Canoeing is a beautiful, elegant way of exploring the water and enjoying the wildlife and scenery. Keswick Mountain Adventures, based in the northern Lake District have access to some of the most beautiful lakes and scenic white water in the UK. With our fleet of new Prospector canoes and our highly qualified and experienced coaches we are sure you will enjoy this most graceful of watersports.  Introduction to Canoeing
A full day spent on a beautiful local lake during which you will learn about canoes and equipment, paddling skills, water safety and much more. We will teach you canoe handling skills as part of a tandem crew along with the principles required to paddle safely as part of a supervised group. This course is ideal for families as well as adults - Keswick Mountain Adventures’ instructors have years of experience in teaching canoeing to all ages, and this is the watersport that can truly be enjoyed by all. At the end of this course you should have the necessary skills and confidence to be able to paddle a canoe under your own steam. Solo Canoe PaddlingOur expert canoe coaches will teach you the advanced paddling skills and techniques to paddle a canoe solo. During the day you will refine your skills and learn the strokes necessary to be able to control the boat alone. Advice on canoeing equipment and water safety, a whole load of top tips as well as information on the historical aspects of canoeing, boat design, environmental issues and much more will ensure you leave us with a mind full of information and the practical skills to paddle a canoe solo. A very full and practical day on the water. No previous experience is necessary.  Open Canoe Introduction to White Water
For capable solo or tandem flat water paddlers who want to develop their boat-handling skills on white water. Under the expert guidance of our experienced coaches you’ll cover strategies for running white water and shooting rapids safely. Keswick Mountain Adventures will teach you about reading the water, developing your strategy and refining your skills to enable you to negotiate rapids in an action packed day.
Guided Canoe JourneysKeswick Mountain Adventures can guide you on some of the most spectacularly scenic canoe trips in the Lake District. If you wish to see the mountains and valleys, forests and farmland from a new perspective then this is for you. Placid lakes and tranquil rivers provide excellent tripping opportunities during which you can explore the hidden side of the Lakes. Your Keswick Mountain Adventures canoe guide will always be on hand to ensure your safe enjoyment of what will prove to be a very memorable day. Canoe Skills training and assessment1, 2 and 3 star canoe training and assessment courses can be arranged on request.
How about a day canoeing without a paddle? Keswick Mountain Adventures run courses on paddle free propulsion; gunwale bobbing, canoe sailing rigs, poling and lining. This is a fun day filled with great tips and useful advice.
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