KAYAKING CANOEING KATA KANU DRASCOMBE SAILING (Suitable for Non-Swimmers)

Number of Participants 180 Max per day Age/Swimming Ability From 8 Years / 10 metres Ratio 1:10 Self-Run Possibility BC L2 Coach Time Scale 1.5—3hrs

A challenging activity where pupils learn basic paddling techniques, teamwork and communication skills through a combination of games and instruction both on and off the water.

CANOEING

Number of Participants 180 Max per day Age/Swimming Ability From 8 Years / 10 metres Ratio 1:10 Self-Run Possibility BC L2 Coach Time Scale 1.5—3hrs

These Open Canadian Canoes are much like the one American Indians used to paddle. Each boat takes up the three paddlers and they are a great way to travel and see the lake and share the experience with friends. This activity can be used to gain BC awards and complete GCSE Syllabuses

KATA KANU

Number of Participants 40 Max per day Age/Swimming Ability From 8 Years / 10 metres Ratio 1:10 Self-Run Possibility BC L2 Coach (1:5 ratio) Time Scale 1—2hrs

Kata Kanus are similar to two Canadian Canoes rafted together. Each Kata Kanu can hold a maximum of 5 Participants. These boats are extremely stable and are great fun. This is an excellent activity for special needs groups.

DRASCOMBE SAILING (suitable for non-swimmers)

Number of Participants 40 Max per day* Age/Swimming Ability From 8 Years / 10 metres Ratio 1:10 or 1:5 for non-swimmers Time Scale 1—2.5hrs

This stable boat can allow groups of students to enjoy the experience of sailing as a Team. Students will learn how to steer the boat and trim the three sails to ensure The boat sails efficiently. This activity is also suitable for those who are unable to swim 10 metres. *Can be combined with Kata Kanus for swimming groups to increase participant to a max of 80 per day or Orienteering for non.swimmers BELL BOATING

Number of Participants 40 Max per day Age/Swimming Ability From 8 Years / 10 metres Ratio 1:10 Time Scale 1—2hrs*

Bell boats are fantastic introduction to water sports. Encouraging team Work. Each bell boat holds a maximum of 10 participants and are extremely Stable and great for racing and having fun.

DRAGON BOATS

Number of Participants Min 30, Max 120 per day Age/Swimming Ability From 8 Years / 10 metres Ratio 1:20 Time Scale 1.5—2hrs*

Nothing beats the atmosphere of dragon boat racing. Learn paddling techniques and drumming skills to keep the paddlers in time to the beat to ensure your team are the winners.

*can be combined with another activity for a more varied session.

RAFT BUILDING

Number of Participants 280 max per day Age/Swimming Ability From 8 Years / 10 metres Ratio 1:20 Time Scale 2-3hrs

Raft building is an exciting team-building activity. Build a raft test those knots Ant then race it on the lake. This activity uses ropes, wooden poles and large plastic barrels to Test initiative, develop leadership skills and encourage teamwork

SCULLING

Number of Participants 40 Max per day Age/Swimming Ability From 11 Years / 10 metres Ratio 1:10 Self-Run Possibility BR L2 Coach & RYA Powerboat L2 Time Scale 2-3hrs

We have 10 single person sculling boats and three five-person sea-going quads, Four scullers and one cox. These bats are suitable for all abilities, but especially beginners. The session will build water confidence and develop sculling skills, with plenty of fun and game. This activity would make an ideal rolling programmes for after school clubs or to achieve an award. SAILING

Number of Participants 8-10yrs: 80 max per day 10+yrs: 120 max per day Age/Swimming Ability From 8 Years / 10 metres Ratio 1:10 Time Scale 2-3hrs

HOAC has a wide range of sailing dinghies with RS Teras for the younger Sailors and Picos for the older ones. It is a great way to have fun and learn new skills. This activity can be used as a one off taster session or to gain RYA awards over 6-8 sessions.

WINDSURFING

Number of Participants 48 max per day Age/Swimming Ability From 8 Years / 10 metres Ratio 1:8 Time Scale 2-3hrs

This is one of the most exhilarating water sports around. Modern boards and sails have revolutionised learning to windsurf. Taster sessions focus on having fun with board games on the water, followed by step- by-step tuition on our land-based simulator and then practising afloat. This activity can also be used to gain RYA or NSSA awards.

WOBBLE BOARDS

Number of Participants 880 max per day Age/Swimming Ability From 8 Years / 10 metres Ratio 1:10 Self Run Possibility No Time Scale 1-1.5hrs

This is a fun water session using inflatable SUP Boards. The group will experience a variety of exciting games and challenges whilst improving their balance and co-ordination.

STAND UP PADD BOARDING (SUP)

Number of Participants 80 Max per day Age/Swimming Ability From 8 Years / 10 metres Ratio 1:10 Self-Run Possibility No Time Scale 1-2hrs

An exciting water activity which is growing in popularity. As the skills are straight forward and easy to master and the group will progress quickly to touring, racing and games. A great activity for improving fitness and balance.