Kayaking and Canoeing
These water sports are fun and exciting ways to get fit
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What is it?
Kayaking and canoeing are two different types of water sport, that involve rowing through water in small boats. Kayaking and canoeing are similar, but involve different types of boats and oars.
How do you do it?
Both kayaking and canoeing involve rowing through water in a boat. You can do it in an indoor swimming pool, or in a lake, river or sea. It can be difficult to master at first, and can be dangerous if you don’t know how to do it right, so it’s important to get lessons from a trained instructor when you start out. Keep in mind, that these can be quite expensive.
You can find more information on safety here.
Where can you do it?
You can do it In lakes, rivers and seas all over the country. You can find information about training courses here.
What do you need to take part?
- Swimwear or a wetsuit
- A life vest
- A kayak and paddles
Apart from swimwear, these should all be provided at your training course.
Who would it suit?
Kayaking is loads of fun and a chance for adventure, so if you’re looking to shake things up a bit, it’s perfect for you. It can be done outdoors, so is good for nature lovers, and can be quite relaxing.
What are the benefits?
- It can help maintain a healthy weight
- It can increase muscle strength
- It can increase the strength of your torso and legs
- It can be very peaceful so can reduce stress
- It’s a great way to get out into nature
