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Merry Christmas everyone! 🥳🎄

Wishing all our followers a wonderful Christmas and a very jolly new year!

We’ll see you on the water in 2026 🤩 🌊

#christmas #rafting🚣 #kayaking #adventure #getoutside

Merry Christmas everyone! 🥳🎄

Wishing all our followers a wonderful Christmas and a very jolly new year!

We’ll see you on the water in 2026 🤩 🌊

#christmas #rafting🚣 #kayaking #adventure #getoutside

It’s the time of year when bridges attract trees!
Today we were working alongside the Environment Agency 🌳 to help remove trees from Darley Bridge on the River Derwent near Matlock.

Hard but rewarding work.
The team put in a sterling effort and we are pleased to say the bridge is now clear!

#trees #rivers #environment #floodprevention

It’s the time of year when bridges attract trees!
Today we were working alongside the Environment Agency 🌳 to help remove trees from Darley Bridge on the River Derwent near Matlock.

Hard but rewarding work.
The team put in a sterling effort and we are pleased to say the bridge is now clear!

#trees #rivers #environment #floodprevention

It’s that time of year again! 🥳
We’ve made purchasing gift cards even easier!
Choose your amount to give as credit against any activity… and there’s no expiry date 😮

Secure checkout including Apple & Google Pay 🤩

#getoutside #adventure #peakdistrict #findyouradventure #blackfridaydeals #christmas

It’s that time of year again! 🥳
We’ve made purchasing gift cards even easier!
Choose your amount to give as credit against any activity… and there’s no expiry date 😮

Secure checkout including Apple & Google Pay 🤩

#getoutside #adventure #peakdistrict #findyouradventure #blackfridaydeals #christmas

The rivers are finally rising! 🤩

#getoutside #adventure #peakdistrict #findyouradventure #derbyshire #matlock #rafting

The rivers are finally rising! 🤩

#getoutside #adventure #peakdistrict #findyouradventure #derbyshire #matlock #rafting

Kayaking + friends = ☺️❤️🌊

#getoutside #adventure #peakdistrict #findyouradventure #kayaking #matlock #derbyshire #outdoors #friends

Kayaking + friends = ☺️❤️🌊

#getoutside #adventure #peakdistrict #findyouradventure #kayaking #matlock #derbyshire #outdoors #friends

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

🙏🏼

#adventuretime #5star #outdoors #paddlesport #getoutside #peakdistrict

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

🙏🏼

#adventuretime #5star #outdoors #paddlesport #getoutside #peakdistrict

We had a blast with the team from @hive_sheff 💻 🤩
Already looking forward to our next adventure together 👊
🛶 💦

#getoutside #adventure #peakdistrict #findyouradventure #matlock #derbyshire #canoeing

We had a blast with the team from @hive_sheff 💻 🤩
Already looking forward to our next adventure together 👊
🛶 💦

#getoutside #adventure #peakdistrict #findyouradventure #matlock #derbyshire #canoeing

Get on and go! 🤩
Our kayaks are stable, easy to paddle and great fun on the #rapids

#adventure #getoutside #findyouradventure #kayaking #matlock #outdoors #derbyshire #kayaking

Get on and go! 🤩
Our kayaks are stable, easy to paddle and great fun on the #rapids

#adventure #getoutside #findyouradventure #kayaking #matlock #outdoors #derbyshire #kayaking

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

We love reading your reviews and strive to achieve 5 star experiences every time 🙌

#stag #hen #adventure #getoutside #peakdistrict

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

We love reading your reviews and strive to achieve 5 star experiences every time 🙌

#stag #hen #adventure #getoutside #peakdistrict

River Tubing vibes 🤩

#getoutside #adventure #peakdistrict #findyouradventure #matlock #derbyshire #tubing

River Tubing vibes 🤩

#getoutside #adventure #peakdistrict #findyouradventure #matlock #derbyshire #tubing

