Sea Kayak Coach (Advanced Water) Training (British Canoeing)

 

Whether you’re looking to coach members of your club, or you are an outdoor instructor looking to expand your qualifications; this course will help you to plan and deliver safe, enjoyable and progressive coaching sessions on the sea.

2 day course

All equipment provided

Learn to coach in advanced conditions on the sea

On-site camping and accommodation

From £230 + 6% booking fee

Details & Itinerary

Want to learn how to coach in advanced conditions on the sea? The British Canoeing Sea Kayak Coach (Advanced Water) Training course is for you.

Refresh and develop the coaching skills learned in your British Canoeing Core Coach Training course and learn how to apply them practically in the advanced water sea environment. Gain the knowledge you need to pass the British Canoeing Sea Kayak Coach (Advanced Water) Assessment with this in-depth 2-day British Canoeing endorsed training course.

As a British Canoeing Sea Kayak Coach (Advanced Water), you will be able to plan and run progressive, student centred coaching sessions on the sea in any conditions you deem appropriate for your learners. This can include coaching everyone from beginners new to the sport, to experienced sea kayakers looking to improve their skills.

What we will cover:

On this two-day course, we look at the practical application of the coaching skills covered in your British Canoeing Core Coach Training course.

We will break down each aspect of the coaching syllabus focusing on the HOW, WHAT and WHERE to coach and how to coach the technical and tactical skills needed to paddle on the sea in advanced conditions.

By the end of the two days, you will clearly know what to expect from your assessment.

Previous experience required?

To attend the Sea Kayak Coach (Advanced Water) Training course you must already have completed your Advanced Sea Kayak Leader (tidal or no-tidal) award and also have attended a British Canoeing Core Coach Training course.

Coach Award Registration:

You are required to register for your coach award with your relevant national association.

Registration can take place at any point on your development journey but there are some benefits to registering early.

What you should bring:

Essential:

  • Lunch is not provided, please bring your own packed lunch and any other snacks you require for the day/course (in a suitable container to be taken on the kayaks i.e plastic food container)
  • Swimwear
  • Towel
  • Drinking water
  • Hat

On cold days: Bring a jumper or fleece that you don’t mind getting wet.

On hot days: You might wish to bring clothes to wear kayaking that you don’t mind getting wet (much more comfortable than a wetsuit). The kayak coach will advise on this during the introductory talk.

What we provide:

Top-quality instruction and leadership from our qualified coaches
Small coach to group ratio of 1:2 or 2:4
We will provide all equipment you need or you are welcome to use your own.

We will have available:

  • Kayaks
  • Paddles
  • Wetsuits
  • Windproofs
  • Drysuits (in winter and on particularly cold days)
  • Buoyancy Aids
  • Spray Skirts
  • Dry Bags
  • Helmets
  • Towlines
  • Map Cases
  • Leadership Kits – Repair Kit, First Aid Kit etc.

Your coach will discuss this with you on arrival and can provide anything extra you require.

Got questions? contact your coach directly here: Academy@kayak-king.com

Minimum participants to run: 2

British Canoeing has set a minimum of two participants to run this course.

Taught By Experts

A passionate team that is dedicated to helping customers on their personal journey in kayaking.

Small instructor to group ratios to ensure you get the personal attention you need.

All Kayaking Equipment Included

We can provide everything you need including wetsuits, windproofs, paddles, buoyancy aids and kayaks. Your coach will discuss this with you when meeting you and get anything extra you require.