Brecon Canoe Club

Mon 4 Oct 2021 Pool Session (General Training)
2021-10-04 19:00 - 21:00 (Europe/London) | Brecon Leisure Centre, Cerrigcochion Road, Brecon, Powys, LD3 9SR, United Kingdom
Details as Mon 6 Sep 2021 Pool Session (General Training). Contact mail@breconcanoeclub.org.uk to book places on individual sessions (if you haven’t block-booked for all 4).

Sun 3 Oct 2021 Foundation Safety & Rescue Training
2021-10-03 09:00 - 18:00 | Brecon Promenade, Fenni-Fach Road, Brecon, Powys, LD3 9LL, United Kingdom
***Last-minute addition to programme! This is a ‘commercial’ course being run by Steve Rayner, with the possibility of discounted places for Brecon Canoe Club Members.

!!!! COURSE NOW FULL – SORRY !!!!

The FSRT course is intended for all paddlers, coaches and volunteers irrespective of craft or discipline choice, and is available in either bank-based or boat-based option (or a combined course covering both). It provides training on key skills needed to operate safely and deal with common emergencies in a sheltered water environment in any craft. Candidates should be competent paddling in either kayak, canoe or SUP (preferably all 3!) to enable them to complete the course, although it is not necessary formally to hold a British Canoeing Personal Performance Award.

The FSRT course is a pre-requisite for the British Canoeing Paddlesport Instructor Award.

Minimum 2, maximum 6 candidates. No minimum age (although paddlers must be physically able to undertake the course!).

Participants should bring (I can provide * if you do not have these):

* Your usual / preferred craft and paddle (please confirm with me which type of craft you intend to bring, I will provide others)* Buoyancy aid, helmet, spray-deckPersonal paddling clothing suitable for the weather – we will get wet!* Personal safety equipment (throwline, knife, towline, tape/sling, karabiner)Canoe Wales / British Canoeing Membership card (if you are a member!)Lunch / snacks / drinksCash for parking (c.£4) and toilets (20p)Hand sanitiser, face masks, etc.

The course will take place on the River Usk at Brecon Promenade.

What to Do Now

Contact Steve as soon as possible to book places or get more information!

Sat 2 Oct 2021 British Canoeing Award Training Day - TO BE CONFIRMED
2021-10-02 00:00 - 23:59
Probably a day on a local reservoir, this is a possible opportunity (dependent on demand) to work towards the following British Canoeing Awards:

Paddle Discover Award (in kayak or canoe), for those NOT already working towards this: the Paddle Discover Award allows you to develop your decision making and practical skills for a fun and safe time on the water.Paddle Explore Award (in kayak or canoe), for those NOT already working towards this: the Paddle Explore Award allows you to choose where you move next in the world of paddlesport and recognises your ability to independently paddle your chosen craft in a sheltered water environment.Canoe Award (in open canoes), for those ready to work on this award: the Canoe Award is designed to develop your personal paddling and decision making skills so you have a fun and safe day out on the water in winds up to and including force 3 and on grade 1 rivers with simple eddy lines.

As this is an award-based training day being run by Steve on behalf of the Club, there will be a cost for this event (which includes boat hire for those that require).

Enquiries and bookings by e-mail to Steve, please (so we can confirm suitability and detailed arrangements).

Mon 27 Sep 2021 Pool Session (Polo Training)
2021-09-27 19:00 - 21:00 | Brecon Leisure Centre, Cerrigcochion Road, Brecon, Powys, LD3 9SR, United Kingdom
Details as Mon 13 Sep 2021 Pool Session (Polo Training). Contact mail@breconcanoeclub.org.uk to book places on individual sessions (if you haven’t block-booked for all 3).

