Canoe Centre

Learn to Kayak - Sit On Top


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KISS - Keeping It Super Simple  

Sit-on-top kayaking is where most people begin.  This is where you get your first feel of the water and how to navigate it.  Taking our time, getting comfortable and moving at your own pace, you’re guaranteed to find happiness in the simplest of pleasures. 

Learning Outcomes: 

  • Safe entry and exit of the kayak 
  • Paddle forward and reverse 
  • Control of the kayak 
  • Reading the water 
  • Rescues 

Nothing complicated, we promise! you’ll settle into it quicker than you think, and all sessions are age appropriate. 

If this is your first time and have never paddled before, you will be introduced to calm water where we build confident paddlers on day one.  Practice makes better, so when you’re ready, we can introduce you to a little moving water for some extra fun. 

It’s Guided Paddling 

  • Easy journeys 
  • Supportive and inspiring environment 
  • Holistic approach both on and off the water 

Key information 

  • It’s on us, so tea and coffee are complementary 
  • FREE access to our Riverbank Sauna to recalibrate after your session 
  • Hot showers 
  • On-site parking 
  • All gear provided 
  • On the beautiful banks of the River Liffey, we are ideally located just off the M50 

Come for the experience, stay for the connection… 

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