BCU Paddlesports Performance Awards

For those who paddle ‘general purpose’ kayaks and those who use an ‘open’ canoe in a 'traditional' context. The star awards are a requirement for entry into the BCU Coaching scheme.

1* concentrates on the basic strokes and can be assesed in any craft

2* develops boats handling skills in both canoe and kayak

3* looks at boat handling competence in specific disciplines – Whitewater, Sea, Surf, Canoe or Touring

4* and 5 * awards require experience and expertise in undertaking self-contained journeys and the leadership of others - Whitewater, Sea, Surf or Canoe

Get in touch should you wish to do any of these courses

Further information can be obtained by visiting the British Canoe Union website

Monday Morning Wave

Photographer: Chris Klopf

Jason 'Ratboy' Collins salutes the sun with his own flash of brilliance. Photographer Chris Klopf says of this shot: Sundown sessions with five of your friends do still happen in northern California.

BCU Foundation Safety & Rescue Training

This one day course is designed to provide the hazard awareness and rescue skills needed for safe paddle on flat water. It includes theory modules and practical activities. The FSRT is a prerequisite for the BCU/ UKCC Level 1 and 2 Coach awards.

Areas that would covered include:

* Group management and communication.
* Safety and rescue protocols.
* Bank based rescue techniques.
* Boat based rescue techniques.
* Self rescue techniques.
* Rescuing an unconscious or entrapped paddler.
* Advice and familiarisation with safety equipment and its use.

Get in touch should you wish to do this course

Further information can be obtained by visiting the British Canoe Union website