Based at KACC canoe club, Canal Walk, Kilkenny from 09:30 to 12:30, Tuesday to Friday
Kilkenny Paddling camp for younger chidlren, age 8 to 13, kayaking, SUP boarding, canoes and short trips- Learn kayaking, SUP boarding, canoeing and bushcraft skills.
Based at Kilkenny Aqua Canoe Club on Canel Walk.
Dates -
Camp 1: July 21st to 24th
Camp 2: August 11th to 14th
Time: 09:30 to 12:30
Camps run Tuesday to Friday.
During the week participants will be introduced to a mix of paddle sports including Kayaking, Canoeing and SUP boards.
Workshops in Exciting disciplines such as canoe Polo and slalom. Students will get to experience short river trips while havinf lots of fun on the river.
The camps will cover water safety, knowledge and skills to build on those begun in school programs towards achieveing Canoeing Ireland - Euro Paddle Plus Level 1 and Level 2 Kayak qualifications.
Start and finish is at KACC premises, Canal Walk, Kilkenny
Start and finish is at KACC premises, Canal Walk, Kilkenny
Children must be signed in and out of the camp every day by a parent or guardian. Children are not allowed to “come and go” by themselves.
Children must be signed in and out of the camp every day by a parent or guardian. Children are not allowed to “come and go” by themselves.
Riverbend/ KACC supply all the kayaking gear.
Your child must have a wetsuit, preferably full length, Swimming gear, a warm fleece/hoodie or thermal that can get wet and also old runners that will be worn when paddling and a towel.
Bring a full change of warm clothes to wear after paddling.
It’s a busy half day so you’ll need a snack, plenty to drink to keep yourself hydrated throughout.
Children must be signed in and out of the camp every day by a parent or guardian. Children are not allowed to “come and go” by themselves.
Please note that places on the camps are limited and will be awarded on a first come first served basis, hence early booking is advised.
All kayak gear provided
Dear [first_name]
Thanks for booking our camp[booking_date]
For the camp your child must have a wetsuits. preferably full length and old running shoes which are far better than "water shoes".
It’s a busy half day so you’ll need a snack, plenty to drink to keep yourself hydrated throughout.
* Please have a wetsuit as even in hot weather it adds to your childs comfort and fun.
* Wear old running shoes
* Bring a small snack.
* Please bring a full change of warm clothes and a towel.
It’s a busy half day so you’ll need a snack, plenty to drink to keep yourself hydrated throughout.
Meeting Point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/DWLp1HES1QQZRi199?g_st=ic
You can drop off at the location which is Kilkenny Aqua Canoe Club.
It is 1000 metres downstream of the Hurling Statue at Johns Bridge.
We look forward to paddling with you.
Kind regards,
Riverbend,
Roger McClure: 086 380 9900
Cancellations more than 5 days before the start date will be fully refunded.