Sun 26 Sep 2021 Trip or Event
2021-09-26 00:00 - 23:59
Probably a trip on the (Grade 1) Wye between Hay and Whitney. Provisional plan as follows, with full details to be confirmed:

Meet 10am at Hay; finish approx. 3pm at Whitney-on-WyeBring packed lunches and snacksSuitable for anyone capable of a 5 mile journey in kayak or canoeClub boats available to hire as usual for those who don’t have their own, £8 per person

Spaces are limited, so RSVP by Sun 19 Sep using the button below (or by e-mail) to secure your place(s)!

Mon 20 Sep 2021 Pool Session (General Training)
2021-09-20 19:00 - 21:00 | Brecon Leisure Centre, Cerrigcochion Road, Brecon, Powys, LD3 9SR, United Kingdom

Mon 13 Sep 2021 Pool Session (Polo Training)
2021-09-13 19:00 - 21:00 | Brecon Leisure Centre, Cerrigcochion Road, Brecon, Powys, LD3 9SR, United Kingdom
Canoe Polo training for existing AND ASPIRING polo players – come and develop your kayaking skills through the medium of this exciting game (think 5-a-side rugby in boats – but don’t worry, we’ll start gently!!). Training will include:

boat handling skills;ball handling skills;fitness development; andgameplay.

Book now for ‘block’ of 3 sessions (using the RSVP button below or via mail@breconcanoeclub.org.uk) on alternate weeks:

13 Sep27 Sep11 Oct

We will still be operating with Covid precautions, so please see below – and follow coaches’ instructions:

Arrival & Changing

Please arrive just in time to be changed and ready to enter poolside for 7pm (i.e. don’t arrive too early – but don’t leave it until 7pm to start getting changed!). To minimise time in the changing rooms, please arrive pre-changed where possible (e.g. swimwear under clothes). Please wear T-shirts as well as swimwear (for warmth as well as modesty!).Make your way straight to the changing rooms – there should be no need to check-in at reception unless asked to on arrival.Please 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.Please wear face coverings in the building, including changing rooms and poolside. You won’t need to wear them once on the water!Feel 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.

On Poolside

Please try to keep 2m away from one another (except other family members).We will have a one-way system on poolside: please turn right out of the changing rooms and head to the external doors to collect a boat, paddle, spray-deck, buoyancy aid (for polo) and helmet. Continue anti-clockwise around the pool until you reach a point at least 2m from the person in front of you, where you can kit-up and launch (when given the all-clear to do so). At the end of the evening we’ll reverse this procedure, going clockwise!Parents 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 – but please work closely only with your own children!No outdoor shoes on poolside please.

In the Pool

Please try to keep 2m (the length of a paddle) away from other paddlers, unless agreed by coaches (e.g. to practise rescues and during ‘close-contact’ polo drills and games, when you may, if you’re happy to, spend short periods in closer contact with individual paddlers).Coaches will aim to keep 2m away from participants as much as possible, but will need to be closer at times (e.g. for hands-on rolling training; and to recover capsized paddlers). However, we will each aim to spend less than 15min total within 2m of each individual paddler (and less than 1min total face-to-face within 1m of each individual paddler) – in line with Test & Trace ‘Close Contact’ guidelines.

Bookings & Payment

All bookings in advance please, by online event list RSVP or by e-mail.Payment of £10 per session will be claimed in due course via our usual GoCardless Direct Debit.

Any questions – please drop us a line!

Mon 6 Sep 2021 Pool Session (General Training)
2021-09-06 19:00 - 21:00 | Brecon Leisure Centre, Cerrigcochion Road, Brecon, Powys, LD3 9SR, United Kingdom
Full details below, training will include:

‘wet skills’ (capsizes, rescues, recovery strokes and rolling); and(possibly) beginners skill training.

