This is a trip we haven't run in a while, Cotherstone to Abbey Rapids on the River Tees, a great opportunity to try out all your paddling Christmas Presents.
This trip is aimed for paddlers who have been on white water before and are comfortable exiting and entering the flow, and crossing the flow. If you are unsure if this is suitable for you then please contact the Event Co-Ordinator.
There will be no cost for leadership and instruction.
Location: River Tees - Cotherstone to Abbey Rapids
Date: 9th January
Time: 08:30
Meeting Location: KKC Club House
The cars will be loaded on the morning before driving to the river.
We will be running a general outdoor paddling session on the pool, this is open to anyone including beginners. This will give you the opportunity to paddle any of our boats and coaches will be on hand.
Location: Outdoor Pool - Albert Avenue
Date: 29th January
Time: 11:30
On 17th and 18th September 2022 Duncan Berriman will be organising Yorkshire's Division 2 Slalom at Washburn. He will be coming out to members closer to the date with lists of jobs, please give him what support you can. These usually range from setting up, judging, safety (both on and off the water), control and then taking everything down. Jobs for experienced and non-experienced helpers!
More details to follow in the coming months.
Dates for your diary
New Years White Water - 9th January 2022
Outdoor Session - 29th January 2022
Club Camping & Family Weekend 2022 - 28th & 29th May 2022
Derwent Mike Jones Memorial Race - 19th June 2022
Washburn Div 2 - 17th & 18th September 2022
Wolfreton Marathon - 2nd October
All session and trips can be booked via our Events Portal
Marathon racing is conducted in divisions; the lower divisions can use any sort of kayak or canoe but higher divisions use specialised marathon boats, long, narrow and very unstable when stationary!
Canoe polo is played by teams of five and the basic aim is for them to pass the ball from player to player, by hand, and score in their opponents’ goal while at the same time defending their own goal.
Slalom competitions take place every weekend throughout the country. Division 4 is suitable for beginners of any age. Slalom helps with the development of speed, boat control and white water skills which can be used in all aspects of canoeing and kayaking.
