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Email Dennis for more information: dennis@theoutsideelement.co.uk

Ideal for anyone wanting to train for an adventure race . . .

Available for tuition as long as daylight allows

Call Dennis on: +44 (0)797 470 3129 & book now

One to one tuition at your leisure and at your level . . .

Kayaking & Canoeing, In & Around Bristol

The Outside Element offers the perfect opportunity for individuals, couples or small groups to have a go at kayaking or canoeing; a chance for you to do this at your leisure and at your level, outside on a river or inside in a pool. Whether you're thinking of buying your own craft, training for a triathlon or adventure race or simply "want to give it a go because it looks fun".

The Outside Element can tailor the session just for you.

Dennis in his kayak manoeuvring in the water
Dennis kyaking with two people on a river warming up
Dennis kyaking with two people on a river discussing their next lesson
Dennis in his kayak manoeuvring in the water
Dennis in his kayak manoeuvring in the water
Dennis kyaking on a river going against harsh white water
Dennis kyaking with two people on a river breaking in
Dennis kyaking with two people on a river breaking out
Dennis in his kayak manoeuvring in the water
Dennis kayaking looking at the water

"Try it paddles"

Try-it paddles are for those who have always wanted to give it a go, they typically last for 2 hours and are a great way to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

  • Great way to exercise, relax and de-stress
  • Try something new and different
  • See Bristol from a completely different perspective
  • Learn the basic skills needed to control a kayak
  • Develop confidence on the water
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Formal qualifications

Formal training is achieved through the British Canoe Union's "Star Award" system, this is a nationally recognised progressive, personal proficiency, scheme.

The awards run from entry level at 1 Star through to advanced at 5 Star:

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Moving Water Experiences

  • Learn to control the craft on gently flowing water
  • Have fun travelling along a gently flowing river with easily negotiable features
  • White Water training on Grade 1 & 2 Waters
  • If you'd like to develop your confidence and skills away from the public gaze, learn white water "survival" skills such as support strokes and the eskimo roll or practice deep water rescue techniques, we have access to the warm, friendly environment of a swimming pool in the centre of Bristol
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