Kayaking Sessions (Friends and Family) in Wakefield!

Welcome to Umbrella Canoe Club’s kayaking sessions in Wakefield!

Have you ever wanted to try kayaking? This is the perfect opportunity! Book a place for a kayaking friends and family session (up to 6 people in the group) with an instructor and experience the joy of being on the water.

You don’t need any experience or your own equipment – Umbrella Canoe Club provide everything! Just come in comfortable clothes and be ready to have fun. Everyone is welcome to join an unforgettable adventure on the water. Sessions are designed for participants aged 8+.

Please arrive 10 minutes before the session starts.

Location: Fall Ings Lock – WF1 5DW

In the event of bad weather, a session may be cancelled or rearranged. The decision will depend on the severity of the weather and its potential impact on safety and the ability to deliver the session effectively.

Depending on the circumstances, a refund or credit for a future session may be offered.

What you’ll be doing:

– Meet and greet on the Fall Ings Lock

– Get kitted out with your paddle, kayak, buoyancy aid and helmet

– Land based briefing (approximately 15 minutes) includes:

• Kayaks, their key features and accessories
• How to paddle (forwards / backwards / turning)
• How to paddle correctly
• Safety on and off the water

– Carry your kayaks to the water, get in and practice

– Once everybody is happy then the trip will start and you’ll have lots of fun getting to know each other as you learn a new skill

– Learn how to safely exit the water, followed by your debriefing.

Visit  umbrellacc.co.uk to find out more.