Summer kayaking on our Rapid Tour in #matlock

#adventure #kayaking #getoutside #summeractivities☀️

Summer kayaking on our Rapid Tour in #matlock

#adventure #kayaking #getoutside #summeractivities☀️

The dancing dragonfly 💃

The dancing dragonfly 💃

Proud to be awarded @tripadvisor Travellers Choice Award for our 2025 season! 🤩

We want to say a huge thank you to all our amazing customers who took the time to review us this year. It is greatly appreciated!🙏🏼

#travellerschoice #tripadvisor #winning #outdooradventure #peakdistrict #getoutside

Proud to be awarded @tripadvisor Travellers Choice Award for our 2025 season! 🤩

We want to say a huge thank you to all our amazing customers who took the time to review us this year. It is greatly appreciated!🙏🏼

#travellerschoice #tripadvisor #winning #outdooradventure #peakdistrict #getoutside

Are you ready kids! 🤩

#raftbuilding #seashanty #getoutside #outdoors #activity #peakdistrict

Are you ready kids! 🤩

#raftbuilding #seashanty #getoutside #outdoors #activity #peakdistrict

📆
Last minute spaces available tomorrow afternoon for;
• Kayaking
• Canoeing
• Stand up Paddleboarding

Link to booking in Bio 🔗

📆
Last minute spaces available tomorrow afternoon for;
• Kayaking
• Canoeing
• Stand up Paddleboarding

Link to booking in Bio 🔗

#getoutside

#getoutside

The only way to celebrate in 28°c 🤩
Hag Party Heaven 💯 @zoezoologist

#outdooradventure #tubing #getoutside #adventure #matlock #peakdistrict
@jessy_journeys
@amy_myers77
@bethmaidurant
@t.mackrell

The only way to celebrate in 28°c 🤩
Hag Party Heaven 💯 @zoezoologist

#outdooradventure #tubing #getoutside #adventure #matlock #peakdistrict
@jessy_journeys
@amy_myers77
@bethmaidurant
@t.mackrell

A stunning day on the river!
Perfect weather for COBA Engineerings work event 🤩🔧🌊
Biking with @peakepedals in the am and Rafting in the pm… 💯

#peakdistrict #derbyshire #coba #rafting #getoutside #adventure #outdoors

A stunning day on the river!
Perfect weather for COBA Engineerings work event 🤩🔧🌊
Biking with @peakepedals in the am and Rafting in the pm… 💯

#peakdistrict #derbyshire #coba #rafting #getoutside #adventure #outdoors

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Scottish Classics 2026

📍Fort William
📆 13th - 17th April 2026
🌊 Grade 3/4

Join us in Fort William for a week of classic Scottish whitewater!
Perfect for paddlers looking to step into or consolidate Grade 3/4 kayaking.

🤟🏼 Daily missions to all the classics
🎯 Professional guiding & coaching throughout
🏡 Accommodation included – relax, refuel, and talk lines after each day
🤝 Small group size 2:6, quality paddling, and big smiles guaranteed

💷 £750 total
💳 £200 deposit secures your place

If Scotland’s been on your hit list, this is the trip is not to be missed.
📩 DM us to reserve your spot.

#kayaking #scotland #whitewater #whitewaterkayaking

@realgb

Scottish Classics 2026

📍Fort William
📆 13th - 17th April 2026
🌊 Grade 3/4

Join us in Fort William for a week of classic Scottish whitewater!
Perfect for paddlers looking to step into or consolidate Grade 3/4 kayaking.

🤟🏼 Daily missions to all the classics
🎯 Professional guiding & coaching throughout
🏡 Accommodation included – relax, refuel, and talk lines after each day
🤝 Small group size 2:6, quality paddling, and big smiles guaranteed

💷 £750 total
💳 £200 deposit secures your place

If Scotland’s been on your hit list, this is the trip is not to be missed.
📩 DM us to reserve your spot.

