FAQ (Putney Bridge Canoe Club)

FAQ

What is the difference between canoeing and kayaking?

Canoes are generally paddled with a single blade paddle, whereas kayaks are paddled with a double-bladed paddle. Canoes are noramlly paddled by kneeling, although many people sit as it is more comfortable at first. PBCC has mainly kayaks and only 2 canoes. Confusingly we are a canoe club but most of the time use kayaks.

What kind of kayaking do you do?
Putney Bridge Canoe Club paddles mainly on the Thames, white water rivers and surf, and some members also sea-kayak. We are a club with approximately 80 members of all ranges of ability and aged 18-65. We do accept members under 18 but they have to join with a parent or guardian.

The club paddles all year round on the Thames, normally on Thursday for newcomers. The essential pool sessions are held weekly on a Saturday morning.

What facilities do you have?
The club has a selection of kayaks for use by members: - general purpose ones for the Thames, white water river boats, sea kayaks and 2 canoes. These are within easy access of the Thames. The club also has a full set of paddles, spraydecks, buoyancy aids and safety equipment, as well as kayaks for practising in the Lily Road pool sessions.

Can I try paddling before joining?
Those new to kayaking need to come to a couple of pool sessions first. This is go through the capsize drills and safety procedures in a secure environment. You do not need to be a member to attend any of the pool sessions.
However we will ask you to join the club after you have paddled on the Thames a couple of times.

Do I need my own kayak to join?
No you won't need one to start with. Although most people interested enough will want to own their own kayak. The club has a variety of kayaks you can try; from 2.5m white water boats to 5m sea kayaks. Its useful to try as many as possible before buying your own kayak. Kayaks are provided at the pool and for paddling on the Thames, and can be hired by members for trips away from London.

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Putney Bridge Canoe Club

FAQ

What is the difference between canoeing and kayaking?

What facilities do you have?

Can I try paddling before joining?Those new to kayaking need to come to a couple of pool sessions first. This is go through the capsize drills and safety procedures in a secure environment. You do not need to be a member to attend any of the pool sessions.

However we will ask you to join the club after you have paddled on the Thames a couple of times.

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Can I try paddling before joining?
Those new to kayaking need to come to a couple of pool sessions first. This is go through the capsize drills and safety procedures in a secure environment. You do not need to be a member to attend any of the pool sessions.