| This Winter we will run a series of
5-day courses. Similar in format to
our usual
summer day-trips,
there will be a greater emphasis on development of paddling
skills. Three levels of instruction
will be offered (click on link for details):-
All courses are for 5
consecutive days
(usually Monday thru Friday) and include six nights B&B at
Petrinela's Guesthouse, all
equipment, transport and a picnic lunch
on each day.
The all inclusive cost is 400 euro (twin share
accommodation) or 440 euro for a single room.
Rod Feldtmann will
run all courses. Rod is a BCU Level 4 sea kayak coach
with 7 years experience running sea kayaking trips on Milos and to
other parts of Greece.
Group size
will be limited to 5 persons to
ensure personalized instruction. All courses will be
tailored to the wants and needs of each participant.
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The winters in Milos are
characterized by
continental cold-fronts, that
pass every 7-10 days. This results in
windy and sometimes wet weather for 3-5 days then
mild and sunny weather for about the same.
For more about the Milos weather, click
here.
Strong wind and
waves are usual in
winter, our windiest months. Sheltered waters, for the introductory
courses can always be found on the lee side of the island.
The sea temperature
is never below 14 degrees Celsius and
considerably warmer in November and December. Often the sea is
warmer than the air - quite a special experience.
Cheap flights
are another good reason to travel to Milos this winter, see
more info about getting to
Milos.
What to wear:
Bring whatever cold weather
paddling gear you have - a wetsuit and waterproof paddling
jacket are essential. If you do not have these, I have some
for loan, but let me know so I can ensure I have enough
correct sizes.
Don't expect a
summer holiday, but
if you want specialised instruction in a spectacular
location and relatively mild temperatures, our winter
courses could be for you.
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Course
calendar |
Days
kayaking |
Nights
B&B |
Price
(euro) |
2008 dates |
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Feb |
Mar |
Apr |
May |
Jun |
Jul |
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Introduction to sea kayaking |
5 |
6 |
400/440 |
4-8 |
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Intermediate sea kayaking |
5 |
6 |
400/440 |
9-13 |
3-7 |
1-5 |
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Advanced sea kayaking |
5 |
6 |
400/440 |
25-29 |
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5-9 |
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Learn to roll |
5 |
6 |
400/440 |
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17-21 |
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NB: Other dates are possible,
by request |
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 Introduction to sea
kayaking Aimed at
those with none, or little kayaking experience,
who are looking to learn the basics in a spectacular setting.
Each day we will explore a different stretch of the Milos coast and
along the way develop efficient forward paddling, manoeuvring
techniques and group awareness. There will be frequent stops in sheltered
bays to practice capsize and rescue techniques.
As
your fitness and confidence improve we will look to some longer sea
journeys in moderate sea conditions.
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 Intermediate sea kayaking
A course for those with some sea kayaking
experience, who wish to develop their skills
by: moving onto rough water;
practicing surf launches and landings,
and short open crossings
in wind and waves. There will be lots of time to learn, or
improve, your roll in the crystal clear waters.
This is an excellent course for those considering one of our
island hopping expeditions, but lack the
skills and confidence in wind, waves and the open sea. See
course calendar for dates.
Is it for me? You should
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 Advanced Sea Kayaking
workshop
This course is for competent
sea kayakers, wishing to practice and improve their rough water and
paddling and rescue skills. During the
week we will cover: advanced boat handling skills; rough
water rescues and rolling; surf zone techniques; rock hopping; navigation and group leadership.
A significant portion of
time will be spent in surf zones.
Pre-requisites: A reliable roll and be comfortable paddling in moderate
sea conditions. See
course calendar for dates.
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 Learn
to roll
in crystal clear waters
Weather you have never
tried to roll, or are frustrated with repeated, failed attempts, this is
the course for you. Each day we will warm up with a paddle
to a scenic and sheltered location, then systematically learn the kayak
roll using our proven, step-by-step method.
Using extensive video analysis we will
track progress and analyse faults. Upon return to our base in the
afternoon, we will view the footage, as centre for discussion,
over a cold beer.
Of course, one can only
take so much spinning around in a kayak and the aim is not to over-do
it. Between our personalised and intensive rolling sessions there
will be ample time to practice rolling-related technique, enjoy the
delights of the Milos coastline and relax on the beach (to watch the
other participants show their stuff).
Some prior paddling experience is required. You should be
comfortable capsizing and wet exiting. See
course calendar for dates. |
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Winter
courses 2007/8