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Paddlesport Instructor
Launched : January 2019
Aimed at : Paddlers whose main focus is to deliver paddlesport taster / starter sessions and short journeys in very sheltered water environments , within the safety management systems of clubs / centres or other organisations Age : 14 + Craft : Stable craft typically used for taster / starter sessions ( including kayak , open canoe , sit-on-top and SUP ) Prerequisites : Foundation safety and rescue training and a membership of British Canoeing Training & Assessment : Two days combined Examples : Organisations running introductory sessions for those who have never tried paddling or clubs playing games to progress their new paddler ’ s paddlesport skills
Clubs , centres and organisations are able to select a variety of instructors , coaches and leaders to suit their needs .
Coach Award
Launched : January 2018 Aimed at : Paddlers who wish to coach those who want to gain / improve paddlesport skills within a chosen discipline . This will include coaching beginners new to the sport or paddlers looking to develop their skills in the given discipline / environment . Age : 16 + at the time of assessment , or aged 18 for advanced water options Craft : 22 options available covering all of our main disciplines and environments , including SUP Prerequisites : A British Canoeing membership is the only prerequisite of Core Coach Training Training : Two day Core Coach Training ( online or practical ), two day discipline specific training Assessment : One day assessment Examples : A Polo club looking to develop their athlete ’ s skills or a club coaching sea kayaking sessions in a moderate or advanced water environment
Canoe Focus Late Summer 2021