KAYAK TRAINING IN SITHONIA
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Code:D00001T
This event will take place in Kalamitsi - the southernmost part of the Sithonia peninsula, Halkidiki and is for kayakers who already have basic kayaking experience and want to improve their skills. We will accommodate each paddler's individual needs, focusing on improving performance. This course will help you feel more confident on your adventure trips.
The program is training in nature with overnight camping or hotel accommodations.
It is suitable for intermediate and advanced levels, not suitable for children.
It is performed on a single kayak.
ATTENTION: To pay 50% in advance use promo code - advance
The remaining amount is payable locally (cash/card) or by bank.
ATTENTION: Discounts are not combined, the largest discount is taken into account.
This event will take place in Kalamitsi - the southernmost part of the Sithonia peninsula, Halkidiki and is for kayakers who already have basic kayaking experience and want to improve their skills. We will accommodate each paddler's individual needs, focusing on improving performance. This course will help you feel more confident on your adventure trips.
We will break the course into several parts.
During the course you will perfect the manoeuvres and movements with the paddle and kayak, which should become absolutely natural by the end of the course.
We will emphasize:
- Paddling forward effectively;
- Effective back paddling, braking and acceleration;
- Changing course while underway;
- Maintaining direction;
- Ability to cope with environmental phenomena (e.g. wind, swell).
Emphasis will be on the ability to act to ensure the safety of the team and self (participants will act as rescuers and rescued).
- Deep water rescue
- Capsize and self-rescue.
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Theory includes the following thematic sections:
- Equipment
- Security
- Weather conditions
- Health and First Aid
- Environment.
- Joint activity
PROGRAM:
Meeting in front of Vasil Levski Stadium at 00:30 and departure from Sofia at 01:00.
Arrival around 07:30 in Ormos Panagias. We stop for coffee and breakfast and buy fish from the local fish market, then head to Talata Camping, which is located on the southernmost part of the Sithonia peninsula.
We unload the equipment and kayaks and after a short break we will start the training program.
Before sunset we return to the campsite.
The place is particularly suitable for training due to the geographical location. It is close to the open sea where there will be waves and wind and sheltered beaches where the water will be calm.
We run the training program.
We will be available for the final steps of the training.
At 13.00 we all together collect the equipment, wash and load the kayaks on the trailers and around 15.30 we leave back to Bulgaria. We will stop for a quick bite to eat in Nikiti and continue.
Expected arrival in front of Vasil Levski Stadium, Sofia is around 23.00.
Note: The organisers reserve the right to change the programme depending on weather conditions in order to maximise the safety of participants.
You can travel free of charge with the means of transport for the kayaks and equipment, until the free places are exhausted or with your own transport, the price does not change.
Space for luggage is limited. You can bring backpack, bag, tent and food.
No need to bring tables and chairs, we've got you covered.
We leave from the parking lot in front of the main entrance of the National Stadium "Vasil Levski", Sofia and return there again, we do not offer personal visits.
ACCOMMODATION: Overnight accommodation at Talata campsite is 6.5 euros per night and 7 euros per tent, which everyone pays personally on site. The campsite does not offer hotel accommodation but does offer caravan and bungalow accommodation. Prices are on a price list according to the season.
Bring dry food for a day. Traditionally, meals are at the campsite. We have provided everything needed for a field kitchen to comfortably feed the entire group. Each participant brings their own personal food items or buys their own on site. We buy fish from the local fish market and barbecue it for all who wish. It is recommended to bring prepared food for at least the first day.
During the trip from Sofia to Greece, we will have a refrigerator and will collect perishables. Our first stop is at a 24-hour convenience store in Kresna, where you can buy water and groceries. The campground has refrigerators in the communal kitchens.
We have a coffee machine at your disposal and the coffee will be unlimited. It is your responsibility to prepare dry food and sandwiches for your kayak treks, and you must have food and water provided for the time on the water according to personal needs.
The campsite has a tavern and a shop.
All availability is posted on our website in real time. To confirm your participation in the program you need to register on the website and place an order.
The order is equivalent to a contract.
You add the desired event to your cart and complete the order by selecting your desired options.
You can pay the full amount or pay 50% in advance. When paying in advance, please use the promo code "advance".
Possible payment options are by bank or card.
Upon successful completion of your order, you will receive a confirmation email. Once we receive payment, you will receive a confirmation email stating "Your order is confirmed". We will contact you before the event.
Where the participants for whom you are placing the order are more than one, please complete the form below to send us their details
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Money paid will be refunded immediately if the reason for the event not taking place is due to travel restrictions, if we do not form a group or due to a significant deterioration in the weather across the region. Depending on weather conditions, an alternative kayaking destination in another region of Greece may be chosen.
The maximum number of participants is 14 and the programme is run with a minimum of 6 participants.
If a group cannot be formed with the minimum number of participants, the organizer will notify all registrants up to 7 days before the event date.
In case of cancellation of the event due to inability or illness, requested more than 14 days before the announced date, we will provide you with a voucher for another event of ours at the paid value.
If you wish, it is possible to participate with your own kayak and you can transport it yourself or we can transport it.
Participation is subject to further arrangement and is only allowed if you strictly follow Dopamine Team's instructions and program!
