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Go Paddling
Safety Awareness Course
British Canoeing Awarding Body is delighted to introduce the NEW Go Paddling Safety Awareness course . The course is designed for anyone new to paddling , wanting to gain knowledge and raise their awareness of paddling safely in a sheltered water environment , in the craft of their choice , including kayaks , canoes , stand up paddleboards , sit-on-tops , inflatables and skis .
The main focus of the course is ‘ supporting the paddler ’, encouraging the individual to consider where they might paddle , the equipment they use and to provide practical solutions if they get into difficulty .
The course is approximately two hours and covers –
• Equipment
• Environmental factors
• Planning
• Rescues
Open to paddlers of any age and ability , participants will be able to explore and practice a range of techniques to support them to get the most out of their paddling safely .
These courses will be available soon , so keep an eye out on the Go Paddling website for more details .
How to become a Provider of the new safety course
Resources to support your Safety …
There are a range of resources to support you paddling safely on the Go Paddling website including a video gallery which offers bite-sized advice on a range of subjects from Stand Up Paddleboarding ( SUP ) to sea kayaking and the weather . There is also a range of downloads with easy to digest PDFs , including a checklist so you can double check you have everything before you paddle .
The British Canoeing Awarding Body digital library includes a whole host of resources including the ‘ Introduction to Paddlesport eLearning ’. This eLearning is the perfect introduction for those who are just getting started with paddlesport and goes through some key equipment , safety precautions and environmental factors that are vital information for beginners .
www . britishcanoeingawarding . org . uk / resource / introduction-to-paddlesport www . britishcanoeing . org . uk
British Canoeing Awarding Body Instructors , Coaches , Leaders and Guides can offer the Go Paddling Safety Awareness Course by completing the Safety Awareness Provider eLearning , as well as ensuring they remain up to date .
The eLearning provides guidance and structure on the ethos and delivery of the course as well as how to certificate participants . Visit the British Canoeing Awarding Body website to start your eLearning , which includes a session guide and a range of resources to support your delivery .