Evening taster session planned for young kayakers

Following on from the success of last year's initative, Llangollen Canoe Club is again teaming up with North Wales Slalom to introduce more youngsters into the sport as part of the 2023 North Wales Slalom Programme.

On Thursday May 25, from 6:30 - 8:30pm, they will host an evening for young people aged between 10 and 16 to come along and try out slalom kayaking on the River Dee Course at Mile End Mill/TNR.

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In a Facebook post the organisers say: "Once more, we’re looking to develop a young group who can begin and continue to train with expert tuition alongside a team of top slalom coaches and form an active part of the North Wales Slalom team who will then go on to compete in local, national and potentially, international events and competitions.

"This initiative would suit youngsters who are already comfortable and confident around water and ideally have already had experience with some form of kayaking and paddle sports, although all are welcome to attend and take part to see if this sport ‘floats their boat’.

"All equipment, including slalom kayaks, paddles, helmets, buoyancy aids and cags will be provided and the young person will be able to take part in the slalom course ‘taster’ evening session.

"On this first evening, we will begin at 6:30pm with a short presentation from Jonathan Davis, Canoe Wales Talent Pathway Officer, explaining more on the sport of Slalom Kayaking and how he and his team will look to develop and train this new group, working on their paddling skills and all elements of the sport should they choose to start out on this path to becoming young Slalom athletes.

"If you would like to attend this free event and book a space for your potential paddling star(s) of the future then send an email to jonathan.davis@canoewales.com to reserve your space so we have a good idea of expected numbers.

"This event is open to club members and non-club members alike and we look forward to welcoming many young people and their families to the evening."