Book now for ‘block’ of 4 sessions (using the RSVP button below or via mail@breconcanoeclub.org.uk) on alternate weeks:

6 Sep20 Sep4 Oct18 Oct

Options for booking individual weeks will follow once we start to get an idea of numbers…

We will still be operating with Covid precautions, so please see below – and follow coaches’ instructions:

Arrival & Changing

Please arrive just in time to be changed and ready to enter poolside for 7pm (i.e. don’t arrive too early!). To minimise time in the changing rooms, please arrive pre-changed where possible (e.g. swimwear under clothes). Please wear T-shirts as well as swimwear (for warmth as well as modesty!).Make your way straight to the changing rooms – there should be no need to check-in at reception unless asked to on arrival.Please 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.Please wear face coverings in the building, including changing rooms and poolside. You won’t need to wear them once on the water!Feel 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.

On Poolside

Please try to keep 2m away from one another (except other family members).We will have a one-way system on poolside: please turn right out of the changing rooms and head to to the external doors to collect a boat, paddle, spray-deck and helmet. Continue anti-clockwise around the pool until you reach a point at least 2m from the person in front of you, where you can kit-up and launch (when given the all-clear to do so). At the end of the evening we’ll reverse this procedure, going clockwise!Parents 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!No outdoor shoes on poolside please.

In the Pool

Please try to keep 2m (the length of a paddle) away from other paddlers, unless agreed by coaches (e.g. to practise rescues, when you may, if you’re happy to, spend short periods in closer contact with individual paddlers).Coaches will aim to keep 2m away from participants as much as possible, but will need to be closer at times (e.g. for hands-on rolling training; and to recover capsized paddlers). However, we will each aim to spend less than 15min total within 2m of each individual paddler (and less than 1min total face-to-face within 1m of each individual paddler) – in line with Test & Trace ‘Close Contact’ guidelines.

Bookings & Payment

All bookings in advance please, by online event list RSVP or by e-mail.Payment of £10 per session will be claimed in due course via our usual GoCardless Direct Debit.

Any questions – please drop us a line!

Sun 5 Sep 2021 Foundation Safety & Rescue Training
2021-09-05 09:00 - 18:00 | Brecon Promenade, Fenni-Fach Road, Brecon, Powys, LD3 9LL, United Kingdom
Sun 5 Sep 2021 Foundation Safety & Rescue Training – Brecon Canoe Club

***Last-minute addition to programme!***

The FSRT course is intended for all paddlers, coaches and volunteers irrespective of craft or discipline choice, and is available in either bank-based or boat-based option (or a combined course covering both). It provides training on key skills needed to operate safely and deal with common emergencies in a sheltered water environment in any craft. Candidates should be competent paddling in either kayak, canoe or SUP (preferably all 3!) to enable them to complete the course, although it is not necessary formally to hold a British Canoeing Personal Performance Award.

The FSRT course is a pre-requisite for the British Canoeing Paddlesport Instructor Award.

Minimum 2, maximum 6 candidates. No minimum age (although paddlers must be physically able to undertake the course!).

Participants should bring (I can provide * if you do not have these):

* Your usual / preferred craft and paddle (please confirm with me which type of craft you intend to bring, I will provide others)* Buoyancy aid, helmet, spray-deckPersonal paddling clothing suitable for the weather – we will get wet!* Personal safety equipment (throwline, knife, towline, tape/sling, karabiner)Canoe Wales / British Canoeing Membership card (if you are a member!)Lunch / snacks / drinksCash for parking (c.£4) and toilets (20p)Hand sanitiser, face masks, etc.

The course will take place on the River Usk at Brecon Promenade.

What to Do Now

Contact Steve as soon as possible to book places or get more information!

Wed 25 Aug 2021 Summer Training Evening
2021-08-25 18:30 - 21:00 | Brecon Promenade, Fenni-Fach Road, Brecon, Powys, LD3 9LL, United Kingdom
Details as 21 July.

Because it’s the holiday period, we shan’t be asking you to block-book sessions but will treat each evening separately – although the more sessions you are able to attend, the more likely you are to achieve an award to recognise your progress!

Please book by Sun 22 August using the RSVP button below or by e-mail to Steve.

