Cancellation Policy
Active360 Cancellation Policy
- First reschedule is free if email request to reschedule is submitted 5 days before the session’s start; every subsequent reschedule will be subject to £15 admin fee.
Reschedule request submitted less than 5 days but more than 72hrs in advance will be subject to £15 admin fee.
Reschedule request submitted more than 24hrs but less than 72hrs will be subject to 50% charge of the value of the session.
Reschedule request submitted less than 24hrs is treated as ‘Cancelled on the Day’ and full charges apply; partial refunds or credit vouchers for parts of payment can be offered in exceptional circumstances and depending on the session type.
All requests to reschedule must be submitted by email to: info@active360.co.uk
Cancellations by Active360
Changes to group sessions by Active360
This policy is reviewed frequently and based on our experiences on the river as well as industry best practice. We are always looking to improve safety and are open to new ideas and developments in equipment.
Leashes and PFDs (Personal Floating Device) also known as buoyancy aids are essential safety equipment and both have their uses in water environments. On the sea a leash can be considered essential equipment. When we are running coastal activities we would always use them for paddlers at all levels and to date we have not encountered a situation where a leash would not make SUP safer. Being on the board or holding on to it is the safest place to be in open water In cold water thermal shock (from sudden immersion) and hypothermia from prolonged immersion are significant risks so it’s very important to be able to get back on the board quickly. Generally a coiled knee leash will be suitable for sea trips in open water where there is rarely a situation where a SUP paddler will want to separate quickly from their board. Before using them our coaches will demonstrate how to remove the leash and make sure everyone has practiced this at the start of the session.
What’s different about the Tideway?
The Tidal Thames (the Tideway) is a slow moving river (not whitewater) . It is relatively narrow with at high tide 150-200m to each bank from the centre and at low tide considerably less in most reaches It has at times powerful currents of up to 5 knots and many moorings, overhanging trees and piers which can be at some stages of the tide, and particularly on spring tides, hazardous to all river users. On the Thames Tideway a buoyancy aid is essential equipment and we will always provide these and require novice paddlers to wear them. We mostly use low volume buoyancy aids which are suited to SUP and do not make it significantly more difficult to get back on the board. A well fitted buoyancy aid will also help protect the wearer from thermal shock and from hypothermia. If a paddler is pinned against a mooring a buoyancy aid will help them to stay afloat and not get dragged underneath the mooring where there are often obstructions. In some circumstances a buoyancy aid could worsen the situation if a swimmer is dragged by the tide underneath a pontoon or mooring – but on balance we consider it better to wear one and reduce the risk of being dragged down. We have dealt with several incidents in SUP and in kayaking where a swimmer in a buoyancy aid has been pinned against a pier or mooring and they have each time been able to maintain buoyancy until rescued. In each case being leashed to their board or boat may have made things worse if panic had set and the quick release buckle was not found quickly in as entanglement could be fatal Reaching for a leash may require the wearer to bend at the waist, putting them at risk of submerging their head in water. Additionally it would require a free hand, which may not be possible if they are holding onto a buoyant feature such as pontoon, pier or buoy.
We do not provide leashes for novice paddlers on the Tideway as we consider them to place a paddler at significantly increased risk of entanglement in moorings, buoys, bridges, piles and trees (for example) . We consider that only quick release (waist or buoyancy aid attached) leashes are suitable for river use . In our opinion these should only be used by experienced paddlers who have practiced using them on the river in simulated emergency situations and would be unlikely to panic if pinned by the current and entangled in a mooring or tree branch. A leg leash (knee of ankle) could be very difficult to remove quickly in a pinning situation because of the power of moving water against the swimmer.
Opinions on leash use in whitewater are divided as there are many different river environments. We consider the advice below to be the most reasonable and we would follow it on whitewater rivers.
Experienced paddlers should consider the conditions they will be paddling in before setting out when deciding on what safety equipment is appropriate. The best advice in our opinion is provided by Trey Knight * “There is no rule that can be applied to any and all situations except to stop and think objectively about the risks and rewards of wearing a leash or lifejacket”.
