Kayaking
Kayaking is the use of a kayak for moving across the water. A kayak is a low to the water canoe like boat in which the paddler sits facing forward, legs in front, using a double bladed paddle to pull front to back on one side and then the other in rotation.
- See Also:
- Canoeing
An Overview of Kayaking
Canoes and kayaks vary greatly in design, shape and size dependent on the type of canoeing, the type of water and the size of craft suitable for you. But if you are new to the sport don't worry about this level of detail, the best thing to do is go along to a local club or centre, or try one of the starter sessions and you'll learn about the various styles of canoes and kayak out on your session.
National Governing Bodies
British Canoeing
- Contact Name
- British Canoeing
- Contact Email
- info@britishcanoeing.org.uk
- Contact Telephone
- 0845 370 9500
Glasgow Kayak Club
Glasgow Kayak Club is a recreational kayaking club encouraging all forms of paddling in Glasgow. Based out of Pinkston Watersports in the summer months, Glasgow Kayak Club’s members range from complete beginners to accomplished sea paddlers and river ru
Firhill Youth Project and Community Sports Hub
We are the focal point for the local community with an interest in supporting the health and development of local children and young people. We are also a Community Sports Hub and work with a variety of partners for the benefit of the local community.