BCAB Core
Coach Training
SUITABLE FOR ALL PADDLERS
If none of the scheduled dates work for you, please feel free to contact us and organise an alternative.
Launch your paddlesport coaching career on the BCAB Core Coach Training course
The British Canoeing Awarding Body Core Coach Training is a 2-day foundational program suitable for all paddlers regardless of their discipline or previous coaching experience. The flexible format allows you to choose a virtual classroom, in-person classroom, practical water-based learning, or a blend of each.
This is a springboard for aspiring paddlesport coaches or a deep-dive for established coaches looking to refine their skills. You will engage with a range of effective coaching strategies, learning how to plan and deliver inspiring sessions in your own unique style. We’ll help you develop a personal development plan, enabling you to apply your learning effectively in real-world scenarios.
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BOOKING WIDGET GOES HERE
MORE ABOUT THE COURSE
COURSE DURATION AND PRICES +
2 days – £210
TIMINGS +
09:00-17:00
AGE RESTRICTIONS +
The course is suitable for all ages but when you come to do your discipline specific coaching assessment, you’ll need to be 16.
COURSE CONTENT +
- Assessing learner performance and needs
- Designing and delivering progressive practice/training sessions to meet these needs
- Managing safety on the water
- Creating an enjoyable motivating learning environment
- Skills to support your own personal learning and professional development
Download a detailed syllabus here.
WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR? +
If you’re at the beginning of your paddlesports coaching career or are curious about what it takes to be a coach, this is a gateway towards that goal.
If you’re already a passionate coach, this course will continue your professional development and offer some new and refreshing insights from our highly experienced coaches.
WHAT COMES NEXT? +
You can move on to Discipline Specific Training once you feel prepared and have met the necessary prerequisites.
We offer the Sea Kayak Coach training and assessment.
The next step on this progression pathway is the Advanced Sea Kayak Coach training and assessment.
HOW CAN I PREPARE FOR THIS COURSE? +
You may find these resources from British Canoeing helpful.
WHERE? +
For practical sessions, you’ll meet at our base near Solva to get kitted up (exact location will be shared in your confirmation of booking) and we’ll head to a nearby harbour which we’ve chosen to best suit the conditions on the day.
KIT PROVIDED +
- The use of one of our fleet of high quality P and H custom sea kayaks
- Touring paddling jacket
- Personal Floatation Device (PFD)
- Spraydeck
- Paddle
- Drybag
- Long John wetsuit
WHAT TO BRING +
In your confirmation of booking, you’ll receive a full list of basic items to bring on the day e.g. bathers to wear under the wetsuit, a water bottle, a towel etc.