Llandysul Paddlers
News - January-March 2009
Dear Member,
This is the Llandysul Paddlers Canoe Club and
Centre News letter for January, February and March 2009. Hopefully you will be
able to attend some of the events and activities listed below if you need any
additional information on any of the courses or events please have a look at
www.llandysul-paddlers.org.uk
or contact us on 01559363209.
Christmas Party: Many thanks to all of
you who could make it to the Christmas party it was a great evening with some
awards being presented so congratulations to: Sam Harrison (Most improved male
paddler), Emma Rooney (Most improved female paddler), Rhys Green (the John
Rowland’s special achievement award), Matt Broome (wipe out of the year) Cathy
Davies (Slalom Paddler of the year), Tyler Baldwin (freestyle paddler of the
year) and Gary Rushton (coach of the year).
Outdoor Kit
There is now a shop opposite the centre in Llandysul run by Alix so if you are
looking for some kayaking or outdoor kit then please call 01559363128 or email
info@outdoorkit4u.co.uk or have a
look at the website:
www.outdoorkit4u.co.uk
Membership: Membership runs from January
to January so it is now due please pick up a form from the centre or shop or use
the ones sent out.
Committee Meetings: Are held in the canoe
centre starting at 7pm. The dates for 2009 are Monday March 30, Monday 25th May,
Monday 27th July, Monday 28th September and Monday 30th November.
“Ren’s Henllan Falls head to head Classic”
Again this was a great event with large water levels, the winners were Joe
Thurgate (Men’s), Cathy Thurgate (Ladies), Mike Thomas (Jnr Men’s), Emma Rooney
(Jnr Ladies).
WCA & BCU Courses: Llandysul Paddlers
canoe centre runs a large amount of B.C.U coach and paddler development courses,
the head of coaching at the centre is Matt Blue so please contact Matt if you
would like additional information on any courses, the centre number is
01559363209. Further information is available from our website
www.llandysul-paddlers.org.uk. Some club members will be eligible for discounts
on courses.
WCA Community Coaches: West Wales has 2
Community coaches who are based at the centre in Llandysul. They are Nick Bates,
whose role is to develop women and girls paddling in the area, and Mike Maybury.
Mike’s remit is to mentor coaches in West Wales and support local clubs. Both
Nick and Mike will be at hand to assist on most of the training days. If you
would like to contact Nick about any of the training sessions then please call
01559363209 and Mike can be contacted on 07773770225.
DATES FOR YOUR DIARY 2009
Pool Lessons: Canoeing lessons in
Llandysul pool are held every Monday from 4pm until 5pm (Juniors Only) and also
from 7pm until 8pm for everyone. For further info and costs please contact the
pool on 01559362548. There is also a pool session in Aberaeron pool every
Wednesday for costs and times please contact the pool on 01545570871.
Saturday club day: This is a casual club
day where paddlers can get together and head off for a paddle, please meet at
10am at the centre.
Tuesday club day: Tuesday evenings 5.45pm
March 31st until October 20th
Slalom coaching and team information: For
further details please contact the coaches Sion Walker 07889919531 or Matt Blue
on 01559363209. For slalom events please have a look at
http://www.canoeslalom.co.uk
River Festival and Div 3/4 Slalom: August
20th until 23rd. Follow this link for further info or call in at the centre
http://www.llandysul-paddlers.org.uk/events/river_festival.htm
Llandysul Div 1 and 2: October 10th and
11th 2009. Follow this link for further info:
http://www.llandysul-paddlers.org.uk/events/div1_div2_slalom.htm
The Teifi Tour: October 24th and 25th
2009 Follow this link for further details or call in at the centre
http://www.llandysul-paddlers.org.uk/club/teifi_tour.htm
Ren's Henllan Falls Race & Christmas Party:
Saturday December 5th Follow this link for further information or call in
at the centre
http://www.llandysul-paddlers.org.uk/club/henllan.htm
The Liffey Descent (Ireland Trip):
September 4th until 6th 2009. For further info follow this link
http://www.llandysul-paddlers.org.uk/events/liffey_descent.htm or call in at
the centre.
The River Wye: Canoe and Kayak camping
weekends on the river Wye. 24th -26th July, 7th – 9th August, 25th – 27th
September. Follow this link for further information or call in at the centre
http://www.llandysul-paddlers.org.uk/events/river_wye.htm
Bala White Water: White water training
days in Bala. Saturday 4th April, Sunday 19th April, Sunday 31st May, Sunday
21st June, Sunday 16th August, Saturday 19th September. Only £7.50 per day for
club members follow this link
http://www.llandysul-paddlers.org.uk/events/bala_whitewater.htm or call in
at the centre for further information.
Sea Kayaking W/end: September 18th, 19th
and 20th. Fun filled weekend in Port Eynon youth hostel sea kayaking. For
further information follow this link
http://www.llandysul-paddlers.org.uk/events/gower_weekend.htm or call in at
the centre. Port Eynon youth hostel 08453719135.
Scotland: Monday 10th August until Sunday
16th August, White water paddling week in Scotland including 4 star and 5 star
training. Just follow this link:
http://www.llandysul-paddlers.org.uk/events/scotland_whitewater.htm
WCA / BCU Coaching Update: The dates set
for 2009 are not yet confirmed.
Club slalom Championships: The West Wales
club slalom championships are to be held in Llandysul on March 7th. Information
will follow shortly.
Club White Water Racing Championships:
The West Wales club White Water Racing championships are to be held in Llandysul
on March 8th. Information will follow shortly.
Last Minute
We have a Canoe 3 star training course with places
on 24th and 25th February
http://www.llandysul-paddlers.org.uk/courses/3_star_canoe_train.htm
We have a FSRT and 2 star course running on 23rd
24th 25th Feb
Raft level 1 Assessment Tuesday 3rd March
4 Star Inland Kayak Assessment 14th and 15th March
3 Star Inland Kayak Training Sunday 15th March
FSRT course Sunday 22nd March
2 Star Training Sunday 29th March
4 Star Canoe Training April 1st 2nd 3rd
WWSR Providers' Course May 8th and 9th
Full list of courses:
http://www.llandysul-paddlers.org.uk/courses/courses_summary.htm