Sun 22 Aug 2021 Trip or Event
2021-08-22 00:00 - 23:59
Probably a trip on Usk or Ponsticill Reservoirs, aimed at developing open water skills for canoe, SUP or kayak – a change from white water (though not necessarily a gentle one if it’s windy!!).

Details to be confirmed once we know the weather and who’s coming!

Likely to be approx. 10am-2pm, bring packed lunch (scope for parents to walk and picnic if appropriate)!

Places will be limited, so if you’re interested in joining us, please RSVP (using the button below or to mail@breconcanoeclub.org.uk) by Sunday 15 Aug (so we can make sure we have enough boats and leaders available).

Wed 18 Aug 2021 Summer Training Evening
2021-08-18 18:30 - 21:00 | Brecon Promenade, Fenni-Fach Road, Brecon, Powys, LD3 9LL, United Kingdom
Because it’s the holiday period, we shan’t be asking you to block-book sessions but will treat each evening separately – although the more sessions you are able to attend, the more likely you are to achieve an award to recognise your progress!

Please book by Sun 15 August using the RSVP button below or by e-mail to Steve.

Wed 11 Aug 2021 Summer Training Evening
2021-08-11 18:30 - 21:00 | Brecon Promenade, Fenni-Fach Road, Brecon, Powys, LD3 9LL, United Kingdom
Details as 21 July.

Because it’s the holiday period, we shan’t be asking you to block-book sessions but will treat each evening separately – although the more sessions you are able to attend, the more likely you are to achieve an award to recognise your progress!

Please book by Sun 8 August using the RSVP button below or by e-mail to Steve.

Sun 8 Aug 2021 Trip or Event
2021-08-08 00:00 - 23:59 | Wyedean Canoe Centre, Symonds Yat East, Ross-On-Wye, Herefordshire, HR9 6JL, United Kingdom
A repeat of this “ideal introduction to white water” on the ‘easy’ rapids at Symonds Yat (near Monmouth), for competent paddlers age 11+. All paddlers will need to be able to arrange their own transport to and from the venue.

9.30am-4pm at Symonds Yat, bring a packed lunch.

Cost will be £8 per person for boat hire (free if you have your own boats), plus cost of parking and launching boats at Symonds Yat (allow approx. £10 per person).

Places will be limited, so if you’re interested in joining us, please RSVP (using the button below or to mail@breconcanoeclub.org.uk) by Sunday 1 Aug.

Wed 4 Aug 2021 Summer Training Evening
2021-08-04 18:30 - 21:00 | Brecon Promenade, Fenni-Fach Road, Brecon, Powys, LD3 9LL, United Kingdom
Details as 21 July.

Because it’s the holiday period, we shan’t be asking you to block-book sessions but will treat each evening separately – although the more sessions you are able to attend, the more likely you are to achieve an award to recognise your progress!

Please book by Sun 1 August using the RSVP button below or by e-mail to Steve.

Wed 28 Jul 2021 Summer Training Evening
2021-07-28 18:30 - 21:00 | Brecon Promenade, Fenni-Fach Road, Brecon, Powys, LD3 9LL, United Kingdom
Details as 21 July.

Because it’s the holiday period, we shan’t be asking you to block-book sessions but will treat each evening separately – although the more sessions you are able to attend, the more likely you are to achieve an award to recognise your progress!

Please book by Sun 25 July using the RSVP button below or by e-mail to Steve.

CANCELLED Sun 25 Jul 2021 White Water Development
2021-07-25 00:00 - 23:59
***Cancelled due to low numbers and low water***

An ideal ‘next step’ for anyone who has been on our Symonds Yat trip – or for anyone else aged 11+ who’s ready to progress to some faster moving water, this will be a day running (and possibly swimming!) the rapids on the river at Llandysul. All paddlers will need to be able to arrange their own transport to and from the venue.

Probably 10am-4pm at Llandysul, bring a packed lunch.