#kayaking #scotland #whitewater #whitewaterkayaking

@realgb

Huge congratulations to Sol for completing his BCAB Advanced White Water Leader Assessment yesterday!
The Clough provided an excellent venue for Sol to demonstrate his ability to lead groups on advanced rivers.

Big thanks to all involved 🙏🏼

Congratulations @sol._.bre 💯

#paddleuk #kayaking #whitewater #getoutside #leadership

Huge congratulations to Sol for completing his BCAB Advanced White Water Leader Assessment yesterday!
The Clough provided an excellent venue for Sol to demonstrate his ability to lead groups on advanced rivers.

Big thanks to all involved 🙏🏼

Congratulations @sol._.bre 💯

#paddleuk #kayaking #whitewater #getoutside #leadership

Last spaces available on our BCAB Advanced White Water Leader Training course!
13th - 14th Dec
£240
North Wales
Joining link in bio

#whitewater #kayaking #paddleuk #coaching #paddlesports #leadership

@tametheelementcoaching

Last spaces available on our BCAB Advanced White Water Leader Training course!
13th - 14th Dec
£240
North Wales
Joining link in bio

#whitewater #kayaking #paddleuk #coaching #paddlesports #leadership

@tametheelementcoaching

An example of the raft flip drill.
This version demonstrates the drill completed without the use of an aid (flip line to climb onto and into the raft)

An aided version can be found via the Paddle UKs YouTube link below.
https://youtu.be/p0FyKUvlKUs?si=q5zi2PCvVvEbqR4k

📸 @lifewithhirst

@peakpaddlesports
#paddleuk #raft #raftguide #flips #guideschool #whitewater #education

An example of the raft flip drill.
This version demonstrates the drill completed without the use of an aid (flip line to climb onto and into the raft)

An aided version can be found via the Paddle UKs YouTube link below.
https://youtu.be/p0FyKUvlKUs?si=q5zi2PCvVvEbqR4k

📸 @lifewithhirst

@peakpaddlesports
#paddleuk #raft #raftguide #flips #guideschool #whitewater #education

Autumn Guide School vibes 🌊🍁

📸 @lifewithhirst

#whitewater #coaching #rafting #autumn #lakedistrictnationalpark #raftguide

Autumn Guide School vibes 🌊🍁

📸 @lifewithhirst

#whitewater #coaching #rafting #autumn #lakedistrictnationalpark #raftguide

Advanced Leadership Week 🤩

Develop your white water kayaking leadership and safety skills in a supportive, high-quality environment.

Chris Evans from Tame the Element Coaching and Jon Best from Rapid Horizons Training hosts this Advanced Leadership course!

This week long course is a progressive and inclusive training course for kayakers looking to build confidence and capability in advanced white water environments.
Combining BCAB Advanced White Water Kayak Leader Training with Advanced White Water Safety, this week offers a complete package for those ready to take the next step in their paddling journey.

Whether you’re an aspiring leader or simply want to deepen your understanding of river safety and group management, this course is designed to meet you where you’re at, then help you go further.

You’ll work alongside supportive coaches and peers in dynamic, real world river scenarios that focus on leadership, decision making, rescue skills, and personal paddling. The emphasis is on growth, not perfection, and on developing a leadership style that suits you.

Message Jon or Chris or email jon@rapidhorizons.com for more info and booking.

Advanced Leadership Week 🤩

Develop your white water kayaking leadership and safety skills in a supportive, high-quality environment.

Chris Evans from Tame the Element Coaching and Jon Best from Rapid Horizons Training hosts this Advanced Leadership course!

This week long course is a progressive and inclusive training course for kayakers looking to build confidence and capability in advanced white water environments.
Combining BCAB Advanced White Water Kayak Leader Training with Advanced White Water Safety, this week offers a complete package for those ready to take the next step in their paddling journey.

