FAQ

At Viking Kayak Club, we've done our best to create a Web site that anticipates and satisfies our members’ and prospective members’ needs. With that goal in mind, we've compiled a list of frequently asked questions. If you do not find an answer to your question here, contact us at 0845 094 5783 or EMAIL.

I’m not sure but I want to have a go...
How do I start?
Contact Sam Jackson, the membership Secretary, she will put you in touch with one of our coaches who will get you onto the water. HERE

But I don’t have a boat or any equipment...
Can you loan me some?
We have boats and equipment for hire to non-members at very reasonable rates.  HERE

What about training...                
Do you run courses for beginners?
We run regular courses in the pool and on the river. HERE

I haven’t got the membership fee...
Are there any other ways to pay?
We offer standing order payment in quarterly instalments.  HERE

I want to try something more exciting...
what is available to the experienced paddler?
We organise frequent trips to white water and surfing venues in Wales, Scotland and the North of England. HERE

How safe is all this...
Don’t you have to have qualifications?
All our coaches are trained to BCU level and have the requisite qualifications, many of our club paddlers have also taken extra qualifications such as the CST and AFA exams (Canoe safety test & Aquatic first-Aid). All members are encouraged to take the exams. HERE