Canoeing & Kayaking

Based in the Derwent Valley near Matlock, Acclimbatize are located perfectly to access and facilitate the best canoeing and kayaking water sport activities in the Derbyshire Peak District.

Water sports in the Peak District


Introductory sessions for canoeing and kayaking usually take place on placid sheltered water but more exciting opportunities to paddle on expanses of open water or along the River Derwent are equally convenient from our operating base.

Join us for a canoeing journey on the river Derwent or for a high jinx raft building session at the spectacular setting at Carsington Water.

Canoeing & Kayaking


Input on our Canoe and Kayak sessions may depend on location, age, ability, time available and weather conditions. Leadership style is mostly action centred and will include some technical demonstrations and the use of appropriate coaching methods.

Structured play and games are a key feature in our water sport sessions. Play helps progress personal skill acquisition and boat handling techniques. Fun deepens the level of engagement and boosts the retention of learning.

Key Learning: Safety equipment, active listening, acquisition and application of new skills, experiential learning, independent progression.

Development


Canadian style Canoes (2 seat boats) provide an excellent medium for micro team working and instantaneous problem solving. Small teams are essentially interdependent making any journey a teamwork challenge.

In Kayaks (single seat boats) like on Bicycles – forward movement and concentration keep individuals focussed on the task at hand. Participants are self-dependant and will grasp and importance of listening and responding to safety instructions and guidance accordingly.

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Enjoy the Benefits of Canoeing in Derbyshire

  • Paddle back through time on historic waterways in Cromford, a World Heritage site
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Open water canoeing and kayaking at Carsington Water with changing facilities
  • Canoe journeys organised along the River Derwent.
  • Rafting antics for all.
  • All arranged from within 10 minutes of our equipment store
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Frequently Asked Questions

We have capacity for 35 canoeists in single boats (2 in a boat) or 50 in rafted / catamaran style canoes (6 in a boat). Catamarans are a good option for school students. We may make up rafted catamaran style canoes with adults in windy conditions.

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Basic fitness level. Canoeing is a good option for working with physical disabilities.

With notice we are comfortable to travel with canoes as part of a residential outdoor programme.

Yes absolutely. Conoeing combines perfectly with climbing, scrambling, abseiling, caving and other activities.

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