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Activities Available at the IBC

Please Note: this page is still under construction. All the videos are online, but some of the activity descriptions are missing. Thank You.

On this page you can have a look at the different activities available at the Islington Boat Club. On each activity there is a short description, a photo and a short video clip.

To watch the video clip, you will need RealPlayer. If you don't have it, it is available for free from the Real website. It is on the right hand side of the page.

Quick Jump:

  • Promotional Video
  • Bell Boat
  • Power Boat Level 1
  • Kayaking
  • Mile Long Tunnel
  • Open Top Kayak
  • Sailing
  • Slalom
  • The Slide

Promotional Video

This is a 10 minute promotional video of the Islington Boat Club, and will show you the different activities available at the club, some information about the Youth Club and Schools Programme as well as some feedback from the young people who attend the club.

If you are considering coming to us, then please have a look at this video as we are sure it will show you what a wonderful place the boat club is for young people to learn and have fun.

This video was shot & edited by Satori Media.

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Bell Boat

The Bell Boat is a team boat for all, which has been used by every section of the community. It is nine metres long and the catamaran design makes it very stable - this enables safe transportation of up to 8 adults or up to 14 children plus a helm/coach. It can be used by all ages and any ability - it truly is a boat for ALL!

The Bell Boat is ideally used as a school on water and gives those taking part a greater understanding of teamwork, individual strengths and co-operation. Above all, it's fun!

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Power Boat Level 1

The children's powerboat courses were introduced in 2004. Children from age 8 upwards can take the Level 1 course whilst those aged 12 and over can take the Level 2 course. Certificates we issue to children are endorsed:

The RYA Level One course acts as a good introduction to the world of power boating. Your instructor will cover the following topics with you during your day with him/her:

  • Launch & Recovery
  • Preparation of Boat
  • Boat Handling
  • Picking up and securing to a mooring buoy
  • Leaving and coming alongside
  • Being Towed

The shore based element of the day will cover: Personal buoyancy; insurance; loading and how this effects handling & performance, balance & trim; crew members; awareness of other water users; application of the collision regulations (IRPCS); local bylaws; accepting a tow and rope work.

No prior boating experience is necessary. The course suits those keen to try power boating as a taster session or as a 'competent crew' course. Minimum age: 9

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Kayaking

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Mile Long Tunnel

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Open Top Kayak

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Sailing

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Slalom

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The Slide

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