The BCU Paddlesport Start is designed as an encouragement award,to aid a paddler into becoming a 1 star holder.

Course Dates : Please ask for details Cost : £45

BCU 1 Star

The 1 star award is a clear stepping stone to becoming a paddler.Designed as a basic course,the 1 star is the level people would typically reach after an introductory course.

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BCU 2 Star

This is an improvement award that helps paddlers develop fundamental paddlesport skills on flat water.The emphasis is on gaining a breadth of experience,creating the desired movement of the boat and developing an understanding into how the paddle,boat and water interact.

Course Dates : Please ask for details Cost : £80pp

BCU 3 Star (White Water Kayak)Training

Successful performance at this level indicates that the paddler can consider themselves an intermediate kayaker as they can now paddle on moving water.They can do this in a competent manner as part of a led group and have the ability to help the smooth running of a trip while being led down a section of Grade 2 water.

Course Dates : Please ask for details Cost : £110pp

BCU 3 Star (White Water Kayak)Assessment

Course Dates : Please ask for details Cost : £50pp

BCU 3 Star (Touring Award)Training

BCU 3 Star (Touring Award) Assessment

Course Dates : Please ask for details Cost : £45pp

Foundation Safety & Rescue Training

This course is aims to provide the participant with the key safety and rescue skills required to operate safely,in a sheltered water environment and to be able to deal with common emergencies. These skills will form the basis of all safety and rescue training within the BCU scheme.