Kayaking pool session

Kayaking Pool Session at Brentford Fountain Leisure Centre. Please read full post.

The pool sessions are a fantastic way to practice kayaking in a warm and clean environment. Everyone is welcome to join us Thursdays from October to April. A few spaces are available each week for non-members. Poolside 7:45 for boat collection and set up. In the water from 8-9pm and we usually go for a drink afterwards. Come to try kayaking for the first time or, for more experienced paddlers, practice different strokes, edging, bracing, rescues, rolls etc. If this is your first time, it would be helpful to message the organiser to let them know if you have any previous experience and what you hope to get from the session.

We provide the following gear: boat, paddle and helmet. Wear a swimsuit and shorts/leggings/T-shirt/rash vest as appropriate. For rolling and some rescue practice, you will need your own neoprene spray deck, and nose clip & goggles are recommended. Tell reception that you are there for the kayak session. They will let you through and someone should be poolside to greet you. There are lockers in the changing rooms which need a £1 coin. First-timers, don’t hesitate to message me with any questions.
Rules:
A. Handle boats with care to avoid damage to pool surface
B. No seal launches to avoid damage to pool surface
C. Boat entry & exit via shallow end of pool only
D. Helmets must be worn by all participants on the water
E. No free swimming whilst boats are on the water