Imagine the thrill of canoeing Canadian Style, through one of the most beautiful and unspoilt rivers in the country in confidence, comfort and safety. The river teems with wildlife and winds through the county, offering to a magnificent opportunity to experience England's natural beauty. You will be given tuition before setting off and you will stop off for a pub lunch to refuel before getting back on the water to continue down the river. But don't worry about the return journey as you will travel by a steam train where you can relax and take in the beautiful countryside.

In the South and South West of Britain you will find some of the most idyllic rivers in the country, from the beautiful River Wye on the Welsh border, to the historic River Avon and the Beaulieu River nature reserve. This experience allows you to slowly paddle along these meandering waterways while you enjoy the surroundings. There's something calming about propelling a craft down rivers. If you want more testing water then there's sections of faster water on some stretches. This is much more than a 'guided tour' and instructors are always encouraging development of kayaking and canoeing techniques throughout your trip. Your experience will begin with you being kitted out in a waterproof top, helmet and life jacket. Then you will go through some basic paddling techniques and safety procedures so you know what to do once you're in the water. Don't worry, your instructor will always be close at hand to coach and will help you back into your boat if you fall in the water.

Raft building has to be one of the ultimate quick thinking and team building experiences out there. You'll have to work together and create a raft, against the clock, that won't fall apart on the water, otherwise you'll be getting very wet! The experience will begin with a safety briefing and talk about the challenge that lays ahead. Then you will have a set amount of time to build a raft that can tackle a course set out by the instructors. The winners are the ones that don't sink.

Paddle your kayak down the river or across the sea depending on location, enjoying the thrill of powering yourself through the waves with views only available from the water. Whether river or sea, they both have their own challenges that will test you to the limit. The river is an ideal location for both complete beginners and those with some experience, however if you feel you have the confidence to take on the powerful waves of the sea, then the coast of Pembrokeshire will provide the thrills you need. This experience is the ideal way to learn about this fantastic sport. Your experience will start with an introduction from you guide. Your guide will make sure you learn quickly and safely before leading you out to the water. Flat water, white-water and surf are all options so whatever your ability you are bound to get the most out of this exciting experience.

The British Canoe Union's 1 star award is designed to be the first step in becoming a paddler. You'll be learning the personal paddle stokes needed to control the kayak through the water, the safety aspects of kayaking with others including capsize procedures and the theory behind the sport. Don't worry if this sounds a bit daunting, the course can be taken without any prior experience. During the course you will gain all the relevant skills and theory needed for the assessment such as: safety awareness, equipment selection, launching and recovering, steering and controlling, kayaking theory, capsize drills and using spray decks.

Around Britain you will find some of the most idyllic rivers in the country, from the beautiful River Wye in Wales, to the historic River Avon. This experience allows you to slowly paddle along these meandering water ways while you enjoy the surroundings. There's something calming about propelling a craft down rivers. If you want more testing water then there's plenty of faster moving areas on the river. On this 'guided tour' instructors are always encouraging development of kayaking and canoeing techniques throughout your trip. Your experience will begin with you being kitted out in a wetsuit and life jacket and choosing whether you want to canoe or kayak. Then you will go through some basic paddling techniques so you know what to once you're in the water. Don't worry, your instructor will always be close at hand to coach and will help you back into your boat if you fall in the water.

Paddle your kayak down the river, across the sea or over a lake, enjoying the thrill of powering yourself through the waves with views only available from the water. The action takes place on either a river, on a lake or on the coast. All have their own challenges that will test you to the limit. The river and lake are ideal locations for both complete beginners and those with some experience, however if you feel you have the confidence to take on the powerful waves of the sea, then the coast will provide the thrills you need. This experience is the ideal way to learn about this fantastic sport. Your experience will start with an introduction from your guide. Your guide will make sure you learn quickly and safely before leading you out to the water. Flat water, white-water and surf are all options so whatever your ability you are bound to get the most out of this exciting experience.

This is a great way for kids to try out one of the fastest growing water sports and get to grips with paddling. With this experience you will get the opportunity to paddle either an open canoe or a kayak across the water. There is such a thrill in powering yourself along with a paddle in your hands. The kayaks and canoes used are very stable and designed for tuition so you are unlikely to fall out unless you try very hard! From this full day session you will be able to take on this sport in a more indepth way and if you really enjoy it, help you to progress on to BCU star awards. Following registration you will meet your instructor who will fit you with your equipment, including buoyancy aid, boat and paddle (spray decks are available for experienced paddlers). There will then be a full safety briefing and explanation in the use of the equipment before going onto the water. Then it is time to take to the water. You may also play some games to test your new skills.

With this experience you will get the opportunity to paddle both an open canoe and a kayak across the water. There is such a thrill in powering yourself along with a paddle in your hands. The kayaks and canoes used are very stable and designed for tuition so you are unlikely to fall out unless you try very hard! From this full day session you will be able to take on this sport in a more indepth way and if you really enjoy it, help you to progress on to BCU star awards. Following registration you will meet your instructor who will fit you with your equipment, including buoyancy aid, boat and paddle (spray decks are available for experienced paddlers). There will then be a full safety briefing and explanation in the use of the equipment before going onto the water. Then it is time to take to the water. You may also play some games to test your new skills.

With this experience you will get the opportunity to paddle either an open canoe or a kayak across the water, at some locations you will get to try both. There is such a thrill in powering yourself along with a paddle in your hands. The kayaks and canoes used are very stable and designed for tuition so you are unlikely to fall out unless you try very hard! From this half day session you will be able to take on this sport in a more indepth way and if you really enjoy it, help you to progress on to BCU star awards. Following registration you will meet your instructor who will fit you with your equipment, including buoyancy aid, boat and paddle (spray decks are available for experienced paddlers). There will then be a full safety briefing and explanation in the use of the equipment before going onto the water. Then it is time to take to the water. You may also play some games to test your new skills.

Imagine the thrill of canoeing Canadian Style, through one of the most beautiful and unspoilt rivers in the country in confidence, comfort and safety. The river teems with wildlife and winds through the county, offering to a magnificent opportunity to experience England's natural beauty. You will be given tuition before setting off and you will stop off for a pub lunch to refuel before getting back on the water to continue down the river. But don't worry about the return journey as you will travel by a steam train where you can relax and take in the beautiful countryside.

The British Canoe Union's 1-star award is designed to be the first step in becoming a paddler. You'll be learning the personal paddle stokes needed to control a kayak through the water, the safety aspects of kayaking, capsize procedures and the theory behind the sport. Don't worry if this sounds a bit daunting, the course can be taken without any prior experience and is a lot of fun. During the course you will gain all the relevant skills and theory needed for the assessment such as: safety awareness, equipment selection, launching and recovering, steering and controlling, kayaking theory, capsize drills and using spray decks.