Kayaks at Saundersfoot | ||
We have a thriving kayak section in the club and are always looking for ways to attract anyone with a kayak to join in.
The club can offer very competitive storage along with membership to the sailing club
Access to the changing rooms and toilets
Group tours and trips around the amazing Pembrokshire coast
Training sessions
Night paddles
Please contact the club for more information.about becoming a member
Full member £ 30
Junior member £ 15
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General Safety | ||
As with all recreational activities safety is paramount, so always use common sense as a guide.
Here are a few pointers:
Never exceed the weight capacity of your kayak, which includes your equipment and yourself. Weight capacities stated are for calm waters only.
Wear your life jacket (PFD). Wearing your lifejacket will help keep your head above water and add insulation to your body, keeping you warmer in cold water.
Tell someone your paddle plan, where you are going, and when you ex...
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Self Rescue Technique | ||
Having bought your kayak, wetsuit and PFD, you'll be keen to get out, but there is one very important technique you need to practice before paddling out to sea, the Self Rescue.
Ideally on a warm day with a calm sea, or a sheltered bay. With another paddler on hand or a person on shore watching your progress, position your kayak so that you are just out of your depth and jump into the sea, cold isn't it!
Swim alongside your kayak and position yourself at the mid point of the cockpi...
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