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Weekly Training and Fitness sessions

All keen and able members are encouraged to come to the shed on Wednesday afternoons at 4:30 PM for about an hour of paddling. The aim is to build up your individual fitness and practice your technique. Aim to return after an hour of paddling.

If you are a complete beginner or very new to the club, please go to the group paddle sessions on Saturday mornings at 7:30 am (during semester). The group paddles will help you improve your technique and competence, and ensure you are ready for individual training.

Wednesday evenings - Night Paddles (Group Paddle)

Weekly night paddles have commenced for second semester 2012 (from May 2) and will continue weekly.

Always check the calendar in case of changes. The requirements for night paddles are found here.

Wednesday afternoons - Paddle at your own pace

These paddles have finished for Semester 1 and will (probably start later in semester 2 when it is lighter later).

Purpose:

  • Paddle at your own pace This is not a group paddle as such. You will paddle with anyone who paddles at a similar speed (if any) - often useful people to connect with. Make sure you pace your paddle to return to the shed in time (and before the person taking the session).
  • Improve your fitness and endurance
  • For people with basic paddling skills
Anyone who has basic paddling skills (Saturday mornings) is welcome to attend these sessions. The sessions are designed to help people improve from basic skills level and to improve their endurance and/or fitness.

What is flatwater kayaking?
Basically it means taking out one of the 'tippy' boats (a TK1 is more stable than a K1) so you can go longer distances and at a faster pace. It is an ideal way to get fit and also encouraged if you wish to participate in races. The Wednesday group will have a greater focus on flatwater paddling.

LM: May 12


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