Kayaking

Advantages of CPA LATHUS

. a grade III river
. activity available for children, from 8 years old
. accessible to people with reduced mobility, with adapted equipment
. accessible to participants with other disabilities (hearing, vision and learning)
. equipped with disabled access ramp and drying racks
. regular kayaking competitions

Kayaking at CPA Lathus

Activity Supervisor  : Philippe NIQUET - BEES 2nd level Kayaking - Contact

Practical details :

• Minimum half-day sessions organised with an instructor
• Individual rates for half-day sessions : 20 € for over 16s, 15 euros € for under 16s - Group rates available for 8 or more people.
• Equipment provided : helmet, kayak paddle, spray skirt, kayak and lifejacket
• Closed toe footwear only. No sandals or flip flops.
• Different courses and locations available to suit participants’ abilities and the aims of the activity.

Boats : we use 1 person kayaks, tandems, and hotdog (inflatable) kayaks.

Learning aims :

• discover the basic manoeuvres
• how to steer
• how to keep your balance, propel, and move through the water
• how to maintain control of the boat within a defined area
• general safety and awareness, how to choose your trajectory
• deciding on the right manoeuvres before executing them
• enjoy the thrills of navigating along the river
• explore the environment