The Kayak Coach
The Kayak Coach
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The Kayak Coach specialises in running kayaking and canoeing courses and experiences, from certificated courses to birthday, stag and hen celebrations. We also run guided river trips in Sussex, Surrey and Kent. From our base in Steyning we also rent kayaks, canoes and paddleboards for as little as 1 hour.
Brighton, East Sussex, England

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Amanda B
Lewes, UK11 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2023 • Solo
Amazing morning kayaking up the river Ouse with Adrian our coach and new friends of all ages - was so much fun and the scenery was breathtaking.
Written 30 July 2023
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Peppa07
8 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2022 • Couples
I'd asked Adrian if I could bring the F1 kayak I'd made (natural wood frame and sewn nylon skin) and have bespoke lessons over a couple of days so that I could as a complete beginner understand how to manage correct paddling technique and how to fall from the boat and rescue self and kayak.
My husband came with me and said he'd join in as was included by Adrian.

Adrian was so helpful, so keen to match our experience exactly to our (different) needs. He was attentive, respectful and completely flexible. And we had such fun. Loved every minute.
Written 11 May 2022
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Kevin F
53 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2021 • Friends
kayaks and safety equipment all ready for us when we arrived in Lewes, Adrian gave comprehensive safety advice and we were soon on the river heading towards Hamsey on the tide, great wildlife spots on the way. overall trip about 2 and a half hours. a bit hesitant at first but soon got the hang of it, never having been in a kayak.
don't delay book it now as they are very busy.
10 out of 10. thanks so much.
Written 17 October 2021
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Yvonne W
Kenley 15 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2021 • Solo
A fabulous time kayaking along the River Adur being coached by Elf. Excellent instruction and beautiful wildlife along the riverside.
Written 13 July 2021
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smcgeough
7 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2021 • Couples
What a fantastic experience. Myself and my wife went on the River Arun - Arundel kayak experience with The Kayak Coach.

We met at up at Arundel and spent over 4 idyllic hours kayaking up and down the river Arun stopping at the riverside for our packed lunch.

On our trip we saw an abundance of wildlife, a protective swan (we kept our distance), heron, ducks, kites, a buzzard, a herd of cows who looked intriguingly on as we paddled past and best of all a couple of beautiful Kingfishers one of which flew over my kayak.

We followed the tide out and waited during lunch for it to turn and followed it back.

I couldn’t recommend this highly enough, if you want a relaxing (shoulders are slightly sore today 😂) nature filled day on the water this is for you.

Thank you to Paul who was our guide for the day, his expertise and friendly manner ensured our day was perfect.

Steve & Sarah
Written 9 June 2021
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Paula M
Littlehampton, UK43 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2021 • Friends
Simply beautiful morning to have a lesson on the river. Coaching excellent, highly recommend it and I am not a young thing. Good safety and organisation
Written 2 June 2021
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Hannahmarie07
5 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2021 • Solo
I couldn't recommend this company enough. The training courses provide so much detail of things that you just wouldn't have thought about and you come away feeling confident. Adrian has got alot of experience and knowledge to share and is very patient and supportive whilst teaching. Doing these courses in a group makes it so much more fun, you get to meet such a variety of people.
Already booked on for another day trip!

Completed paddle discover award, paddle explorer award, Arundel trip.
Written 24 May 2021
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Johan v
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2020 • Solo
Manage to get me rolling my kayak in one afternoon, felt really safe doing so, great value for money
Written 15 October 2020
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Craig
West Sussex, UK1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2020
Great guys! I have been doing 1-1 bespoke training and they have perfectly met my needs. Cannot recommend enough!
Written 13 October 2020
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833Christine
Ongar, UK22 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2020 • Couples
Went on a kayaking experience on the river Cuckmere. We were lucky with the weather as it was sunny having rained heavily beforehand. Adrian was very friendly and knowledgeable. A beautiful area to kayak - very peaceful. A very enjoyable afternoon.
Written 4 October 2020
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