Whether you’re an aspiring leader or simply want to deepen your understanding of river safety and group management, this course is designed to meet you where you’re at, then help you go further.

You’ll work alongside supportive coaches and peers in dynamic, real world river scenarios that focus on leadership, decision making, rescue skills, and personal paddling. The emphasis is on growth, not perfection, and on developing a leadership style that suits you.

Message Jon or Chris or email jon@rapidhorizons.com for more info and booking.

Back in the freestyle boat and loving it! 🙌 With so many different kayak designs and styles out there, it’s always good to mix things up. Every new shape brings fresh challenges and helps improve adaptability and skills.
Thanks for epic pic @aaronkenken 📸

@peakpaddlesports
@pyranha.kayaks
@rspaddles

Back in the freestyle boat and loving it! 🙌 With so many different kayak designs and styles out there, it’s always good to mix things up. Every new shape brings fresh challenges and helps improve adaptability and skills.
Thanks for epic pic @aaronkenken 📸

@peakpaddlesports
@pyranha.kayaks
@rspaddles

This Autumn we’re chasing the water, making the Lake District, Yorkshire and North Wales our training ground for 6 action-packed days! 🌊

✅ Paddle UK BCAB endorsed training & assessments
✅ Grade 2 & 3 assessment options available
✅ Add-on Moderate or Advanced White Water Safety modules for those who need the extra bolt-on

💯Led by experienced trainers Jon Best & Rob Hirst from Rapid Horizons Training.

📅 Spaces are limited – get in touch and secure your place today!

Online booking link in bio!
Email or DM for deposit and payment options. — with Rob Hirst.

This Autumn we’re chasing the water, making the Lake District, Yorkshire and North Wales our training ground for 6 action-packed days! 🌊

✅ Paddle UK BCAB endorsed training & assessments
✅ Grade 2 & 3 assessment options available
✅ Add-on Moderate or Advanced White Water Safety modules for those who need the extra bolt-on

💯Led by experienced trainers Jon Best & Rob Hirst from Rapid Horizons Training.

📅 Spaces are limited – get in touch and secure your place today!

Online booking link in bio!
Email or DM for deposit and payment options. — with Rob Hirst.

Autumn Raft Guide School is live!

6 days of guide training, optional advanced safety and grade 2, 3 and TL assessments.

📍
We use varied locations depending on water level and candidates needs and requirements.
Rivers include but not limited to the Kent, Leven, Tees, Dee, Conwy…

Suitable for existing and aspirant guides looking to up-skill / upgrade.
1 day assessment options also available.

📆
3rd - 8th November 25

💰
Full course - £650
1 day assessment only - £250
Booking deposit - £100

DM myself or @lifewithhirst or email jon@jonbestcoaching.co.uk for booking and enquiries.

Autumn Raft Guide School is live!

6 days of guide training, optional advanced safety and grade 2, 3 and TL assessments.

📍
We use varied locations depending on water level and candidates needs and requirements.
Rivers include but not limited to the Kent, Leven, Tees, Dee, Conwy…

Suitable for existing and aspirant guides looking to up-skill / upgrade.
1 day assessment options also available.

📆
3rd - 8th November 25

💰
Full course - £650
1 day assessment only - £250
Booking deposit - £100

DM myself or @lifewithhirst or email jon@jonbestcoaching.co.uk for booking and enquiries.

Autumn Raft Guide School is live!

6 days of guide training, optional advanced safety and grade 2, 3 and TL assessments.

We use varied locations depending on water level and candidates needs and requirements.
Rivers include but not limited to the Kent, Leven, Tees, Dee, Conwy…

Suitable for existing and aspirant guides looking to up-skill / upgrade.
1 day assessment options also available.

Full course - £650
1 day assessment only - £250
Booking deposit - £100

DM or email jon@jonbestcoaching.co.uk for bookings and enquiries.

Autumn Raft Guide School is live!

