About this experience

Intro-to-Intermediate Sea Kayaking – Build Confidence in Anglesey’s Tidal Waters

Ready to move beyond sheltered-water paddling but not quite ready for full intermediate conditions?
This intro-to-intermediate sea kayaking course is the perfect bridge—designed for paddlers who want to grow their confidence, expand their skills, and begin exploring gentle dynamic environments under expert guidance.

Over several days, you’ll learn to work with tides, wind, and waves while developing the technique and decision-making needed for more adventurous journeys. It’s supportive, progressive, and tailored to you.

Who This Course Is For

• You’re comfortable paddling your kayak on flat or sheltered water.

• You want to begin venturing into mild tide, flow, wind, and waves.

• You want to learn the foundations needed for full intermediate courses.

• You’re keen to build confidence, skills, and good habits before stepping into dynamic water.

What to Expect

Clear Goals & Personalised Coaching

We begin with your ambitions—what you want to achieve and what you want to improve.
Your coach will help shape the course to match your experience and your goals.

A Progressive Approach

You’ll start in friendly, forgiving waters before gradually moving into slightly more dynamic environments—nothing rushed, nothing overwhelming.

Hands-On Skill Building

Expect mostly on-water learning, supported by short, useful theory sessions covering:

• Reading simple tides & flow

• Basic trip planning

• Understanding wind & sea state

• Safety and group awareness

Location & Schedule

Base: Sea Kayaking UK / Celtic Paddles, Holyhead, Anglesey
Start: 9:00 a.m. Friday
Finish: Around 5:00 p.m. daily (times may shift based on tides and weather)

Course Flow

Day One starts with introductions, goal setting, and a short planning session over tea and coffee.
From there, we head to the water to begin building foundations—boat control, confidence, and comfort in gentle movement and flow.

Each day includes:

• Continuous on-water coaching

• A break for lunch (bring your own)

• Progressive challenges suited to the group

• End-of-day review and planning for the next session

What’s Included

• Supportive coaching from experienced sea kayaking instructors

• Use of the Sea Kayaking UK / Celtic Paddles base

• Access to classroom space for planning and theory

• Tea and coffee at the base

• Kayak, paddle, buoyancy aid, and spray deck (if required)

• Drying space for your kit each day

What’s Not Included

• Lunch and snacks

• Additional personal paddling clothing (drysuit, thermals, footwear)

• Accommodation and evening meals

• Travel to/from the course

• Personal accident or travel insurance

Why Choose This Course?

Perfect Bridge Between Novice & Intermediate

Develop the skills and confidence you need to step safely into more adventurous environments.

Supportive, Goal-Led Coaching

Your personal learning goals shape the journey—no pressure, no ego, just progress.

World-Class Location

Anglesey’s varied coastline offers the ideal mix of sheltered bays and mild tide flows for progressive skill building.

Build Confidence That Lasts

Every session is designed to help you feel more capable, more in control, and more excited for where your paddling can take you.