HASSRA Leeds Climbing Club Water-ski Taster

Sheffield Cable Water-ski is situated in the picturesque setting of Rother Valley Country Park in Sheffield.

The cable is a great place to learn to kneeboard or water-ski.

Most people have heard of water-skiing, but expect a boat. The easiest way of describing how the cable ski works is by comparing it to a snow ski lift, it's supported by four towers around the lake and rather than running up the mountain, it runs around the lake.

The beauty of the cable is that it is constantly running (doesn't need to stop for you to have your go) and up to 8 people can ski around at one time - making it a great social activity for riders and spectators alike.

You'll benefit from the easy starting position on the dock - you can slide off from here on a kneeboard or skis.

We are organising a one hour session at 11am on Sunday the 12^th of September 2010.

Participants will be expected to make their own way to the Cable.

The cost is £18 per person but HASSRA Leeds members can get a refund of 30% on this activity.

The price includes tuition by qualified British Water Ski Federation (BWSF) instructors, and hire of equipment (wetsuit, buoyancy aid, skis, kneeboard).

Skiers/ riders must be 12 years and above to water-ski and wakeboard on the cable ski. Skiers/ riders must also be able to swim 50 metres unaided and see 50 metres unaided. These are common sense rules in place for your safety and enjoyment.

If you are interested in taking part in this activity please email JENNIFER.SWORD-WILLIAMS@JOBCENTREPLUS.GSI.GOV.UK by Friday August 27^th please include your HASSRA Leeds membership number in the email.

For further information on the Cable please visit www.sheffieldcablewaterski.com