For more informaiton on using the Thames for recreation please go visit the Port of London Authority website.
*Kayak and SUP Manager at the US National Whitewater Centre See more at: http://distressedmullet.com/2015/08/29/whitewater-sup-and-leashes/#sthash.hQY3NiCv.dpuf
Summary:
Each month until September Active 360 will be giving two people the opportunity to have a go at paddle boarding for free at one of our three venues – Kew Bridge, Paddington or Brentford Lock.
To be entered into our monthly draw to win, the only requirement is to
Like and comment on the (pinned) Facebook competition post
Entries can be received between May 23rd 2022 and September 30th 2022 at midnight, and you can enter only once a month. Entries must be on the original Facebook competition post. One winner will be picked at random using a random number generator.
Terms and conditions
- How to Enter
1.1. To join in the competition on Facebook, users will need to like and comment on the original Facebook competition post. This post will be pinned at the top of the Facebook page for the duration of that month’s competition. The competition entrant will then be entered into the draw for that month.
1.2. The 2 monthly winners will be picked at random from all entries from Facebook on the first day of the following month (so the draw of the June winners will take place on July 1st, the draw for the July winners on August 1st, the draw for the August winners on September 1st, the draw for the September winners on October 1st.
1.3. Each person can only enter once a month.
When to Enter and Who can Enter
2.1. The Competition opens on 11th April 2022 and closes at midnight on 30th September 2022. The 2 monthly winners will be announced on the Active 360 Facebook page by the end of the first week of the new month. Winners will be contacted directly by Active 360 about receiving their prize.
2.2. Entries can be received at any point between these dates.
2.3. The Competition can be won by anyone, excluding those connected with the administration of the Competition.
Prizes
3.1. There will be two winners per month. The winners will receive one Active 360 voucher to be used against a paddle board session or Canoe rental at one of the three venues.
3.2. The winners are very welcome to submit a review of their prizes.
3.3. The Prizes are as stated and cannot be sold or exchanged for cash, goods or services. The Prizes will be emailed to the winner’s address.
Data Protection and Publicity
4.1. The participants consent to their name and basic information being disclosed on Active 360’s digital channels or other media if they win any Prizes under the Competition.
4.2. Any personal data relating to participants will be used solely in accordance with current UK data protection legislation. By entering the Competition, you agree that Active 360 may contact you in relation to the Competition.
4.3. Competition winners will be contacted by Active 360. You must provide accurate contact details on notification.
Competition Rules
5.1. The Competition will be run and Prizes will be awarded at Active 360‘s sole discretion.
5.2. We reserve the right to refuse entry into the Competition.
5.4. We reserve the right to change the Competition rules and these Terms and Conditions from time to time. If we do so, we will always have the most up to date terms and conditions on the Active 360 website.
Liability and Indemnities
6.1. Except in the case of death or personal injury arising from its negligence, or in respect of fraud, and so far as is permitted by law, Active 360 and its associated companies and agents and distributors exclude responsibility and all liabilities, whether direct or indirect, arising from:
6.1.1. any postponement or cancellation of the Competition;
6.1.2. any changes to, supply of or use of the Prizes; and 6.1.3. any act or default of any supplier, which are beyond Active 360’s reasonable control.
6.2. Active 360 does not accept responsibility for any liability arising from technical incompatibility, problems relating to the internet, or technical difficulties of any kind
6.3. Active 360 shall not be liable, whether in tort, contract, misrepresentation or otherwise for loss of profits, loss of anticipated savings, loss of goods, loss of use, loss or corruption of data or information, or any special, indirect, consequential or pure economic loss, costs, damages, charges or expenses
6.4. You agree to indemnify Active 360 against all liabilities, claims and expenses that may arise from any breach of your agreement with Active 360.
6.5. This competition is in no way endorsed by Facebook. By entering this competition you agree to a complete release of Facebook from all liability in connection with this competition.
Jurisdiction
7.1. The Competition and these Terms and Conditions are governed by English Law. English Courts shall have exclusive jurisdiction to settle any dispute or claim that arises out of or in connection with these Terms and Conditions.