Cost will be £8 per person for boat hire (free if you have your own boats).

Places will be limited, so if you’re interested in joining us, please RSVP (using the button below or to mail@breconcanoeclub.org.uk) by Sunday 18 Jul (so we can make sure we have enough boats and leaders available).

Wed 21 Jul 2021 Summer Training Evening
2021-07-21 18:30 - 21:00 | Brecon Promenade, Fenni-Fach Road, Brecon, Powys, LD3 9LL, United Kingdom
During the school holidays we will continue with Wednesday evening sessions, focusing for most of you on working towards the British Canoeing ‘Discover’ and ‘Explore’ Awards, which are an excellent benchmark of your developing skills as a paddler (although the Awards themselves are optional, depending on whether you like to have proof of your achievements!):

The Discover Award allows you to develop your decision making and practical skills for a fun and safe time on the water, taking you on the next steps towards becoming a proficient and independent paddler (and is well suited to those who paddle with us mainly on Wednesday evenings).The Explore Award gives you ownership; allowing you to choose where you move next in the world of paddlesport (and is most suited to those who are able to join us for more than just Wednesday evening sessions).

These Awards can be achieved in kayak, canoe or SUP – and are appropriate for beginners as well as experienced paddlers. Please contact us if you’d like to know more…

For those of you who have previously achieved these awards (or their forerunners), we will aim to offer a mixture of:

Polo-related skills and physical training sessions (when Jess is available to run these!); and/orFoundation Safety & Rescue skills.

Because it’s the holiday period, we shan’t be asking you to block-book sessions but will treat each evening separately – although the more sessions you are able to attend, the more likely you are to achieve an award to recognise your progress!

Please book by Sun 18 July using the RSVP button below or by e-mail to Steve.

Wed 14 Jul 2021 Summer Training Evening
2021-07-14 18:30 - 21:00 | Brecon Promenade, Fenni-Fach Road, Brecon, Powys, LD3 9LL, United Kingdom
Another ‘Try a Boat’ evening for paddlers aged 11+: we’ll have a variety of ‘different’ boats available to try this evening, including Open Canoes and Stand Up Paddleboards; open-cockpit and Sit-on-Top kayaks (and maybe some specialist competition boats as well) – so why not come along and try something different to broaden your skills (or, if you prefer, stick with the same as usual!!). We’ll go for a paddle up-and-down river, with the chance to try some games and challenges and maybe even swap craft on the way. You might get wet!!

Please book by Sun 11 July using the event-listing RSVP button or by reply to this e-mail.

CANCELLED Sun 11 Jul 2021 River Trip
2021-07-11 00:00 - 23:59 | Kerne Bridge Canoe Launch, Bishopswood Village Hall Car Park, Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire, HR9 5QT, United Kingdom
***Trip cancelled due to low numbers – sorry to disappoint those who were hoping to come***

Steve is now available on the 11th to run this trip, after all!

It will most likely be a trip from Kerne Bridge to Symonds Yat (between Ross-on-Wye and Monmouth) – a 10-mile trip on the beautiful River Wye, with the option of playing on Symonds Yat rapids at the end.

Suitable for anyone aged 11+ with the skills and stamina to paddle 10 miles (on a flowing river!) in kayak, canoe or paddleboard.

All paddlers will need to be able to arrange their own transport to both start and finish points (or we may be able to do a limited car-shuttle for one or two drivers).

Cost will be £8 per person for boat hire (free if you have your own boats), plus cost of parking and launching / landing boats at Kerne Bridge and Symonds Yat (allow approx. £10 per person).

Places will be limited, so if you’re interested in joining us, please RSVP (using the button on the Event Listing or to mail@breconcanoeclub.org.uk) by Sunday 4 July (so we can make sure we have enough boats and leaders available).

