National White Water Centre Conditions of Use

Please read this declaration. Be sure that you fully understand and agree to abide by the declaration before you sign. (Please ask for clarification of any points that you find unclear before signing.)

Any individual not sufficiently experienced to paddle on the Tryweryn without a coach must ask their coach to sign them in using the Coaches’ Signing-in Book.

 In signing this document I acknowledge that I have read the Water Information Board, understand the level of the flow and difficulty of the River Tryweryn and I confirm that I am sufficiently experienced to paddle in this environment.

 I understand that there are assumed risks with all activities on the River Tryweryn including kayaking, canoeing and all associated activities. I accept that risk.

 I have read and agree to abide by these Conditions of Use when on the River Tryweryn.

 I understand that the River Tryweryn below the NWWC does not benefit from inspections for hazards or the automatic removal of any hazards that come to light.

 I am sufficiently experienced and equipped to use such a river.

 I do not knowingly suffer from any medical condition which might render me unfit to paddle on or use the River Tryweryn.

 I understand that the National White Water Centre is unable to accept any liability in respect of loss or damage to property however caused, at the National White Water Centre.

 Access and egress for the lower river are from the Canolfan Tryweryn site and the fire station car park in Bala only. Please do not access or egress at any other point on the river.

 The Centre Staff reserve the right to refuse participation to anyone considered to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

 Canoe Wales (CW) and the NWWC recognise the need to ensure the welfare and safety of all young people in Paddlesport. Whilst taking part in an activity, participants may be photographed by CW, the NWWC, or our approved agents. These images may be used for promotion of the Paddlesport by CW. In the event that you do not consent to the above statement please request and complete a non-consent of image use form.

 All persons signing will have Canoe Wales day membership except for current UK Paddlesport Governing Body members.

 I understand that by using the paddler shuttle service, I must adhere to the Paddler Shuttle Terms and Conditions, please ask for a copy of these from reception.

ALL individuals OVER 18 must sign-in personally before getting on the water. Third parties may not sign-in on their behalf.

ALL individuals UNDER 18 must be signed-in by a parent or guardian or by an adult acting on the authority of the parent or guardian.