Watergate Bay Beach is one of the most famous beaches in Cornwall, at about 3 mi/5 km from the center of Newquay. Surf Kayakers get the opportunity to enjoy the Atlantic’s swells in a stretch of over 2 mi/3.2 km long, since this is a large, open bay, suitable for all kinds of surfing.
Watergate Bay Beach is suitable for all surf kayakers, either experienced or not. Being fully exposed to the Atlantic ocean, it gives powerful waves, breaking both left and right, for short but intense hollow close outs or for long lazy rides. Most common are the groundswells and the best swell direction is right and left. The tide doesn’t affect the quality of the surf kayaking, although the waves vary, giving rides up to 50 m-100 m/164 ft-328 ft. As for the sea temperature, the highest one is around August and the coldest is around March. Good quality wetsuits with neoprene gloves and boots will be necessary, especially on the coldest period.
In Newquay you will find a wide range of hotels, restaurants and bars and of course, the suitable surf school and shops, which will help you leave your myth of surf kayaking.
Brief theory & safety covering the sea / river, weather & local sites
SUP equipment
Stance and Balance
Paddling styles
Paddle strokes & techniques
Board control & steering
Paddle and board stability
Once you have learnt the SUP basics you can progress onto the river tours or wave surfing lesson:
Course Duration: 2 hours
Summer/Autumn 2017-2018
Europe
River Rafting, Wind Tunnel Flying & Outdoor activities in Bedford, United Kingdom.
July 2017-2018, October 2017-2018. 3Â Days – air travel not included.
This course is aimed at kitesurfers that have already had some kitesurfing lessons such as a 2 or 3 day course and would like some more tuition to master their board starts and controlled riding. The lesson is 100% practical and the whole time is spent with the board.
Course duration: 5 hours
All included + post course handout pack.
The one day kitesurfing course is aimed at complete beginners and a great introduction to the sport. Initially learning the fundamentals and kite control whilst covering safety, site assessments, and kite set ups, then moving into the water for body dragging and self rescue techniques.The course is 90% practical and brilliant fun!!!
Course Duration: 6 hours total.
All included + post course handout pack.
The first two days of this course follow the same outline as the 1 and 2 day courses (above) and it then offers another full day on the board to really master the board start and go on to controlled edging, upwind riding and turns. If you’re keen to take up the sport we recommend the three day kitesurfing lesson as it gives the time to become confident and independent.
Course duration: 18 hours total
All included + post course handout pack.
The huge benefit of stand up paddle surfing over regular surfing is that much smaller less steep waves are catchable before they break, and as the boards are much more stable it is easier to pick up. Additionally, as you start in a standing position, there is no popping up onto the SUP, while the paddle can be used for extra stability and drive on the wave.
Camber offers some for stand up paddle surfing with both small and big waves.
Course Duration: 2 hours
The two day course is aimed at complete beginners with the 1st day the same as the 1 day lesson (above). The second day of this course goes on to cover more complex bodydragging techniques, board starts and continuous riding while keeping the power in the kite.100% practical and great as a weekend break.
Course duration: 12 hours total
All included + post course handout pack.
All Equipment, including safety is supplied in the kite landboarding lessons:
Bring a study pair of shoes, sunglasses, sun cream and warm clothing if it is cold.
Post lesson discount vouchers for equipment we offer are available.
Course duration: 4 hours
Our zero to hero course takes you from a complete beginner to a confident kitesurfer able to continue the sport independently. The first 3 days cover a similar syllabus to the 1, 2 and 3 day kitesurfing courses (above) with the following 2 days moving on to advanced equipment tuning, detailed theory, board control in various conditions & freestyle techniques including basic jumps.
Course duration: 30 hours total
All included + post course handout pack.
As well as beginner courses we also offer more advanced coaching sessions. Have you ever found that you come back from a session having just cruised up and down without trying out anything new? With an experienced coach by your side to push you and impart their knowledge to aid your progression you will improve quicker than expected! We run both intermediate and advanced coaching days.
Course duration: 3-4 hours
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