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None, this is an entry-level activity.
Your safety and enjoyment are our top priorities. With our Paddlesport Taster Sessions, you'll receive expert guidance, access to quality equipment, and a welcoming environment. We provide the foundation for your paddlesport journey, ensuring you feel confident and prepared to explore this exciting world further. Join us for an unforgettable experience on the water! We have follow-on and more advanced courses as well.
From Cardiff, you can take a train from Cardiff Central Station to Barry Island Station. Trains run regularly and the journey typically takes around 30 minutes.
The taster session is suitable for most people who are excited to try paddlesports. If you have any concerns regarding suitability, then please put a note in the booking request form above.
The course is based at Barry Dock 1 in Wales, offering safe and sheltered waters for your paddling sessions.
The course fee includes all the necessary equipment, including wetsuit hire, buoyancy aid hire, watercraft and paddle hire, as well as access to parking and changing facilities.
We partner with Rewilding Britain to help protect our natural spaces for future adventures.
All centres are vetted for safety and quality. Your adventure is in good hands with adventuro.

About the centre
Barry, Wales
Operated by Vale Paddle Sports, a partner of adventuro.