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Always wanted to paddleboard around Sligo Bay but didn’t feel confident?This 5 week course will take you from complete beginner to confident paddler — in a relaxed, supportive small group.
Starts Wednesday April 1st 6:30 pm.
Limited to 8 places.
DM for details.
Different location on each evening, building you up from the lake to the sea in a safe and friendly environment
Barbecue on the final evening, weather permitting
What's included
Boards,Paddles ,Bouancy Aid, Wetsuits
Itinerary
Week 1 foundations and confidence
welcome briefing and water safety
Equipment board paddle leash stance
Kneeling to standing techniques
Basic forward stroke and stoping
Short guided paddle.
Week 2 finding your flow
Stroke refinement
Sweep strokes and turning
Step back turns
Controlling direction in light wind
Mini costal exploration
week 3
Exploring Sligos coastine
Reading condtions and tide
Launcing and landing techniques
Padding in small chop
Week 4
Building confidence
Longer paddle distance
Efficient paddling rhythm
Handling wind and light current
Self rescue techniques
Week 5
Signature Sligo costal paddle followed by barbecue
Applying all learned skills
Optional challenges
Group photos
Finish celebration and barbecue
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Event Venue
doorly park, Sligo, Ireland
Tickets
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