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What is a
Come & Try it Day?
What is a Kayak?
Will the water be rough?
Where will the kayaking be held?
Is there qualified instruction?
What do I need to bring?
To book, please text your name & number to
086-8261331
What about food?
What age do I need to be?
What time will we start?
What time will we finish?
Do I need to be able to swim?
Do I need previous experience?
How much will the day cost?
Can I
continue kayaking afterwards?
Can I get
more info on Joining SBKC?
Can I get a certificate at the end of the course?
I have
special needs, can I attend?
Can I get training during weekdays or evenings?
This is a one day kayaking session where
newcomers can try kayaking and is suitable for
people who have no previous experience and who would like to begin kayaking.
A kayak is closed craft, as seen in the pic.
We will be using single person kayaks which are made from a plastic material
making them tough while lightweight.
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The come & try it day will be held on class 1
water, that is to say that the water will be flat, there will be no rapids or
significant obstacles but there will be moderate flow. This is always dependent
on water levels and weather conditions on the day itself.
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Usually on the flat section of water above the
bridge in Slane or somewhere similar.
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Yes, the come & try it days are delivered by experienced
club members and qualified kayak instructors.
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You should have a pair of old lightweight
trainers or a pair of canoe booties would be even better. Also, your normal
swimming gear with a towel and a tee shirt or two (which will get wet). If you have
your own wet suit that would be great but don't worry wet suits and all other
equipment will be provided. You may also like to bring a swim hat & old gloves.
This will be a cold day so bring plenty of
warm clothing.
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Yes, you should bring a lunch and a drink and
perhaps a snack bar which you can take in the kayak with you. Bars such as Mars
or Snickers which are sealed are most suitable.
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Minimum 14 years with no upper limit.
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Meet at 10am usually at Slane bridge, the
location will be confirmed by text.
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We break for lunch at 12.30 or so and finish
between 3.30 & 4.00pm
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Yes, you must be able to swim 25mtr in the
river.
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No, we assume that you have no previous
kayaking experience.
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This day is free.
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Yes, we recommend that if you want to continue
kayaking that you join the SBKC. You can download the membership form from the
main page of the website. Membership should be paid on line.
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Yes, suggest you take a look at the
FAQ page
and if you need any further info please call Paul at 086-8261331 or e-mail
info@sbkc.ie
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No this is not a certificate day.
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Yes, please contact Paul at 086-8261331 to
discuss.
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Yes, please contact Paul at 086-8261331 or
paul.maguire@sbkc.ie
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Pics from previous Come & Try it Days.
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Terms &
Conditions..
All courses & come & try it days will proceed subject to
suitable water levels and weather conditions.
In the event of course cancellation by the
organisers an alternative date will be offered.
Lunches, drinks and transport to & from the
venue is the responsibility of the participant.
I hereby acknowledge and
agree to release the organisers and their agents from any and all
liabilities that might result from my involvement in this kayaking activity.
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Welcome
to Silver Bridge Kayak Club 
Sunday
2nd Nov'08