Wed 7 Jul 2021 Summer Training Evening
2021-07-07 18:30 - 21:00 | Brecon Promenade, Fenni-Fach Road, Brecon, Powys, LD3 9LL, United Kingdom
‘Try a Boat’ evening for paddlers aged 11+: we’ll have a variety of ‘different’ boats available to try this evening, including Open Canoes and Stand Up Paddleboards; open-cockpit and Sit-on-Top kayaks – so why not come along and try something different to broaden your skills (or, if you prefer, stick with the same as usual!!). We’ll go for a paddle up-and-down river, with the chance to try some games and challenges and maybe even swap craft on the way. You might get wet!!

Please book by Sun 4 July using the event-listing RSVP button or by reply to this e-mail.

Wed 30 Jun 2021 Summer Training Evening
2021-06-30 18:30 - 21:00 | Brecon Promenade, Fenni-Fach Road, Brecon, Powys, LD3 9LL, United Kingdom
Third week of training block for all existing paddlers (aged 11+). Details as 26 May.

Polo skills development group with Jess – Alex, Charlotte, Edith & NatalieAdult development with Steve – Griff, Jim, Joe & RhiannonJunior beginners / improvers with Olly – Gryf (TBC), Oscar, Ruan, Sam & TomosAdult beginners / improvers with Dave and Ele – Andrea, Keira, Ken, Mary (TBC), Rob

Contact the organiser if you’re not already booked.

Sun 27 Jun 2021 White Water Introduction / Refresher
2021-06-27 00:00 - 23:59 | Wyedean Canoe Centre, Symonds Yat East, Ross-On-Wye, Herefordshire, HR9 6JL, United Kingdom
An ideal introduction to white water on the ‘easy’ rapids at Symonds Yat (near Monmouth), for competent paddlers age 11+. All paddlers will need to be able to arrange their own transport to and from the venue.

9.30am-4pm at Symonds Yat, bring a packed lunch.

Cost will be £8 per person for boat hire (free if you have your own boats), plus cost of parking and launching boats at Symonds Yat (allow approx. £10 per person).

Places will be limited, so if you’re interested in joining us, please RSVP (using the button below or to mail@breconcanoeclub.org.uk) by Sunday 20 Jun (so we can make sure we have enough boats and leaders available).

Wed 23 Jun 2021 Summer Training Evening
2021-06-23 18:30 - 21:00 | Brecon Promenade, Fenni-Fach Road, Brecon, Powys, LD3 9LL, United Kingdom
Second week of training block for all existing paddlers (aged 11+). Details as 26 May.

***At least some of us are likely to be practising capsizes; how-not-to-capsize; and a few rescues if the weather’s fine – so please come prepared to get wet (bring a nose-clip if you have one, on a length of string!)***

*** STOP PRESS*** No Jess this week (she’s away with work again, at short notice)*** Polo skills development group joining Steve, in plastic or polo boats – Alex, Charlotte, Edith & NatalieAdult development with Steve – Griff, Jim, Joe, Mike (TBC) & RhiannonJunior beginners / improvers with Olly – Gryf, Oscar, Ruan, Sam & TomosAdult beginners / improvers with Dave and Ele – Andrea, Daniel (TBC), Keira, Ken, Mary (TBC), Rob

Contact the organiser if you’re not already booked.

CANCELLED Wed 16 Jun 2021 Summer Training Evening
2021-06-16 18:30 - 21:00 | Brecon Promenade, Fenni-Fach Road, Brecon, Powys, LD3 9LL, United Kingdom
CANCELLED due to unavailability of coaches at short notice – sorry! 30 June will instead be added to this block of sessions.

Wed 9 Jun 2021 ***NO TRAINING SESSION***
2021-06-09 00:00 - 23:59 | Brecon Promenade, Fenni-Fach Road, Brecon, Powys, LD3 9LL, United Kingdom
No training session this evening as Steve is unavailable – apologies for this change at short-notice.