6 days of guide training, optional advanced safety and grade 2, 3 and TL assessments.

We use varied locations depending on water level and candidates needs and requirements.
Rivers include but not limited to the Kent, Leven, Tees, Dee, Conwy…

Suitable for existing and aspirant guides looking to up-skill / upgrade.
1 day assessment options also available.

Full course - £650
1 day assessment only - £250
Booking deposit - £100

DM or email jon@jonbestcoaching.co.uk for bookings and enquiries.

Cracking day with the team from @manoradventure 🤟🏼

Cracking day with the team from @manoradventure 🤟🏼

Memories from the Moriston during our Spring Classics trip!

@peakpaddlesports
@pyranha.kayaks

Memories from the Moriston during our Spring Classics trip!

@peakpaddlesports
@pyranha.kayaks

Our spring Scottish Classics trip is over but the memories remain strong!
Such a great week with the a great crew 💯

It was a pleasure to introduce the team to some of Scotland’s true gems and witness first hand their progression into a class 4 environment. Loads of personal achievements gained and the whole heap of confidence boosted! Great work all round 🤟🏼

Big thanks to @realgb for providing excellent coaching, guiding and all time safety during our trip! ❤️

Who’s keen for the next one? 😊

@paul_ausp
@joellewisgrey
@gary.edwards.gtz
@the.highduck
@joe_bacon_

Our spring Scottish Classics trip is over but the memories remain strong!
Such a great week with the a great crew 💯

It was a pleasure to introduce the team to some of Scotland’s true gems and witness first hand their progression into a class 4 environment. Loads of personal achievements gained and the whole heap of confidence boosted! Great work all round 🤟🏼

Big thanks to @realgb for providing excellent coaching, guiding and all time safety during our trip! ❤️

Who’s keen for the next one? 😊

@paul_ausp
@joellewisgrey
@gary.edwards.gtz
@the.highduck
@joe_bacon_

BCAB Advanced safety entrapment scenario during our Raft Guide Training week.
Epic photo by @aaronkenken

BCAB Advanced safety entrapment scenario during our Raft Guide Training week.
Epic photo by @aaronkenken

Getting out on the board in preparation for @rapidhorizons upcoming season! 💯
With @emilyrbest @gary.edwards.gtz

@peakpaddlesports

Getting out on the board in preparation for @rapidhorizons upcoming season! 💯
With @emilyrbest @gary.edwards.gtz

@peakpaddlesports

Always a pleasure trying new gear! I can say with confidence, I will be using @rspaddles asap! 💯

📸 @lifewithhirst
@peakpaddlesports
@pyranha.kayaks

#kayaking #whitewater #paddles #rspaddles #strong #power #stability

Always a pleasure trying new gear! I can say with confidence, I will be using @rspaddles asap! 💯

📸 @lifewithhirst
@peakpaddlesports
@pyranha.kayaks

#kayaking #whitewater #paddles #rspaddles #strong #power #stability

Paddlers from @sheff_uni_canoe_club attended their @paddleuk BCAB White Water Safety course this weekend.
A sterling effort despite the colder conditions… great work guys 💯

Big thanks to @lifewithhirst for providing his invaluable input. And as always, the epic footage. 📸

#whitewater #paddleuk #safetyfirst #kayaking

Paddlers from @sheff_uni_canoe_club attended their @paddleuk BCAB White Water Safety course this weekend.
A sterling effort despite the colder conditions… great work guys 💯

Big thanks to @lifewithhirst for providing his invaluable input. And as always, the epic footage. 📸

#whitewater #paddleuk #safetyfirst #kayaking

A successful week of Raft Guide training and assessments in the Lakes 👌
Congratulations to the all the team!

#whitewater #paddleuk #coaching #rafting #raftguide

A successful week of Raft Guide training and assessments in the Lakes 👌
Congratulations to the all the team!

#whitewater #paddleuk #coaching #rafting #raftguide

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