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Regular Wednesday session.
Looks like we may only have one experienced coach this week, so the number of paddlers will be capped at nine initially. If any experienced paddlers are available, this number may be extended.
To help judge the level of supervision required, could everyone please summarise their level of experience when signing up.
“What would be your ideal trip?” Laura: WALES IF IT'S THE LAST THING I DO!
DUCC has paddled England, paddled Scotland; now it’s time for Wales!
We are hoping for a 4-day long trip between the 7th and 10th where the accommodation will either be a scout hut or camping depending on the numbers/timings. The pricing estimate will be confirmed after we know more.
This trip is mainly focused on touring or moving water rivers/lakes (and the river levels) so all are welcome!
NOTE: This trip hasn’t occurred before so please understand that the details aren't concrete (accommodation/pricing etc). Numbers are limited to the 'worst-case scenario' for cars - there may be more spaces if we get TD cars.
This session is aimed to help de-stress after a week of revision. Having said that, there will be many people going who have not done any revision this week. But if you are still hard at work with exams, be sure this is the right paddle for you!
It will be a nice and chill paddle to catch up and unwind.
Please bring normal paddling kit.
This session is for reasonably competent paddlers as we will be doing a small trip down the river. Message Nick Case if you are not sure if you qualify.
The boathouse if full of stuff! Some of it useful some of it not so.
As a result we are going to do a boathouse clearout on Friday where we clear out the whole thing!
Feel free to come along and pop in at any time to help out. It should be fun with good music and vibes.
We are also going to have a BBQ for lunch with all the essential BBQ food. If you want to come to this event let us know by adding a message to your sign up with the rough time you will be around. If you want to be part of the BBQ then please also let us know so we know how much food to buy (Also tell us if your veggie).
It would be good if you could bring a bit of change for the BBQ which should cost £3-5 max per person.
If you are unsure of anything message Nick Case
You know the drill by now 8am boathouse, please don’t swim
Will update this to a proper thing when I get home but doing this on my phone currently
We want to re-start a tradition of training with the Tees tigers which are a local club who use proper polo pitches!!!
There are two pitches so it is likely we will have a begginer session running on one and a more advanced session on the other. Therfore it doesn't matter what ability level you are it would be great to see you there.
This is a really good opportunity to get into polo as the Tees tigers have some really good facilities and coaches!
As with other sessions wear normally paddling gear that you don't mind getting damp.
Meet at MC boathouse. The pitches are in Stockton about a 35min drive away. As a result there is a small cost of approximately £4 per person (exact price tbc)
Arrive at 17:00 to load boats and we should be back by 8:45 (When we do this again it will likely be quicker)
If you have any questions message Nick Case
Our regular Wednesday session!
Hopefully everyone has finished exams by now.
Open to beginners as it's a chill couple hours on the Wear. We might try out a few of the crafts that get less use in the boat house.
Please bring suitable paddling gear especially if it's cold!
This is a session aimed for anyone who is interested in polo. Even if you have never done it before we would highly recommend you give it a go!
We will do a range of things such as basic polo skills like passing and catching and then likely move into some fun game scenario drills.
As long as you can paddle in a straight line and are happy with a spray deck then this is the session for you!
Wear appropriate paddling gear that you don't mind getting a bit damp
Message Nick Case if you are unsure
We really want as many people as possible to have rescue skills at the club so it is not just the job of leaders to rescue others.
As a result Martin and Nick are running a mini FSRT . This is based on a British Canoeing 1 day course 'Foundation Safety and Rescue Training'.
We will be covering things like how to empty a canoe from a kayak, how to rescue an unconscious paddler and throwline skills.
This is a good session for people that are comfortable in a kayak and have an interest in potentially helping out with sessions in the future. Expect to get wet as we will be jumping in so pack spare clothes (It should be really good fun)!
It is important to note that this is not an official FSRT course but provides a taster for the official course. To this end we are working on running an actual FSRT course as well so expect to hear about this soon.
If you have any questions such as if you are unsure if this is the session for you message Nick Case
Monday Morning Fitness
The session will be run from 8am-9am ish and will be fairly short and sharp.
Bring appropriate kayaking kit as always and maybe a water bottle as the weather gets warmer...
We will likely do some interval training. This is a great session to get faster and fitter and is appropriate for intermediate to advanced DUCC paddlers.
Bring spare clothes if its cold!
This session is aimed to help de-stress after a week of revision. Although, if you are one of the lucky ones who finished your exams last week you are still welcome!
It will be a nice and chill paddle to catch up and unwind.
Please bring normal paddling kit.
This session is for reasonably competent paddlers as we will be doing a small trip down the river. Message Nick Case if you are not sure if you qualify.
