weekday daytime club night
The outing is part of a wider, national aim to encourage more women to take up paddling. And even though it’s badged as a #ShePaddles event, female-friendly chaps are very welcome too!
We’ll meet at the clubhouse at 10am on Friday February 16, ready to be briefed and on the water for 10.30am for a gentle flat water bimble for those members who have completed the Discover course or equivalent and ideally attended the VKC Winter Paddling course.
We’ll be back at the clubhouse late morning-ish, in time for coffee at the bar (which is open from 9 – 2pm on Fridays).
It’ll be aimed at kayaks, sit-on-tops, SUPs and Canadians.
To get us started @Andrew Bennett will be the leader, ably assisted by new member Sacha Fisher.
Parking could be tricky as the Star peeps will be out too – so leave time to find an alternative space elsewhere just in case.
Bring a hot drink, food and snacks and dress appropriately for the conditions on the day.
Youth paddlers must have a responsible adult with them at all times (although as it’s a school day they should all be hard at work so this will not be relevant!!)
Paddler numbers are limited to suit the leader to paddler ratio, so please post here or contact @Andrew Bennett if you’d like to attend.
Please feel free to ask questions.
Come and join the #ShePaddles fun!
The annual river blessing is an ancient ritual which involves highlighting the need to care for and treasure our local waterways, and to bless those who use them! This is a short event open to all on the river bank but to paddle you need to be a Viking Kayak Club member.
Part of the ritual involves the priest throwing a wooden cross (which I made from a local fallen tree) into the river, and it’s considered good luck to be the one to retrieve it (often in a competitive fashion).
Be ready to set out from the clubhouse at 11 am, the ceremony is at 11.15 am, Then those who want to will carry on down to Cardington for a picnic.
Bring a change of clothes, just in case….along with your food and drink for the picnic.
Courses are situated on the River Great Ouse in Bedford on a 4.3 km circuit. Races to suit Elite, Intermediate, Novice and Lightning divisions.
Catch up with racing at Viking Racing on Facebook here
Monday 6th May
10 am – 3pm
No need to book, just turn upnational ranking slalom
Catch up with slalom at Viking on Facebook here https://www.facebook.com/groups/VKCSlalom
Beginner Canoe Course, ‘Discover’ Award
The course runs for four consecutive Wednesday evenings: 17th, 24th, 31st July and August 7th
Course Information
This is a beginner Canadian Canoe course where you can experience your first session on the water and learn useful paddling skills.
The course aims to provide the basic knowledge to get in and out of your canoe safely, move it, and return to your starting point. We’ll have lots of activities during the sessions to make it a fun environment to learn canoeing.
This Award allows you to develop your decision-making and practical skills, taking you on the next steps towards becoming a proficient and independent paddler.
Learn how to choose and effectively use equipment, whilst understanding the factors which affect your paddling.
Pricing per person:
- Non-VKC member £90
- VKC Member £50
If you are not a member you can join the course for the member’s price if you also purchase a club membership. This gives you a £40 discount per person.
Prerequisites:
All paddlers attending the course must be water-confident and be able to swim. Minimum age is 9 years old.
If you have Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) please let us know during the booking process.
Booking Information
If you would like to book a place for your child/ children, follow these steps:
- Register each paddler’s details as ad-hoc paddlers here, so we have each paddler’s details including medical and emergency contact information.
- Visit the VKC Store, choose the course from the list, select how many places you need and check out.
Further details are available by contacting Gemma Rogers membership@vikingkayak.co.uk
Beginner Canoe Course, ‘Discover’ Award
The course runs for four consecutive Wednesday evenings: 17th, 24th, 31st July and August 7th
Course Information
This is a beginner Canadian Canoe course where you can experience your first session on the water and learn useful paddling skills.
The course aims to provide the basic knowledge to get in and out of your canoe safely, move it, and return to your starting point. We’ll have lots of activities during the sessions to make it a fun environment to learn canoeing.
This Award allows you to develop your decision-making and practical skills, taking you on the next steps towards becoming a proficient and independent paddler.
Learn how to choose and effectively use equipment, whilst understanding the factors which affect your paddling.
Pricing per person:
- Non-VKC member £90
- VKC Member £50
If you are not a member you can join the course for the member’s price if you also purchase a club membership. This gives you a £40 discount per person.
Prerequisites:
All paddlers attending the course must be water-confident and be able to swim. Minimum age is 9 years old.
If you have Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) please let us know during the booking process.