Documents required:
- ID card
- Health insurance for the duration of the event, which we will require from you, cost 4-6 BGN per person. It is also taken online at http://bit.ly/3MuEGl8 and paid to the insurer (personal details are required and we prefer you do not provide them).
We recommend you also take out travel cancellation insurance at this link: https://bit.ly/3T6fmFb
PRICE PER PERSON: 480 lv
All vacancies are published on our website in real time. To confirm your participation in the program you need to register on the website https://dopamineteam.eu/ and place your order by paying a minimum of 50% in advance. (For advance payment use the promo code - advance, the balance is payable on the spot in cash or by card). It is possible to pay by bank or card.
FULL FOUR DAYS of training off the beaches of Kalamitsi Beach; Use of single kayaks. All of our boats are high-end and manufactured by the world leaders: PRION, WILDERNESS SYSTEMS, PERCEPTIONS, and we upgrade the kayak equipment annually so you can enjoy maximum comfort (if you have paddled with old, Chinese or low-end kayaks before, you will notice the difference immediately); Kayak equipment: modern lightweight paddle, PALM life jacket and spritz; Qualified kayak guide; Instruction and training; Photos along the routes.
To be different and to get the maximum comfort during your stay on land, we have provided for you camping equipment, namely:
Tables, chairs and tent (if needed); Gas barbecue; Coffee machine with coffee included; Two mobile refrigerators; Ice machine; Supplies (kitchen rolls, foil, garbage bags);
Overnight camping at Talata campsite is 6.5 euros per night and 7 euros per tent, which each person pays personally on site. The campsite does not offer hotel accommodation but does offer caravan and bungalow accommodation. Prices are on a price list according to the season. The advertised fare does not include transport, you can travel free of charge with the kayaks' means of transport until places are exhausted or with your own transport, the price does not change; Food, drinks and other personal expenses; Tent and air mattress hire at prices from £20 for the whole period (if you wish to hire a tent and air mattress, we ask that you request them in advance); Health insurance for the duration of the event, which we will require from you, cost 4-6 BGN per person. It can also be taken online at http://bit.ly/3MuEGl8 and is payable to the insurer (personal details are required and we prefer you do not provide these).
We recommend you also take out travel cancellation insurance at this link: https://bit.ly/3T6fmFb
WARNING:
During the event, participants must strictly comply with the regulations of the drivers, be in good physical health, have no illnesses and injuries of which they have not notified the organizer.
There is NO ADDITIONAL CHARGE for the use of all supplies, camping equipment and optional extras.
You only need to keep and take care of the inventory.
The participation fee offered by Dopamine Team Ltd is for the service of transporting kayak and camping equipment, renting kayak and camping equipment, logistics, providing an instructor and guide.
If there are other prices listed they are for information purposes only and are not subject to the sale of goods and services by us!
Any discounts at tavernas and campsites (if any) are shared with you and we do not take advantage of them.
Equipment
Personal responsibility is the provision of:
1. Drinking water. 1;
2. Sunglasses (with high UV protection; the presence of polarization is recommended);
3. Sun hat/head towel;
4. Swimsuit or beachwear;
5. Gloves for kayaking (can also be for a bike);
6. Sunscreen (high factor);
7. Beach shoes (quick drying) - there are sea urchins in the sea!
8. A light, airy, light and comfortable outer garment (for sun protection when paddling). Long sleeved lycra with UV protection is best;
9. Thin water/windproof jacket;
10. Lightweight and compact beach towel or scarf;
11. Folding knife, thermos, and beverage jug;
12. Waterproof mobile phone case;
13. ID card and money in local currency, if needed for the day;
14. Food for the day depending on personal preference;
15. Dry (waterproof) bag with a capacity of 15 - 30 l;
16. Depending on conditions, a pair of dry clothes to change into (stowed in a waterproof bag/pack);
17. For diving enthusiasts - mask, snorkel, fins.
18. Flashlight and/or headlamp.
Personal items for the campsite:
1. Tent, mattress (shawl) and sleeping bag (or blanket);
2. Toiletries (toothbrush and toothpaste, soap and shampoo);
3. Drying towel (microfiber towels are more compact);
4. Mosquito spray/lotion.
Level of difficulty
Difficulty level according to the distance of the adventure programs:
1 out of 4
- Introduction to kayaking performed in lakes, bays with calm waters.
- Distance from shore less than 1.6 km
- Distance covered in a day - 3-6 km.
- Overall time on the water for the day - 2-3 hours
- No previous experience required
- No swimming skill required
2 of 4
- Distance from shore less than 1.6 km
- Paddling for the day - 6-14 km.
- Overall time on the water for the day - 3-4 hours
- No previous experience required
- No swimming skill required
- Participants must be able to spend at least 1hr in the kayak.
3 of 4
- Distance from shore less than 1.6 km
- Paddling for the day - 14-20 km.
- Overall time on the water for the day - 4-6 hours
- No previous experience required
- No swimming skill required
- Participants must be able to spend at least 1hr in the kayak.
4 of 4
- Distance from shore greater than 1.6 km
- Paddling for the day - 16-25 km.
- Previous experience is required.
- No swimming skill required
- At least average physical fitness required
- Participants must be able to spend more than 1hr in the kayak.
Warning:
Difficulty level may change depending on weather conditions, wind and waves.