Sat 5 Jun 2021 River Trip (previously advertised as 6 or 13 Jun!)
2021-06-05 00:00 - 23:59
The date for this trip has changed from 6 Jun as Steve was double-booked on the Sunday – apologies for any inconvenience…

Probably River Wye Hay-Whitney. Suitable for anyone aged 11+ who can paddle in a straight line for a fair distance! All paddlers will need to be able to arrange their own transport to the start point and pick-up from the finish point (since we’re currently unable to give each other lifts).

Probably 10am-3pm, bring a packed lunch.

Cost will be £8 per person for boat hire (free if you have your own boats), plus possibly cost of parking in Hay or landing at Whitney.

Places will be limited, so if you’re interested in joining us, please RSVP (using the button below or to mail@breconcanoeclub.org.uk) by Sunday 30 May (so we can make sure we have enough boats and leaders available).

Wed 2 Jun ***NO TRAINING SESSION***
2021-06-02 00:00 - 23:59
No training session this evening (half-term) as Steve is unavailable

Wed 26 May 2021 Summer Training Evening
2021-05-26 18:30 - 21:00 | Brecon Promenade, Fenni-Fach Road, Brecon, Powys, LD3 9LL, United Kingdom
First of next ‘block’ of summer training for existing paddlers aged 11+ only (i.e. no ‘absolute beginners’). If you’re in doubt about whether this is for you, please contact us to check.

NB This 3-week block includes 26 May, 16 Jun & 23 Jun & 30 Jun.

*** There will be no session on 2 Jun (half-term) or 9 Jun as Steve won’t now be available on either of those evenings nor on 16 Jun as Steve & Jess are unavailable***

These sessions will continue to work in 4 groups:

Polo skills development with Jess, for experienced paddlers who’ve ‘outgrown’ general training sessions!Adult development with Steve, for experienced paddlers who aren’t ready for polo skills!Junior beginners / improvers with OllyAdult beginners / improvers with Dave and Ele

Cost £10 per session, preferably paid £30 at once for all three sessions – we’ll collect this by Direct Debit through our membership system.Please RSVP by Tue 25 May to book place(s), using the button below; or contact the organiser if you have any questions.All 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 register with us but don’t need to join formally for this first block of sessions.Meet at Brecon Promenade (the Upper Car Park, by the toilet block) at 6.30pm; we’ll be finished by 9pm (or earlier, when it gets dark!).Parents or other household members 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 – but must avoid gathering together and must remain socially-distanced from everyone other than their own children.Feel free to bring your own boats and paddles if you have them, otherwise we’ll have the usual selection of club equipment available.Please be prepared for the weather and water conditions – wear a wetsuit or layers of synthetic material (e.g. fleece) – we can provide cagoules if you don’t have your own – and shoes that you don’t mind getting wet (neoprene beach shoes or gym shoes / daps are ideal); and bring a towel and full set of clothes for the end of the session.Changing will be in the car park; the toilet block should be open, for 20p entry cost.We will be following additional procedures to prevent the transmission of Covid, as set out in the attached document, and will expect everyone to comply with instructions from coaches. Please be aware that this might slow-down our usual processes for issuing and returning kit; and will limit the types of coaching and games we are able to offer.

Protocols & Procedures during Covid – ParticipantsDownload

CANCELLED Sun 23 May 2021 Open Water Trip
2021-05-23 00:00 - 23:59
***Cancelled due to low participant numbers***

Probably Llangorse Lake or Usk Reservoir – depending on weather conditions. Suitable for anyone aged 11+ who can paddle in a straight line for a fair distance!

The intention will be a trip round the lake or reservoir with a snack stop on route.

Probably 10am-1pm.

Cost will be £8 per person for boat hire (free if you have your own boats), plus the cost of launch fees if we go to Llangorse Lake (approx. £12 per person).

Places will be limited, so if you’re interested in joining us, please RSVP (using the button below or to mail@breconcanoeclub.org.uk) by Tuesday 18 May (so we can make sure we have enough boats and leaders available).
