Recently I was re-introduced into Kayaking by a friend of mine called Zac. I had done it years before when I was in the Scouts on a river. I did both Kayaking and Canoeing, but preferred Canoeing. As when I did Kayaking all those years ago you where basically essentially forced to do things, which I never liked doing. I got my 1 star in Kayaking and my 2 star in Canoeing.

But now I found out there’s a Kayaking club at my local swimming pool. The first time I got in a boat I was a bit like well I kind of know what I’m doing but lets see. Needless to say my balance was off and I was really lacking skill, confidence and kept capsizing. Then when I went again I felt a bit more confident but still lacking skill and technique. Mostly to do with not being able to self-right, I try but I just can’t do it! Then I was ganged up on by Heather who capsized me, then we attempted to do a deep water rescue to which I fudged that one up fully. Was a major laugh but I don’t know if I’m quite ready for that yet!

Needless to say I think I will be joining the club. As it’s only £20 for the year and £3 a session rather than £5, plus you get taught skills and have fun!