HASTINGS GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Two Hours of Sea Kayaking off Hastings: Surf the Waves, Thread the Rocks, Spot Seals
A guided, two-hour session by Epic Life that teaches sea‑kayak technique while you paddle the rocky Hastings shoreline; wetsuits, buoyancy aids and helmets are provided.
Two Hours of Sea Kayaking off Hastings: Surf the Waves, Thread the Rocks, Spot Seals.
Set against the chalk and pebble coast of Hastings, this two‑hour sea‑kayak training session is a compact, hands‑on introduction to paddling on open water. Expect coached technique, paddling around rocky outcrops and, when conditions allow, catching small waves — with the occasional seal sighting punctuating the outing. All equipment is supplied so you arrive ready to get on the water and make the most of the coastline.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Paddle the Rocky Hastings Shoreline
The route concentrates on the immediate coastline, navigating around rocks and headlands where tide and swell shape a varied paddling terrain — ideal for learning edging, turning and reading water.
Two Hours of Technique and Play
Over a compact two‑hour session you'll receive practical technique pointers and time on the sea to practice paddling, surfing small waves and handling your 14–17‑foot sea kayak in changing conditions.
Chance Encounters with Seals
Trips often include wildlife moments: seals are sometimes sighted close to shore, adding an unpredictable and memorable element to a short coastal paddle.
What the day feels like
How the Session Feels
The session is brisk and practical: after meeting and gearing up you head to sea for guided practice in paddling technique, boat control and wave riding. Time on the water adapts to the weather — from sheltered paddling around rocks to short surf runs — and the focus is on making the most of the coastline within a two‑hour window.
THE COAST
Paddle the Rocky Hastings Shoreline
The route concentrates on the immediate coastline, navigating around rocks and headlands where tide and swell shape a varied paddling terrain — ideal for learning edging, turning and reading water.
THE EXPERIENCE
Two Hours of Technique and Play
Over a compact two‑hour session you'll receive practical technique pointers and time on the sea to practice paddling, surfing small waves and handling your 14–17‑foot sea kayak in changing conditions.
WILDLIFE
Chance Encounters with Seals
Trips often include wildlife moments: seals are sometimes sighted close to shore, adding an unpredictable and memorable element to a short coastal paddle.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this session suits — and who might want something different.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The guided session runs for two hours.
Meet at The White Rock Hotel, Hastings, East Sussex TN34 1JZ for briefing, kit fitting and changing before launch.
Bring shoes you can get wet in (trainers or water shoes), a large towel for the communal changing rooms and arrive in your swimming kit to save time.
All equipment is supplied by the operator, including wetsuits, buoyancy aids and helmets; 14–17 foot sea kayaks are used for the session.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the session?
The sea kayak training session lasts two hours.
Do I need prior kayaking experience?
No prior experience is required; the session is described as a safe introduction suitable for all skill levels and includes technique instruction.
Where do we meet before the trip?
Participants meet at The White Rock Hotel, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 1JZ.
What equipment is supplied?
The operator provides all equipment, including wetsuits, buoyancy aids and helmets.
What should I bring?
Bring shoes that can get wet (trainers or water shoes), a large towel for the communal changing rooms and arrive in your swimming kit to save time.
What size kayaks are used?
The session uses sea kayaks in the 14–17 foot range.