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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