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Looking to lead paddlesport journeys? Do you want to support your club leading mixed craft?
Looking to lead paddlesport journeys on open inland water environment and on slow moving water?
Suitable for leading groups on large areas of open water.
Suitable for leading groups of canoeists on Grade 2(3) white water or equivalent weirs.
Lead groups of canoeists on large areas of open water.
Suitable for leading groups of canoeists on Grade 3(4) white water or equivalent weirs.
Lead groups of sea kayakers on moderate sea environments.
Available in tidal and non-tidal qualifications.
Lead groups of sea kayakers on advanced sea environments.
Available in tidal and non-tidal qualifications.
Suitable for leading a group of surf paddlers in moderate surf environments.
Suitable for leading surf kayakers on advanced surf environments.
Lead a group of white water paddlers on grade 2(3) white water rivers.
Lead a group of white water paddlers on up to Grade 4 white water rivers.
Lead journeys on white water. New course available March 2024.
Lead a group of paddleboarders on moderate sea environment.
Lead a group of paddleboarders on large areas of open water.
Available as 3 qualifications:
Available as 2 qualifications
Do you want to take groups of people from all walks of life white water rafting? Do you have experience of white water rafting on man made artificial sites?
Lead groups of white water paddlers at artificial white water venues.
Aimed at coaches, youth leaders and others who wish to introduce and develop paddlers on Bell Boats for recreation and sport. Bell Boat Helms may operate on sheltered water including to include slow moving rivers and quiet canals, small lakes or small areas of larger lakes.
The Guide Endorsement can be added to any of the leadership awards. It is for British Canoeing Leaders who are involved in guiding activity, particularly those working within adventure tourism and commercial markets. This endorsement is aimed at supporting and recognising the additional skills required when fulfilling a guiding role.