The Paddler magazine Issue 58 early Spring 2021 | Page 84

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Become a Raft Guide

Do you Raft Guide on artificial , man-made white water courses or natural rivers , in the UK or internationally ? Then check out British Canoeing ’ s new Raft Guide Awards .
The Awards are ideal for individuals , clubs and commercial operators looking to raft on man-made white water courses , as well as rivers up to grade 4 . The Awards support you to run fun , safe and enjoyable white water rafting trips , based on your clients ’ needs and aspirations .
The choice is yours …
> The Stadium Raft Guide Award is aimed at those looking to take groups rafting on man-made artificial white water courses
> The Raft Guide Award is for those who go white water rafting on natural rivers , available on either grade 2 , 3 or 4
> The River Trip Leader is aimed at Raft Guides who want to lead a flotilla of rafts on natural rivers , on either grade 3 or 4
Your learning journey …
It is important that you take an active role in deciding the appropriate training and experience that you need . The new awards are aligned to the British Canoeing educational philosophy and provide choice in your development journey whilst also recognising and celebrating your existing experience .
British Canoeing Training
The choice is yours to design the development journey to suit your existing skills and circumstances . We believe this individualised approach will be cost effective , reduce travel , and broaden the ability of guides to develop their rafting practice .
Supportive resources
There are a range of resources to support Raft Guides in their development journey on the British Canoeing digital library , including the Leadership and Raft Guide self-analysis tool , Raft Guide video playlist , journey planners and checklists . Head to www . britishcanoeingawarding . org . uk / leadershipraft-guide-resources / to find out more .
Assessment
Your assessment takes place over one or two days , depending on the course ratios and logistics relating to accessing suitable environments .
So what are you waiting for ?
Start your development journey to becoming a Raft Guide today !
British Canoeing recognised training courses are delivered by highly experienced British Canoeing Raft Guide Providers and typically cover leadership skills , the associated personal skills , group management , safety and rescue skills . Our providers will also be able to help identify appropriate action plans to support your progress towards a successful assessment . www . britishcanoeing . org . uk
Other training opportunities
Many British Canoeing Raft Guide Providers are willing to offer bespoke training to individuals or groups . Providers have explicit knowledge of the award requirements and are well placed to design an appropriate training programme to support your development .