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BC Paddlesport Leader Training

Qualify LEVEL | 2 day(s) | Ratio 1:6 | From £215.00

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Overview

If you’re working towards your Paddlesport Leader and want to develop your skills then this optional training course is the one for you.

This course is all about meeting your development needs. We’ll look at the leadership and rescue skills required to lead mixed craft groups on journeys on open water with winds up to force 3 and on gently moving rivers. We’ll also help you to develop your own paddling skills in your chosen craft.

We’ll make sure you’ll leave the course with a detailed picture of the assessment standard, a development plan to get you to that level and a firm grasp of what the assessment should involve.

 

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AIMS

To help you work towards your British Canoeing Paddlesport Leader, which qualifies you to lead mixed craft groups on sheltered lochs, gently flowing rivers and slow moving estuaries.

PRE-REQUISITES

To get the most out of this course you’ll feel confident manoeuvring your chosen craft on sheltered water.

IS IT FOR ME?

If you’re working towards your Paddlesport Leader and would like some additional input then this optional training course is for you.

Take a good look at the skills checklist and assessment guidance, which can be found at https://www.britishcanoeingawarding.org.uk

The Leadership and Raft Guide awards course guide is also well worth reading.

CONTENT

This course runs with a maximum of 6 participants.

We’ll look at all the skills required to lead mixed craft groups on sheltered open water and gently moving rivers. This likely to include rafting and sailing as well as the paddling skills and tactics needed to manoeuvre your boat.

We’ll also take a look at rescues, dealing with and avoiding incidents.

Step 1

Book your course place online

Step 2

Call to book accommodation. Prices from £60pn

DATES & PRICES

2024
COURSE DATE COST
(with accommodation)
COST
(no accommodation)
PLACES BOOKING
Date28/05/24Cost (with accommodation)Call Us – Prices from £60pnCost (no accommodation)£215.00Places
Date03/08/24Cost (with accommodation)Call Us – Prices from £60pnCost (no accommodation)£215.00Places
Need a different date? Call 01479 861 256 to arrange your own date, or email [email protected]

USEFUL INFORMATION

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

Instruction

Use of kit

Packed lunch and afternoon tea each day

In-course transport

WHAT'S INCLUDED IF YOU CHOOSE THE RESIDENTIAL OPTION - AS ABOVE PLUS

Bed in en suite room – available from 3pm on day before your course starts

Meals from breakfast on the first day of your course, until packed lunch on the final day.

Use of the facilities at Glenmore Lodge

 

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WHAT WILL I NEED

We have a wide range of appropriate equipment available to borrow including;

  • Canoes, Kayaks and SUPs
  • Paddles
  • Group shelters
  • Buoyancy aids
  • Helmets
  • Poles
  • Sails
  • Tracking lines
  • Wetsuits
  • Wetsuit boots
  • Cags
  • Paddling trousers
  • Pogies/gloves
  • Dry bags

Glenmore Lodge also has a pool & climbing wall

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