Adult BC Paddlesport Safety and Rescue

kayaking

8 hrs

Max 6 people

Description

Paddlesport Safety and Rescue Course

Minimum age 16 and upwards.

The course is intended for all paddlers, coaches and volunteers, irrespective of craft or discipline choice, it is boat-based.

It provides training on key skills needed to operate safely and deal with common emergencies in a sheltered water environment. These skills then form the foundations for safety and rescue throughout the British Canoeing Awarding Body awards.

More information is available in this document:

https://britishcanoeingawarding.org.uk/paddlesport-safety-and-rescue/

There are no prerequisites for the course.

The learning day is 7 hours.

Any questions please get in touch info@whiteadderwatersports.co.uk

or 01361 610160.

Requirements

Paddlestart Explore or two-star award certificate.

What to bring

If you have your own Buoyancy Aid, wetsuit and boots, please bring them. The centre will supply these but having your own is recommended so you are comfortable.

It is likely that the water will be cold so please bear that in mind.

Itinerary

Complete activities and exercises around the Centre and reservoir. Attend classes in the Centre classroom.

Whiteadder Watersports Winging

Duns, GB
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From £75.00 per adult

Free cancellation
Up to 1 day in advance

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