Andrew Carden

Club Equipment Update

Posted on August 1, 2013 by Andrew Carden Recreation

As you are aware we have been selling some suplus stock to upgrade/renew

We are listing on ebay the following

Pyranha Roto bats (65 pounds) Prijon T Slalom 90 pounds, Prijon T canyon 120 pounds, P&H Revenge (70 pounds), see pictures below. We will also be listing Perception Dancer, Pyranha Masters in the near future.

The money Raised has enabled us to purcahse

Dagger Gtx, Pyranha Karnali M, Pyranha Karnali L, Dagger Approach 9

As well as these new boats club members to borrow can also borrow for free.

1. Topo Duo

2. Pyranha Lightning’s (Junior Racing Boats)

3. Inazone’s 230, 240 (River Boats)

4. Perception Kiwi 1 & 2 (Open Cockpit Flat Water stable Kayak)

5. Perception Corsica and Corsica S (River boats)

6. Perception Arc (River boats)

7. Prijon T Slalom

8. Prijon T Canyon (River boats)

9. Feel Free Tandem (Sit On Top = SOT).

10. Racing C2

11. Perception Fox (Slalom boat)

12. Pyranaha Rev (Play Boat)

13. P&H Revenge (Polo Boats)

14. Dagger AquaBat (Polo Boats)

15. Perception Wave Hopper (WW Racer)

16. Canadians Double Old Town Campers and Pathfinders (all roylex/Lightweight)

17. Canadians OLD Town Discovery 169 with 3 x seats

18. Various K1/K2 Racing Kayaks

19. Pyranha S8 (Play Boat Good For the Surf)

20. Blisstic Mystic (River Boat)

If youre intreset in borrowing Kit contact Aaron Emms recreation@penninecanoeclub.org.uk or Chris Armitage to arrange booking and collection.

Planning is under way for the winter river trips

Posted on August 1, 2013 by Andrew Carden Coaching Recreation

Even though the summer is not yet over we are already planning the summer river trips

The Beginner river dates are as follows.

Sept 15^TH River Ure at Slenningford (Rippon Way)

Sept 29^TH River Wharf (Yorkshire Dales)

Oct 13^th River Lune (Kirby Lonsdale)

Slightly more advanced trips

Oct 20^th Washburn (Above Otley)

Nov 24^TH River Kent (South Lakes)

If any instructors or 4* paddlers want to run any other dates or help then please let Aaron Emms recreation@penninecanoeclub.org.uk or 07725742495

The locations might change due to weather.

Please book so we have an idea of numbers.

Beginner sessions are open to all but participants aged 16 and under 16 will need to a accompanied by an adult (They do not have to paddle)

Club Membership 2013/14

Posted on July 2, 2013 by Andrew Carden Uncategorized

Club Membership at the AGM the club agreed a slight increase in fees and an increase in club benefits as well as a discount to existing members who renew promptly. Adult fees will rise from £30 to £40 a year with £5 discount if you renew promptly, similar increases for other categories will also apply. As well as existing benefits of:-

Club Insurance
Subsidised Coach development
discount at Robinhood
no fees to attend club trips where non-members will have £8 adult £5 jnr’s
free boat hire on club trips
access to competition
Coaching in many disciplines

the additional fees will enable increased investment in facilities and equipment

maintain access to pool facilities where prices are rising
Equipment officers Chris and Aaron will be running a hire scheme for members to borrow boats for personal use.

Busy Summer preparing for new polo season

Posted on July 1, 2013 by Andrew Carden A Team B TEam C team Canoe Polo

Following an extremely successful 12/13 season we have now entered the summer season. The A team will be playing Hull and a number of other tournaments home and abroad.

Players who are members and training with the Club will be representing us at Great Britain Level. Pennine A’s James Longley will Captain GB men at this year’s European Championships in France, Charlotte Lister will represent GB ladies at Europeans and world Games, Gallin Montgomery and Mathew Fletcher are also in the Mens Squad with Chris Newbury narrowly missing out on selection.

The Club will be entering teams in Yorkshire Div 1 (A&B Team) & 2 (C Team), North West Div 1 (Two teams), and National League 1 (A team) and Div 3 (B Team).

If you are interested in playing email Canoepolo@penninecanoeclub.org.uk

Sunday Sessions

Posted on July 1, 2013 by Andrew Carden Canoe Polo Coaching Marathon Racing Uncategorized

We are starting Sunday Morning Sessions running from Gill Bridge Mirfield, 10:00.

Sessions are aimed at beginners and intermediate paddlers to develop paddling skills and move towards competition disciplines.

If you are new to paddling outside check out clubs pages for advice

Facilities info

Pennine Basic Canoeing Gear

As the equipment is not on site you most contact Andrew or Viv to ensure arrangements are made for boats etc.

email info@penninecanoeclub.org.uk or contact 07866692410

National Sprint Regatta

Posted on July 1, 2013 by Andrew Carden Racing Sprint

Nine members of the racing team took part in the National Sprint Regatta this weekend in Nottingham in very challenging conditions.

We made finals in K1, K2 and K4 events.

The teams youngest members, Nathan and Robbie performed excellently with Robbie making it into the final of the mini-kayak K2 race with a fellow paddler from Norwich canoe club. And as if the racing wasn’t enough, the team enjoyed a BBQ & pancakes with our friends from Stoke Racers on Saturday night.

All in all a top weekend away!!

Marathon Success

Posted on July 1, 2013 by Andrew Carden Marathon Racing

The Club’s Marathon Squad have had great success over the summer at the Malton , Derwent Marathons and others. Stephen Kitson, Nathan Strathdee & John Gilbert have each been promoted to higher divisions by the racing committee. If you fancy giving racing a go contact Pete Lawton pete.lawton@uk.ibm.com

Safeguarding Children Course June 17th 6:30pm

Posted on June 3, 2013 by Andrew Carden Uncategorized

On Monday 17th June 6:30-9:20pm, Dewsbury Sport Centre, there is safeguarding children course.

The course is accredited through the Kirklees Safeguarding Children’s Board (http://www.kirkleessafeguardingchildren.co.uk/) and is recognised by Canoe England.

Those who should attend:-

Coaches

Volunteers

Committee MemberS

Referees

If you wish to book place please contact Andrew 07866692410 or info@penninecanoeclub.org.uk

Plans for New Club Facility Front Page News

Posted on June 3, 2013 by Andrew Carden Uncategorized

The plans for the new facility and club in Mirfield made the front page of the Mirfield Reporter Last week

Earlier in the week David Jefferies, club chair, and some of those working hard on the plans made a presentation to the Town Council. The local town councillors expressed their support for the scheme, and offered to help progress the development.

Calder Marathon – Sunday June 16th

Posted on May 30, 2013 by Andrew Carden Marathon Racing Recreation Uncategorized

Canoe Fun Race Sunday 16th June, we will be running a fun race along side our Marathon race at the South Pennine Boat Club (SPBC) in Mirfield.

The race will take place on the Calder in front of the Pear Tree Pub, prize giving afterwards in the Beer Garden. Race starts at 12 noon, registration from 10am at SPBC Age group prizes will be on offer for what will be a great day out, come along and take part or just watch from the pub.

Race fees £5 adult &£3 under18, £1 additional for day membership. £3 for fun race entries.

(non bcu members will need day membership £5 adult &£3 under18, Pennine members are not required to have day membership fun race)

Boats available and introductory instruction.

If you have any questions any about the event logistics, fees, standards please contact Pete Lawton pete.lawton@uk.ibm.com

Calder Marathon Directions 2013

Calder Marathon Race Information 2013

Calder Marathon Entry Form 2013