Paddlesports Instructor Award
The perfect award for paddlers introducing new people to paddlesports
What is it?
The British Canoeing Awarding Body, Paddlesport Instructor Award, is the perfect award for those wishing to introduce new paddlers to our sport.
This is a multi-craft award, allowing you as a leader to lead canoes, kayaks and paddleboards from whichever craft you are most comfortable in.
Where is it?
The paddlesports Instructor environment is on inland waters, no more than 50 meters from the shoreline, with easy access and egress throughout.
Who's it for?
Perfect for people operating in clubs and centres that are taking people on their first-ever paddling experience, and want to ensure the activity is safe and fun.
Course Breakdown
We will learn skills and techniques from our chosen craft, allowing us to run taster sessions for groups in multiple crafts. The primary focus will be on running safe, enjoyable sessions where our students learn the basics of paddlesports. Assessment is done throughout the course, and candidates have opportunities to deliver sessions.
Group
Price
£200
2 Days
4 - 6 People
£560
Training and assessment
This course is a two-day ongoing training and assessment course
What else is included?
We know that after you pass your Paddlesports Instructor, you’re only at the start of your instructing journey.
To help you, we’ll always be at the end of the phone and in our CAG Adventures Private Facebook Group, which we set up to mentor, support, and guide you through this exciting and challenging journey.
We’re also committing to your development by making your tutor available to mentor you in person once a year over the next three years. All we ask from you is to cover fuel costs and any expenses related to their visit.