We have one cancellation, so have one space. I will open up to neighbouring canoe clubs if no interest
THIS IS THE CONFIRMED WHITE WATER LEADER COURSE
This course is initially open on 24 January for 7 days for those who have previously expressed an interest to attend this course to book on. Those people have been sent separately a booking code for early booking. On 31 January the course will be open for registration to the wider Club membership. Allocation will be on a 1st come 1st serve basis - there are 6 places available. Register on the waiting list if the event is full - if enough additional interest then a further course will be organised.
The Club is very pleased to confirm that the renowned 5 star Kayak Coach Tom Parker has been secured to deliver the sought after White Water Leader Training on 23rd and 24th April. This is a fantastic opportunity to get the best WW leader training available.
This course is followed up by WW Safety and Rescue Training in May that needs to be booked separately. Following the course, attendees will be encouraged and supported through the assessment, to be undertaken at a later date.
Attendees must come fully kitted for two days intensive training with lots of paddling, possibly some swimming in cold water, and a lot of fun. All normal WW equipment needed, and Tom will advise additional safety equipment that will be needed, prior to the event.
It is recommended you bring your own boat and paddle or they can be hired from the Club. Usual Club hire process applies.
The course fee is £230 per person. The Club has agreed to cover 50% of the course fee for attendees who commit to leading on trips for the Club following assessment, and supporting other leaders following course completion. As such the course fee is £115 per person. The Club reserves the right to ask for the difference from attendees if there is no ongoing commitment to the Club - you will appreciate funds are limited and they need to stretch to ensuring maximum paddling opportunities for our members in the future.
The 50% fee is required at time of booking. If you need to later cancel then every opportunity will be made by the Club to 'sell on' your course place, however if it is no sold on then with regret the Club is not able to offer any refunds. This mirrors the policy of the Course Provider. Refunds will be offered in the event the Club needs to cancel the course.
Should you have any questions please don't hesitate to contact Simon Pond (simonrpond@aol.com) or Grant McKelvie on secretary@shrewsburycanoeclub.org or 07837 963160.
