We hold taster sessions followed by courses for adults before they join the club. The next adult taster course is taking place on the 6 April at Stafford and Stone Canoe Club on the River Trent in Westbridge Park, Stone. Please see below for further information and note places are limited and will be allocated on a first come, first serve basis.
Spring 2025 adult taster session poster
Reserve a place on the 6 April taster session
Email beginners@staffordandstonecc.co.uk for further information
Qualified coaches supported by other club members will run the sessions. Please wear some close fitting warm clothing (or a wetsuit if you have one) and some old trainers. Shorts and tee-shirt are not sufficient, and jeans are no good. In case you get wet you should also bring a complete change of clothes and a towel. Changing rooms, showers and toilet facilities are available in the clubhouse.
Boat, paddles, buoyancy aid, helmet and a canoeing cagoule will be provided.
River water is not as clean as drinking or swimming pool water. All participants should shower following the session, either at the club or at home. It is particularly important that at least face and hands are washed before eating or drinking.
Once you have completed the course you will be able to join the adult sessions and take you paddling to the next level.