RACHAEL BUCKNILL
I think my granddaughter & partner found the return paddle quite hard against the stream but Rob their guide was really kind & understanding. Thank you Rob!
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Welcome to our Level 2 sea kayaking course, designed for paddlers looking to advance their skills while exploring the amazing coastlines around Dartmouth, Devon. This two-day course is perfect for those who want to improve their kayaking techniques and gain confidence on the water, all under the guidance of our friendly and highly qualified instructors.
Each day of the course is centred around a journey along the coast, allowing participants to explore and learn in a real-world setting. Here’s a general breakdown:
Day 1:
Day 2:
Dartmouth, Devon, is a premier destination for sea kayaking, offering diverse coastal landscapes, rich wildlife, and pristine waters. It provides the perfect backdrop for enhancing your kayaking skills while enjoying the beauty of the natural environment.
Meeting point: Coronation Dinghy Park, Coombe Road, Dartmouth TQ6 9PQ
Participants should have basic kayaking experience and a good level of fitness. Additionally, you must be able to swim 50 metres in light clothing to ensure your safety and confidence during the course.
Since 2011, our centre has been dedicated to providing top-quality sea kayaking experiences. Our team of over 15 expert coaches, led by Founder Ben, offers a wealth of knowledge and a friendly approach to teaching.
Our extensive selection of sea kayaks, including stable doubles, ensures a comfortable and enjoyable experience for all participants. We pride ourselves on our personalised coaching and the beautiful location of Dartmouth, which offers some of the best sea kayaking in the UK.
Yes, experienced paddlers are encouraged to bring their own gear. However, we provide any technical equipment you don’t already own.
Bringing your own familiar equipment can enhance your experience, but rest assured, our gear is top-notch.
A moderate level of fitness is required as the course involves paddling for several hours each day.
You should also be able to swim 50 metres. This ensures that you can fully participate in all activities and enjoy the course safely.
Yes, there are several accommodation options in Dartmouth ranging from campsites to hotels.
We can provide recommendations upon request. Staying locally allows you to relax and enjoy the beautiful surroundings outside of course hours.
Our standard 2-day courses is packed full of information and top coaching that will help you learn new skills and gain knowledge. You will get to enjoy the classic Sea Kayaking on offer around Dartmouth.
On our 5-day courses, you will do a deep dive into the world of Sea Kayaking. You will get to plan trips and launch from a variety of remote locations. Every day is a unique experience that you will remember for years to come.
To see more details of the other courses we have to offer, please scroll to the bottom of this page.
Level 1 – Ideally suited to complete beginners, people who have never been in a kayak, but who want a fun experience and to learn the basic skills necessary to enjoy being on the water.
Level 2 – This is by far our most popular course. It is designed as a springboard for people who are keen to learn the skills that will help them start to plan their own kayak trips. Our World-Class Sea Kayak Destination makes each day of the course a unique and memorable experience
Level 3 – This course is aimed at keen Sea Paddlers who understand the fundamentals, and want to take their skills to the next level. Ideally they should be paddling regularly with a club and have some self rescue technique’s or a good roll.
Level 4 - You should be an active and experienced sea paddler; over the years you should have undertaken some longer and more challenging expeditions. You should already have the ability to be an active part of the group and know how to help others if they get into difficulty.
A choice of over 40 Sea Kayak’s by P & H, VALLEY, NORTH SHORE, DAGGER, VENTURE, WILDERNESS SYSTEM, WAVESPORT and PERCEPTION.
We also have a large range of Paddles, Buoyancy aids, Cags, Spraydecks, Charts, VHF Radios, Sea Kayak Guides and a range of personal safety equipment for you to try out.
Our waterfront location is 100m from the slipway and we have toilets and secure storage facilities here. For chart work on wild winter days, we have a large comfortable classroom 100m from the kayak base.
To ensure you get lots of personal attention and coaching we have a maximum Coach/Client ratio of 1:6. You can expect to meet likeminded people with a passion for the outdoors.
Our friendly welcoming instructors are full of enthusiasm for Sea Kayaking and they will help the group get the most from the course in a relaxed and supportive environment.
Included with all of our courses is the internationally recognised Paddle UK (formerly British Canoeing) Paddle Start Certificate.
You can receive this, free of charge, as a digital PDF certificate direct from Paddle UK.
I think my granddaughter & partner found the return paddle quite hard against the stream but Rob their guide was really kind & understanding. Thank you Rob!
We had a great time. The instructor made us feel constantly reassured that we were in good hands. He was also really knowledgeable about the area and able to introduce us to great opportunities to explore various caves and coves during our training.
Operated by Sea Kayak Devon, a partner of adventuro.
Somerset and Dorset, United Kingdom
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