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Paddle UK Sheltered Water Canoe/Kayak Coach Training

A 2-day coach training course to allow you to coach Canoe and/or Kayak in a sheltered water environment.


When are the next available courses?
  • 1st-2nd May

    • Where does the course take place?

    The training will take place on bodies of water in South West England. The exact location will be confirmed upon booking. Please note, no transport is included.

    Are there any pre-requirements?

    This course is the discipline-specific course for anyone aged 16+ who is interested in coaching Canoeing and/or Kayaking in a sheltered water environment. You must have completed the Core Coach Training. We also recommend completing the Paddle Explore award to be comfortable independently paddling on sheltered water. You also need a Full Membership of Paddle UK (formerly British Canoeing), Safeguarding Training (dated within 3 years), and a 1-Day First Aid certification (dated within 3 years).

    What's included in Sheltered Water Canoe/Kayak Coach Training?
    On this award, you will focus on HOW to coach the WHAT (discipline-specific skills) and WHERE you will be coaching. The training explores how to coach technical and tactical skills. The course will:
  • Help you to plan and deliver safe, enjoyable, progressive coaching sessions
  • Explore specifics to help you coach typical learners in the Sheltered Water Environment in a Canoe or Kayak

    • Important Information
  • You will be sent further joining instructions upon booking onto this course. Please read these carefully and get in touch if you have any questions or concerns.
  • Always check the weather forecast and prepare to dress accordingly.
  • We will provide centre-specific equipment. If you have your own, feel free to bring it along.
  • The assessment takes place separately. Please contact us if you would like to book an assessment.
  • You will also need to have completed the Core Coach to go for an assessment.
  • Learn more about Sheltered Water Canoe/Kayak Coach Training Courses.