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Llandysul Paddlers
News - October-December 2007
Dear Member,
Please find enclosed a copy of the newsletter for October,
November and December.
This is just a short news letter as it is late coming out this
is due to us all being so busy at the centre over the past few months just to
recap here are a few things that have happened:
France 2007: In August 40 members headed to the south of
France for our usual training camp, it was another great trip with some
impressive paddling, photos will be on the website as soon as possible.
Congratulations to the 25 paddlers who gained 1,2 3, or 4 star awards. Click for
PICTURES OF THE TRIP
Llandysul River and Walking festival: In August 100
people took part in our four day river festival, everyone had a great time on or
in the water. During the event we also organised river swims, adventure walks,
pool sessions, climbing and abseiling. Food was provided and we also ran a
slalom competition so you can see how big the event was. Massive thanks to the
30 or so volunteers who helped out at the event.
Division 1 and 2 slalom: With almost 200 competitors this
years slalom event was again a great success with low water levels everyone had
to work hard to get fast times, many thanks to all of you who helped out this
weekend.
Austria: 4 of our club members competed in Austria at an
international, almost all of our paddlers could have paddled in the u14’s cadet
race but chose to compete in the more competitive under 18’s race, the
competitors were Gwawr Evans, Ciaran Lee Edwards, Steffan Walker, Owain Evans.
Outdoor Kit 4 U: There is now a shop opposite the centre
in Llandysul run by Alix and Suzanna 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
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.
Information: For information on the club or centre please
contact the centre on 01559363209 or Gareth Bryant on 07900570440. Website
www.llandysul-paddlers.org.uk
Many Thanks
GARETH BRYANT
01559363209 or 07900 570440
OCTOBER, NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER 2007
SLALOM DEVELOPMENT TRAINING
These sessions are aimed at those who are interested in
developing their slalom skills.
Tuesday evenings 5pm until 6pm
Thursday evenings 6pm until 7pm
Coach details: Sion Walker 07889919531
Tuesday club Nights 6pm until 7.30pm
For slalom events please have a look at
http://www.canoeslalom.co.uk/info/precision.htm
Some of the next races for slalom paddlers are:
October 20th and 21st Llangollen Prem
and division 1 race.
October 27th and 28th Llangollen Prem
and british open.
WHITE WATER TRAINING DAYS
These sessions are for the intermediate or advanced paddlers and
will be run on the Tryweryn in North Wales or other similar grade 3 and 4 rivers
you can use slalom or plastic boats.
Sunday November 11th 8am until 6pm (£5
for transport + Water fees)
Intro to white water weekend in
Llandysul
December 8th and 9th and 16th £50 course
half price to club members for more info please have a look at
www.llandysul-paddlers.org.uk under courses.
Also every Saturday in November, December, January, February,
March, April, will be a 10am club day. This day will cost £5 each a decision
will be made in the morning as to which river we will paddle.
*Sat 24th Nov will be moved to a Sunday
session on the 25th (rens Race)
*Sat 22nd December and 5th, 12th, 19th,
January No sessions too Cold!
FAMILY PADDLING OR FLAT WATER TASTER DAYS
These sessions are for those who wish to develop kayaking skills
on flat water or small rapids these days are open to all members.
Every Saturday in November, December, January, February, March,
April, will be a 10am club day. This day will cost £5 each a decision will be
made in the morning as to which river we will paddle.
*Sat 24th Nov will be moved to a Sunday
session on the 25th (rens Race)
*Sat 22nd December and 5th, 12th, 19th,
January No sessions too Cold!
OUTDOOR MULTI ACTIVITY DAYS
These days are a chance to try new activities in the outdoors.
Sunday November 18th Indoor climbing 9am
until 5pm (£10)
EVENTS
Teifi Tour: This years tour looks like being the biggest
yet with 400 paddlers expected on the water each day, the mega bash party and
pool games in the evening are also going to have fire walking this year. We are
still in need of help for this event so please let me know if you are about on
the 27th and 28th October.
For more info please have a look at
www.llandysul-paddlers.org.uk
"Ren’s Henllan Falls head to head
Classic" will be run on Sunday this year November 25th 2007. This event is
in memory of one of our ex workers, coach and friend Ren who tragically lost his
life on the Gower in May 2005. Bookings for the event and race rules will be
sorted out in the canoe centre at 10am on the 25th. Last years winners were
Gareth Bryant (Mens), Gemma Sims (Ladies), David Warren (Jnr Mens), Cathy
Thurgate (Jnr Ladies). Please bring with you £5 for a curry after the event, you
will also need to bring a smile and happy memories.
Friday December 7th 2007 LLANDYSUL
PADDLERS CHRISTMAS PARTY
This years Christmas party will be held in the Canoe centre. It
will be a buffet meal and will start at 7pm. Everyone is welcome and there will
be paddler awards and prizes. The cost of the party will be £3 each. The centre
is available to all paddlers who would like to stay the night and have a paddle
in the morning
CLUB DAY - Saturday November 17th
After the success of our last club day we have organised another
one on Saturday November 17th. It is a bit of a get together in the centre for
all those that can make it, the idea of the club day is to meet at 10am in the
morning and give our centre and river a bit of tender loving care. Hopefully we
will have a bit of fun painting, repairing boats, making new slalom gates and
cleaning the river banks. After all this hard work we will have a paddle then
off the water for a pizza and relaxing evening in our new clean looking club
house (sounds nice doesn’t it!) If you can make it please come with lots of
energy, old clothes, a paint brush and if you are in the D I Y trade your tools.
W.C.A COMMUNITY COACHES
West Wales has 2 Community coaches who are based at the centre
in Llandysul they are Gemma Sims whose role is to develop women and girls
paddling in the area and Dave Newport.
Dave’s remit is to mentor coaches in West Wales and support
local clubs.
Both Gemma and Dave will be at hand to assist on most of the
training days if you would like to contact Gemma about any of the training
sessions then please call 07786362719 and Dave can be contacted on 01559363209.
SEA KAYAKING 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
Gemma so please contact Gemma 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; unfortunately we
cannot offer everyone a discount. To be eligible for discounts on the star test,
intro to White Water or Sea courses you must be a member of Llandysul Paddlers
Canoe Club (50% discount) to be eligible for a discount on the coach development
course level 1-5 or WWSR courses you must be an active local coach who assists
on club nights and other development days.
Sunday December 1st 2007 BCU Aquatic First Aid Course
This 8-hour course provides basic knowledge and skills required
to render First Aid. The award is valid for 3 years and is a recognised
qualification for the BCU Coaching awards. The course is being run from
Llandysul Paddlers canoe centre in Llandysul. The course will start at 9.30am
and will be finished by 5.30pm, there are 8 places available and will cost £40.
This will cover all registration and certificate fees. To book on the course
have a look on the website or contact Gareth.
December 8th and 9th 2007 Intro to W/W Course
An introduction to white water weekend: This weekend is being
run by the centre and is advertised for £50 for the weekend but is available to
members for only £25. The places are limited so please book early. The main aim
of the weekend is to develop paddler’s white water skills.
As many of you know we are having a few problems with access on
the rivers please log your support on:
http://petitionthem.com/default.asp?sect=detail&pet=2856
Many Thanks
GARETH BRYANT
01559363209 or 07900 570440
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