ‘less-experienced’ paddlers (especially those who’ve already expressed an informal interest to Steve); then (c) experienced white-water paddlers. For this reason\, places will be released by ‘drip-feed’\, so if the trip appears to be ‘full’ or ‘closed’\, do check with Steve in case he’s keeping places up his sleeve! Also\, if you’re not sure whether this trip – or the course(s) – are suitable for you\, please check with Steve before booking.
URL:https://breconcanoeclub.org.uk/event/sun-26-nov-2023-easier-white-water-trip
LOCATION:Powys
ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Rayner":MAILTO:chair@breconcanoeclub.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231127T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231127T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T134426
CREATED:20231025T110624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231107T161755Z
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SUMMARY:Mon 27 Nov 2023 Pool Session (Polo Training)
DESCRIPTION:Details as Mon 13 Nov 2023 Pool Session (Polo Training). \n\n\n\nWe are currently expecting the following paddlers; those in bold have already reserved places via  block-booking\, tickets will be released in due course if spaces remain for this session: \n\n\n\n\nEdith\, Jack\, Mel\, Sam C\, Steve R
URL:https://breconcanoeclub.org.uk/event/mon-27-nov-2023-pool-session-polo-training
LOCATION:Brecon Leisure Centre\, Cerrigcochion Road\, Brecon\, Powys\, LD3 9SR\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Rayner":MAILTO:chair@breconcanoeclub.org.uk
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