Adult Climbing

(18 to 90 years old, must be a registered climber and a HYMB Member) For all those who have attended a HYMB beginners course or have previous experience. An instructor will be on hand to guide you on your next steps. Equipment including ropes, harnesses and belay devices are provided; all you need is soft-soled trainers and a desire to improve. Climbing in October is floodlit.

Code	Day & Dates	Time
AC	Wednesdays from 16 April to 15 October During October, activities are by flood-light	6.30 to 9.00
Cost £5.00

 

Adults Outdoors

(18 to 90 years old, HYMB Membership required) Thursday evening is the main time for adults to get together and practise their water-based skills. Be it canoeing, kayaking, sailing or windsurfing. Climbers with their own equipment, are also welcome. This session is not suitable for beginners. Beginners should attend one of our courses in their chosen activity first. It is our aim to have a member of staff on duty to give advice and encouragement, to suggest targets and actions to enhance personal development, but not to act as an instructor. Minimum qualifications BCU 1 Star canoe or kayak or HYMB introduction to canoe or kayak or RYA level 1 Sailing or Level 1Windsurfing.

Day	Dates	Time
Thursdays	9 April to 22 October (During October activities are by flood-light)	6.30 to 9.00
Cost £5.00

Women Outdoors

(20 to 90 years old, HYMB Membership required) This project is for HYMB Women adult members aged 20 and over it is an opportunity to experience a wide range of outdoor activities in a friendly, fun and supportive environment. The programme is run in blocks of activities for progression opportunities, but don’t be put off, an alternative activity is available

Day	Dates	Time
Tuesdays	18 March 2008 to 21 October	7.00pm to 9.00
Cost £5.00

Herts Canoe Lifeguards

Herts Canoe Lifeguards are a BCU Lifeguard unit and meet every Monday night from 7.00pm to 9.00pm at HYMB. We welcome new members which is open to anyone over the age of 11. General canoeing skills and experiences are built upon by training to the BCU Lifeguard Syllabus and recognised first aid qualifications. All members are encouraged to extend their skills and take assessments. Using these skills we provide lifeguard safety for a variety of water based events such as canoeing races, open water swims and triathlons. For many years we have provided safety cover for The London Triathlon, the biggest triathlon in the world. We have been regular participants of the annual BCU Lifeguard Championships often putting in 2 or 3 teams and are the most successful team in the last 10 years. We also attend the BCU Lifeguard convention and other covers and events run by the National BCU Lifeguard Committee. For further information you can visit our website www.hclifeguards.co.uk or e-mail us at info@hclifeguards.co.uk

Edmonton Canoe Group

Edmonton Canoe Group (BCU affiliated established 1983) In 2008 we celebrate 25 years of introducing safe kayaking/Canoeing to the community, teaching all aspects of our sport, complementing HYMB-run activities. Our summer programme starts on the 2nd April through to the end of September. Meeting at the base on Wednesday & Thursday evenings (if it is your first time, please arrive ½ hour early, so that we can show you where everything is) on the water for 7.pm to 9.pm. Saturday morning’s sessions on the water for 10am to 12. Noon, this continues all year around, whilst you continue to come. For 2008 we intend introducing a Monday afternoon session on the lake from 1pm through till 3pm. It’s for the over 50’s (We do not stop playing because we grow old; we grow old because we stop playing?) We would also like to invite parents whose children have to be picked up from school, so that they can enjoy some quality time without the kids. The minimum requirement for all our activities is over 9 yrs old & able to swim at least 50 meters. In addition to the above we have days out on other rivers, weekends away camping & canoeing, introduction to White stuff. If you drive your children to the base, don't just sit there waiting for them. Come for a paddle with us? During the winter months we operate at The New Edmonton Leisure Centre, The Broadway, Edmonton, N9. (Opposite Edmonton Green Railway Station). Friday evening’s 8-9pm. Negotiations are being made to allow canoeing some other times in the week. This will cater for the shift workers, & others who can make daytime activities. We also use Southgate Leisure Centre, Winchmore Hill Road, London N14 6AD. On Sunday evenings 7.45-8.30pm for general recreation, & 8.15-9.15pm for the fast game of Canoe Polo. All pool sessions must be booked in advance. There is no need to own your own craft. We actively discourage youngsters from buying their own craft, as boat designs change so quickly. Try as many different boats till you decide which the best is for you. Most boats spend 99% of their life stuck on the grass at home, slung on the shed roof, or hanging up in the garage. If you want to buy something, look at your personal clothing and safety equipment, not boats. Details ring Dave Rudland 0208 803 4878 or 07850190537 www.edmonton-canoe.orq.uk edcanoe@homecall.co.uk.