Epic Life Kent

We are often asked, "Why do I need to wear a buoyancy aid? I'm an excellent swimmer," or "The water is shallow, so I don't need one."

The simple answer is that a buoyancy aid is one of the most important pieces of safety equipment you can wear when taking part in watersports.

A buoyancy aid helps keep you afloat if you fall into the water, giving you extra time and energy to get back onto your paddleboard, kayak, or canoe safely. Even strong swimmers can become tired, injured, or affected by cold water shock, making it much harder to stay afloat unaided.

A buoyancy aid can:
• Help keep your head above water.
• Reduce fatigue while swimming or waiting for assistance.
• Provide extra confidence, especially for less experienced paddlers.
• Offer useful pockets and attachment points for safety equipment.
• Improve visibility to other water users and rescuers.
• Help protect your upper body from knocks and bumps.

Conditions on the water can change quickly, and accidents can happen unexpectedly. Cold water, strong currents, wind, hidden obstacles, or a simple slip can affect anyone, regardless of their swimming ability or experience.

At EpicLife, we strongly recommend that all paddlers wear a buoyancy aid whenever they are on the water. It is a simple piece of equipment that can make a huge difference in an emergency and helps ensure everyone can enjoy their time on the water safely.

Just as importantly, your buoyancy aid needs to fit correctly. A poorly fitting buoyancy aid may not perform as intended when you need it most.

If you would like advice on choosing the right buoyancy aid, please do not hesitate to contact us. We stock a range of buoyancy aids at our Bodiam shop and online, and you are very welcome to come and try them on. We are always happy to help with fitting advice and finding the most suitable buoyancy aid for your paddling activities.

Stay safe and enjoy your time on the water. #

Join Us for a Friendly Paddle, Pizza & Quiz Evening!

Come and join us on Friday 26th June for a relaxed and fun evening with our paddleboarding community at Bodiam.

We will start with a gentle social paddle along the beautiful River Rother before heading back to enjoy pizza from The Hub (or bring your own snacks) and a light-hearted quiz with a few prizes up for grabs.

Whether you are a regular paddler, new to the sport, coming with friends and family, or arriving on your own, everyone is welcome. It's all about getting together, meeting like-minded people, having a laugh, and enjoying a summer evening by the river.

Quiz Entry Donation: £2 per person (or more if you would like)
All proceeds will be donated to the RNLI.

We will also be running a raffle, with prizes and all money will go to the RNLI

Free if you bring your own board
Boards available to hire

Pizzas must be ordered in advance via:
thehubcafe.app4food.co.uk
(We recommend ordering for collection between 7:45pm and 8:00pm)

Book online at www.epiclife.co.uk
📞 07377 184505

We would love to see our EpicLife community come together for what promises to be a fantastic evening on and off the water.

Interval Training This Sunday

Join us this Sunday at Tonbridge at 8:30am for our paddleboard interval training session.

Why is interval training so good for paddlers?
It improves your paddling fitness and endurance,
Increases your speed and power on the board,
Helps you recover more quickly between efforts &
Improves paddle technique under different intensities
Builds confidence when paddling in challenging conditions.

Our sessions combine short bursts of effort with recovery periods, helping you improve your fitness.
A great way to prepare for races, longer paddles, and trips and burns calories while having fun on the water

Suitable for anyone looking to improve their paddling, whether you’re training for an event, want to paddle further with less effort, or simply enjoy a fun and challenging workout with like-minded people.

Come and join us on the water and see how interval training can help your training.

Book online at www.epiclife.co.uk or call 📞 07377 184505

Give Dad the Gift of Adventure this Father’s Day!

Looking for something a little different this Father's Day?

Treat Dad to an EpicLife Gift Card and give him the freedom to choose his next adventure.

Whether it's paddleboarding, kayaking, archery, axe throwing, a guided trip, or one of our instructor-led sessions, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Create memories, learn new skills, and spend time outdoors doing something fun together.

Gift cards are available to purchase online and can be used across all EpicLife activities
and sites.

Give the gift of adventure this Father's Day.
purchase online www.epiclife.co.uk or
📞07377 184505

Join us on Sunday 19th July for our Wallingford to Pangbourne paddle on the beautiful River Thames.

This scenic journey takes us through the stunning Goring Gap, widely regarded as one of the most picturesque stretches of the Thames, with rolling countryside, charming riverside villages, and abundant wildlife along the way.

As well as enjoying a fantastic day on the water, we'll cover the key elements of trip planning, including:
Preparing for a paddle trip
Essential equipment and safety kit
Understanding weather and river conditions
Route planning and navigation
Assessing suitable conditions for your ability level.

To help you get the most from the experience, we will also hold a Zoom meeting before the trip where we will work through the planning process together, discuss the route, look at weather and conditions, and answer any questions you may have.

This trip is ideal for anyone looking to build confidence in planning their own paddling adventures while enjoying one of the most beautiful sections of the River Thames.

Book online at www.epiclife.co.uk or call 📞 07377 184505.

We look forward to paddling with you!