About This Event

Join us every Saturday from 8:45am to 10:30am at Selly Oak for our mixed abilities community paddling sessions on the water. Details Join us every Saturday from 8:45am–10:30am at Selly Oak for our community paddling sessions on the water. Whether you’re brand new to kayaking or just getting back into it, these fun and relaxed sessions are designed for all abilities. All equipment is provided and our team will be on hand to support you throughout, so just bring yourself, a sense of adventure, and clothes you don’t mind getting a little wet. Suitable for ages 6+ through to adults. Instructions 📋 Attendee Instructions We’re looking forward to welcoming you to South Birmingham Paddle Club! 📍 Location Whitehouse Wharf, Bristol Road, Selly Oak, Birmingham B29 6SR ⸻ ⏰ Arrival Please arrive on time so that we can get everyone signed in, fitted with equipment and briefed to start. ⸻ 🎒 What to bring Clothes you’re happy to get a little wet A change of clothes for afterwards Old trainers or water shoes (no flip flops) A bottle of water ⸻ 🛶 What’s provided Kayaks/bellboat, paddles, and buoyancy aids Basic instruction and on-water support All participants must wear a buoyancy aid (provided). ⸻ 🚻 Facilities Please arrive in suitable clothing. Waterproofs are not essential, though you may wish to bring a change of clothes. As we are based directly on the canal, there are no toilet or changing facilities on site. However, nearby parks and a Sainsbury’s are within walking distance if required. ⸻ 👥 Who can attend Suitable for ages 6+ through to adults All abilities welcome Children must be supervised by a parent/guardian where appropriate. ⸻ 🌦 Weather Sessions run in most weather conditions. If conditions are unsafe, we will contact you directly to rearrange or cancel.

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