Here at Torridon Activities we have possibly one of the best locations in the UK for kayaking. Whether you are looking to get out on the sea or cruise down a loch or get the adrenalin pumping with some river kayaking we have it all on our door step. We can provide you with all the technical equipment you may need and our courses are fully staffed by kayakers who love what they do and will open up a door to your own adventures.
Introduction to Sea Kayaking
Brief - This course will see you kayaking the stunning sheltered lochs and shoreline of Torridon and Wester Ross covering all the basic skills to get you going. We will also cover vital skills such as rescue and navigation ensuring that when you leave us you will have a solid foundation for your future paddling.
Dates
18th & 19th September
Pre-requisites
- No experience is necessary
Ratio – 1:6
Cost - £135pp
3 Star Training and Assessment White Water
Brief - This course is designed to take the kayaker from a beginner paddler to an intermediate and confident river paddler. The course is over three days with two days coaching and one final day assessment. Coaching and assessment will include amongst others, the development and consolidation of your paddling skills on water up to grade two, rescues, support strokes and rolling.
Date
12th - 14th November
Pre-requisites
- Two star kayak award or previously logged and referenced sea kayaking experience
Ratio – 1:6
Cost - £150pp
3 Star training and Assessment Sea
Brief - This course is designed to take the kayaker from a beginner paddler to an intermediate and confident paddler on the sea. The course is over three days, with two days coaching and one final day assessment. Coaching and assessment will include among others the ability to forward paddle, support strokes, moving sideways, rolling and rescues. Equipment can be provided however paddlers are encouraged to bring their own.
Date
To be confirmed for 2011
Pre-requisites
- Two star kayak award or previously logged and referenced sea kayaking experience
Ratio – 1:6
Cost - £150pp
What’s included in the cost of our courses
- Use of technical equipment such kayaks, paddle and clothing
- Transport throughout the course.
Special Offers
- Book your accommodation with either the Torridon Inn or the Torridon Hotel and get two for one on our courses
- Previous customers get £30 off their course booking
- Recommend a friend and friend and recommender get £30 each of their course bookings
How to Book or Make Enquiries
- activities@thetorridon.com
- 01445 791 242
Can’t find what you are looking for?
Can’t make the dates of our courses or you fancy doing something different then please feel free to drop us a line or give us a call and we will happily organise a tailored made course to suit your needs.
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