insideKENT Magazine Issue 112 - August 2021 | Page 47

MOTE PARK WATERSPORTS CENTRE , MAIDSTONE
KITESURF KENT , WHITSTABLE
Mote Park Watersports Centre // Maidstone www . moteparkwatersports . com
Situated at the award-winning Mote Park on it ’ s beautiful 30 acre lake , the watersports centre here offers a variety of water activities , including sailing , kayaking and canoeing . Operating 7-days a week , the centre is recognised for being one of the leading outdoor activities providers in Kent and this place gets pretty packed in the summer months . Discover the world of paddle boarding ( SUP ) and stand up paddle surfing , learn the ropes and explore the scenic views across the mote . Perfect for the kids , they also have a whole host of youth activities including sailing and winter youth powerboating sessions . Or take the whole family along to canoeing courses . Experience Mote Park from the lake , get on the water and have fun !
Kitesurf Kent // Whitstable www . kitesurfingkent . com
When the wind is blowing , what should you do ? Well , you should kitesurf of course ! The guys at Kitesurf Kent , provide intro ’ s and group lessons inline with the BKSA
( British Kitesurfing Association for those who didn ’ t know ) training structure , as well as 1-to-1 lessons with BKSA instructors . Based on one of Kent ’ s best areas for kitesurfing , Whitstable , the wind conditions are sure to be on your side ! Make fast progress with a private session , whether you ’ re wanting to master kitesurfing , starting out , or simply refreshing your kitesurf skills , the guys here are on hand to give you all the help and knowledge you need to get you where you want to be – in a fun and safe way of course . A little intimidated by a 1-to-1 lesson , look into the level 1 group course . These one day courses are a step-by-step guide to getting closer to the board and depending on the speed of progression , they will aim to have most students through level 1 within two days , give or take . And , don ’ t worry they ’ ll provide all the equipment !
Don ’ t fancy your hand at kitesurfing ? Or perhaps the wind isn ’ t blowing ? Kitesurf Kent also runs paddleboarding lessons and tours – a fun day out for all , especially when the sun is shining !
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