We're going to the Barrage!
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Note: More spaces may become available if we get more cars/drivers.
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The Tees Barrage is open on Saturday, and we're going along.
11am at the boathouse, for the 12.30pm 2 hour session. We should be all back in Durham by 4pm.
Tees Barrage is not a difficult course. But it shouldn't be your first go on whitewater, so don't signup if you're brand new. Previous river experience is required here - if you've been on any of the trips this year or previously, you should be okay. Remember to bring spare clothes, food, and a towel.
The price of this session is £15, plus fuel costs.
https://tbiwwc.com/whitewaterpaddling/
Expect a group chat to appear Friday morning with instructions once you've signed up.
Our regular Wednesday session!
Some people will come to celebrate finishing exams, and others hopefully can come for a well-deserved break after long weeks of revision.
Open to beginners as it's just a chill couple of hours on the River Wear with a few drills and games thrown in
There are only 16 slots available at the moment, but more may be added later!
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Please bring a fleece to wear on the water, spare shoes, plenty of spare clothes and a towel.
Sarah's new and improved Monday Morning Fitness!
After a brief hiatus due to some severe sleep deprivation on my part, morning fitness is back baby!!! And at
the new and improved time of 8-9 so there’s no more waking up at the crack of
dawn. See you all there!
Meet at the boathouse for 8am, off the water by 9am. Sometimes these will be super intense sprint sessions, other times it will be chill skills-based workouts. Each Monday brings a new plan and a new start. Bring gear that will keep you warm! And DEFINITELY bring spare clothes and a towel.
This session is aimed to help de-stress after a week of revision. It will be a nice and chill paddle to catch up and unwind.
Please bring normal paddling kit.
This session is for reasonably competent paddlers as we will be doing a small trip down the river. Message Nick Case if you are not sure if you qualify.
Our regular Wednesday session!
This is during exam time so it should be a good break from work if you can make it.
Open to beginners as it's just a chill couple of hours on the River Wear with a few drills and games thrown in
There are only 8 slots available at the moment, but more may be added later!
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Please bring a fleece to wear on the water, spare shoes, plenty of spare clothes and a towel.
Our usual Wednesday session!
During exam time so should be a good break from work
Open to beginners as it's just a chill couple of hours on the River Wear with a few drills and games thrown in
There are only 8 slots avalible at the moment but may be more later!
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Please bring a fleece to wear on the water, spare shoes, plenty of spare clothes and a towel.
Exams have begun but that doesn't mean paddling should stop! Beat the exam blues with a refreshing morning session. READ THE BELOW NOTICE.
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NOTICE: Although it will be slightly warmer than last term, swimming at 7:30am is still pretty miserable so make you're confident paddling in a straight line before signing up. Any questions ask Sarah/Martin
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Meet at the boathouse for 7.15am, off the water and dry-ish by 8.30am. Sometimes these will be super intense sprint sessions, other times it will be chill skills based workouts. No, I don't have a season plan for this. Bring gear that will keep you warm! And DEFINITELY bring spare clothes and a towel.
Small number of places for this session at post, but if more leaders are present this will change. If you're for some reason desperate to be out of bed super early on a Monday morning, keep an eye on this page.
Change of time due to the rowing race. Now
starts 6:20p.m.
The next instalment of the Sunday De-stress Paddle!
This session is aimed to help de-stress after a week of revision. It will be a nice and chill paddle to catch up and unwind.
Please bring normal paddling kit.
This session is for reasonably competent paddlers as we be doing a mini trip, message Nick Case if you are not sure this is you.
We're back and grumpier than ever! READ THE BELOW NOTICE.
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NOTICE: Although it will be slightly warmer than last term, swimming at 7:30am is still pretty miserable so make you're confident paddling in a straight line before signing up. Any questions ask Sarah/Martin
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Last one before exams! Meet at the boathouse for 7.15am, off the water and dry-ish by 8.30am. Sometimes these will be super intense sprint sessions, other times it will be chill skills based workouts. No, I don't have a season plan for this. Bring gear that will keep you warm! And DEFINITELY bring spare clothes and a towel.
Small number of places for this session at post, but if more leaders are present this will change. If you're for some reason desperate to be out of bed super early on a Friday morning, keep an eye on this page.
Our usual Wednesday session!
It is the last Wednesday before exam season 'officially starts' so feel free to come down to MC for a nice, gentle and carefree paddle!
Open to beginners as it's just a chill couple of hours on the River Wear with a few drills and games thrown in
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Please bring a fleece to wear on the water, spare shoes, plenty of spare clothes and a towel.
If you have any queries, please contact Charlotte or Sarah. We hope to see you there!