coaching


...the best paddler is the one having the most fun...
Coaching benefits everybody, be you a beginner, intermediate, or expert paddler. No matter where you are within your paddling career, coaching enables you to develop further understanding, maximise on personal performance, do away with bad habits, or ensure you never pick them up in the first place. Coaching is not about being taught, instead it is a process of helping you to learn. Therefore, coaching is the key to unlocking your full potential as an independent learner and ultimately become a better paddler.

I can provide coaching in open canoe, white water kayak and sea kayak, at venues local to North Wales and Ross-on-Wye. Private groups of up to 6 can be accommodated, and 1:1 coaching is also available. Coaching in other areas of the UK is also available at an additional cost. 

Prices are given for consecutive days. Recommendations and advice for accommodation can be found at the bottom of this page. Meeting places will be confirmed at the time of booking. If you are a larger group than 6, and/or an individual or group who wish to be coached in your area, then please Get In Contact​ to discuss your aspirations.

group coaching

Group coaching is the best option for paddlers wishing to progress their skill and understanding, alongside friends and clubmates. It is ideal for those wishing to form a reliable team on the water and a great way to share costs.
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✓ Bespoke coaching to match each individual's ability and aspirations
✓ Learn alongside your friends in a variety of craft, as you wish
✓ Increase your confidence and independence as an individual and team
✓ Dates, times and venues most suitable to your group
✓ Opportunity to progress over multiple sessions
✓ Review of your learning, and a structured future development action plan
Title:
Group Coaching 1 day
​Group Coaching 2 days
Group Coaching 3-5 days
Dates:
Please state preferred dates
​Please state preferred dates
​​Please state preferred dates
Spaces:
6
​6
​6
Price:
​​£220p/d
​£200p/d
£190p/d
Ratio:
1:6
1:6
1:6

1:1 coaching

1:1 private coaching is the most bespoke option for anyone looking to progress their skill and understanding at a timeframe most suitable for them. 

✓ Bespoke coaching to match your individual ability and aspirations
✓ Undivided attention and input
✓ Maximise your time on and off the water
✓ Increase your confidence and independence
✓ Dates, times and venues most suitable to your schedule
✓ Opportunity to progress over multiple sessions
✓ Review of your learning, and a structured future development action plan
Title:
1:1 Coaching 1 day
​1:1 Coaching 2 days
1:1 Coaching 3-5 days
Dates:
Please state preferred dates
Please state preferred dates
Please state preferred dates
Spaces:
1
1
​1
Price:
​£230p/d
​£215p/d
£200p/d
Ratio:
1:1
1:1
​1:1
  • What is included in the price?
    Instruction at the above ratios, tea/coffee at the start of the activity, relevant safety kit, and emergency first aid equipment.​
  • What is not included in the price?
    Accommodation, food and drink for the day, personal insurance and personal equipment (unless stated otherwise).
  • What is the minimum number of participants required to ensure my activity runs?
    2 for all of the above activities at 1:6 ratio, a    nd, with fear of being obvious, 1 for 1:1 private bookings!
  • Who will staff my activity or course?
    Your activity will be staffed by me or another fully qualified paddlesports leader.
  • Can I hire boats or other specialist equipment from you?
    No, sorry. I do not stock boats, paddles, buoyancy aids, or helmets etc. However, there are numerous shops and hire services available in the local area to your activity, or you can Get In Contact if you need any more help acquiring anything.
  • Where can I stay?
    There are a variety of options, both around North Wales and Ross-on-Wye, to suit everybody's tastes and budgets. There are many more options than the ones suggested below, and of the options suggested below, all operate independently from me:
    North Wales Hostels - Snowdonia Mountain Hostel; Llangollen Hostel; Outdoor Alternative
    North Wales     Campsites - Bryn Llys; Gwynant campsite; Llanberis campsite; Gwern Gof Isaf; Gwern Gof Uchaf.​
    North Wales B&Bs - Snowdon View; Bridge End Hotel; Sea View Guest House; 'Air BnB' options are also available.
    Ross-on-Wye Hostels - YHA Wye Valley; YHA St Briavel's Castle
    Ross-on-Wye Campsites - YHA Wye Valley; River Wye Camping; Bracelands Campiste
    Ross-on-Wye B&Bs - Norton House; Bridstow Guest House; Forest View; 'Air BnB' options are also available.
  • What kit do I need to bring?
    For all of the above activities, you will require the following:
    1. Warm clothing, including insulative layers, neoprene cap and gloves, such as pogies, and sunglasses, where appropriate
    2. Dry suit or dry cag top and bottoms/neoprene shorts, or a wetsuit with waterproof jacket and trousers
    3. Suitable footwear to get wet, such as wetsuit booties, water boots, or old trainers
    4. Food, drink and personal medication
    5. Small personal first aid kit, if required (to include things like blister plasters, suncream)
    6. Mobile phone (contained within a waterproof case) ​and whistle
    7. Personal boat, helmet, buoyancy aid, paddles and spray deck (if appropriate)
    8. Personal safety kit including knife/saw, sling and karabiners, throwbag/towline,     split paddles, poles, sails, bailer/sponge, knee pads, and pump, where appropriate
    ​9. Suitable dry bags
    10. Compass, waterproof notepad and any relevant maps/guidebooks that you own
    11. Head torch and spare batteries
    12. Towel and clothing to remain comfortable when off the water
Have a question about something else? Try the Frequently Asked Questions page.
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