SAFETY AND RESCUE AWARDS AND TRAINING

We run the full range of BCU safety and rescue courses in some of the best locations available, with some of the most experianced practitioners in the UK. We run courses in Sea Kayak, White Water, Canoe and Sit-on-Top Courses as well as assessor training courses.

 

     
 

 
 

Foundation Safety and Rescue Award

This award introduces the fundamental skills and theory of safety and rescue in a flat water environment. We look at towing, deep water rescues and throwline rescues as well as the core principles of safety around water. The course is run in both kayak and canoe.

Prerequisite ability: 2* Award
Cost: £70 Dates:
 

White Water Safety and Rescue Award

This two day course is designed for whitewater paddlers who want to gain or improve their whitewater Safety and Rescue techniques. The course is suitable for both open boaters and kayakers and also fulfils the Safety and Rescue training requirements for the BCU 4 Star Awards.

Prerequisite ability: Foundation Award and 3* WW or Canoe
Cost: £120 Dates:

FSRT Provider Training

If you are a Level 3 Coach and have an alternate 3* you can attend an orientation day to start the proccess of becoming a deliverer of FSRT courses - We are able to deliver these courses as required.

Prerequisite ability: Level 3 Coach and 3*
Cost: £POA Dates: As required
 

IWSK Sit-on-Top Safety and Rescue Award

Sit-on-Top Kayaking is, with a bit of training, a very safe activity. Our safety and rescue course looks at setting the scene of prevention is better than cure, and planning to avoid incidents; however things go wrong, so we will show the skills of towing, self rescues, assisted rescues and rescuing others.

Prerequisite ability: IWSK L1 or some experience
Cost: £70 Dates:
   
 

1:1 Coaching

This day is set by you, covering what you want to cover. With dedicated one to one coaching from a highly qualified and experienced coach you will progress quickly, with your skills and knowledge advancing at a pace that suits you.

Prerequisite ability: None - Advanced
Cost: £160 Dates: contact for details
   
 
   
 
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