Booking Information
If you would like to book a place for your child/ children, follow these steps:
- Register each paddler’s details as ad-hoc paddlers here, so we have each paddler’s details including medical and emergency contact information.
- Visit the VKC Store, choose the course from the list, select how many places you need and check out.
Further details are available by contacting Gemma Rogers membership@vikingkayak.co.uk
Beginner Canoe Course, ‘Discover’ Award
The course runs for four consecutive Wednesday evenings: 17th, 24th, 31st July and August 7th
Course Information
This is a beginner Canadian Canoe course where you can experience your first session on the water and learn useful paddling skills.
The course aims to provide the basic knowledge to get in and out of your canoe safely, move it, and return to your starting point. We’ll have lots of activities during the sessions to make it a fun environment to learn canoeing.
This Award allows you to develop your decision-making and practical skills, taking you on the next steps towards becoming a proficient and independent paddler.
Learn how to choose and effectively use equipment, whilst understanding the factors which affect your paddling.
Pricing per person:
- Non-VKC member £90
- VKC Member £50
If you are not a member you can join the course for the member’s price if you also purchase a club membership. This gives you a £40 discount per person.
Prerequisites:
All paddlers attending the course must be water-confident and be able to swim. Minimum age is 9 years old.
If you have Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) please let us know during the booking process.
Booking Information
If you would like to book a place for your child/ children, follow these steps:
- Register each paddler’s details as ad-hoc paddlers here, so we have each paddler’s details including medical and emergency contact information.
- Visit the VKC Store, choose the course from the list, select how many places you need and check out.
Further details are available by contacting Gemma Rogers membership@vikingkayak.co.uk
Beginner Canoe Course, ‘Discover’ Award
The course runs for four consecutive Wednesday evenings: 17th, 24th, 31st July and August 7th
Course Information
This is a beginner Canadian Canoe course where you can experience your first session on the water and learn useful paddling skills.
The course aims to provide the basic knowledge to get in and out of your canoe safely, move it, and return to your starting point. We’ll have lots of activities during the sessions to make it a fun environment to learn canoeing.
This Award allows you to develop your decision-making and practical skills, taking you on the next steps towards becoming a proficient and independent paddler.
Learn how to choose and effectively use equipment, whilst understanding the factors which affect your paddling.
Pricing per person:
- Non-VKC member £90
- VKC Member £50
If you are not a member you can join the course for the member’s price if you also purchase a club membership. This gives you a £40 discount per person.
Prerequisites:
All paddlers attending the course must be water-confident and be able to swim. Minimum age is 9 years old.
If you have Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) please let us know during the booking process.
Booking Information
If you would like to book a place for your child/ children, follow these steps:
- Register each paddler’s details as ad-hoc paddlers here, so we have each paddler’s details including medical and emergency contact information.
- Visit the VKC Store, choose the course from the list, select how many places you need and check out.
Further details are available by contacting Gemma Rogers membership@vikingkayak.co.uk
national ranking slalom
Catch up with slalom at Viking on Facebook here
Team races Saturday, individual races Sunday
Further details to follow shortly
Entries not accepted on the day
The deadline to propose member resolutions in advance of the meeting is the 12th November 2024. These should be submitted to the Secretary in writing (this can be by email).
Nominations for elected positions should be submitted to the Secretary in writing, duly proposed and seconded by the 12th November 2023
secretary@vikingkayak.co.uk
The deadline to propose member resolutions in advance of the meeting is the 12th November 2024. These should be submitted to the Secretary in writing (this can be by email).
Nominations for elected positions should be submitted to the Secretary in writing, duly proposed and seconded by the 12th November 2023
secretary@vikingkayak.co.uk
Boxing Day roll will take place at the Etienne Stott White Water Arena at 11.30.
Paddlers meet at the club at 10.30 to ensure that you are on the water for 11am.
The Roll will take place at 11.30am precisely
Meet at the club after for a post-roll drink.
Video from a previous year:
£5 for 30 minutes. Minimum age 8 years old.
Bring clothes & shoes without laces you can get wet.
A change of clothes is advisable in case you fall in.
No need to book, just turn up!
Viking Kayak Club shares a building with the Star Rowing Club at Batts Ford, off Commercial Road, Bedford, MK40 1QS. What3words ///poker.dawn.potato
The car park at the club is for members only with a valid permit and is shared with Star Rowing Club, so please do not park here.
There are three pay and display car parks close by, at the Harpur Centre, River Street and Prebend Street.
If you drive an electric vehicle, there is a designated car park adjacent to the clubhouse. However, do read the signage carefully as some of the spaces are for taxis only.