The NEW Sea Kayak Safety and Rescue course is now available and aims to provide paddlers with the key safety and rescue skills required to operate safely and be able to deal with common problems on the sea, in both sheltered and moderate conditions. Throughout the 7 hour course, paddlers will explore simple strategies and…
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The NEW Inland Open Water Safety and Rescue course aims to provide paddlers with the key safety and rescue skills required to operate safely in a moderate inland open water environment. This 6 hour programme consists of 7 modules. All of the modules are interactive, practical sessions, discussing and using equipment, and exploring possible solutions…
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We are pleased to share that BCAB has today announced the NEW Sea Kayak Safety and Rescue course which aims to provide paddlers with the key safety and rescue skills required to operate safely and be able to deal with common problems on the sea, in both sheltered and moderate conditions. Throughout the 7 hour…
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We are pleased to share the NEW BCAB Manual Handling for Paddlesport eLearning which covers different types of manual handling, how we can consider and manage risk and shows the steps we can take when manual handling to better protect our bodies. Throughout paddlesport, there are many occasions when we are lifting, carrying and moving…
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We are pleased to share the NEW BCAB Inclusive Language eLearning, which covers the importance of using inclusive language and the impact it can have on those around you. This module provides an understanding of key terms, definitions and examples of inclusive language; supports learners on how to identify and tackle inappropriate or exclusive language…
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The NEW SUP Instructor supports you to run SUP taster/starter sessions, games and short journeys for those new to paddleboarding. The two day course helps to prepare you for your first SUP instructing role, supporting you to deliver safe and enjoyable sessions in a very sheltered water environment, within the safety management systems of your…
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Improve your safety skills with NEW Paddlesport Safety and Rescue Course Are you looking to develop your safety skills? Do you want to learn practical solutions if you get into difficulty? Do you want the tools to solve common paddling issues in a sheltered water environment? Then the NEW Paddlesport Safety and Rescue course is…
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Paddles Up Training will be closed over the festive period. Our last working day will be the 22nd December and we will be back on 2nd January 2024. You will be able to access all of the supportive resources on the website. Any questions can be sent on the Contact Us page and we will…
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We are pleased to share that Paddle UK Awarding Body has today announced the NEW Stand Up Paddleboard Instructor award, which is designed for Instructors running SUP taster/starter sessions and short journeys in very sheltered water environments. The 2 day course helps to prepare candidates for their first SUP instructing role, ensuring they are ‘primed…
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We are pleased to share that in January 2023, Paddle UK Awarding Body will be replacing the Foundation Safety and Rescue Training with a Paddlesport Safety and Rescue Course which aims to provide paddlers with the key safety and rescue skills required to operate safely and to be able to deal with common problems in…
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If you’re looking to raise your awareness of paddling your SUP safely in a sheltered water environment, then the NEW SUP Safer course is for you! Paddle UK Awarding Body has today announced the NEW SUP Safer course, aimed at anyone new or relatively novice to Stand Up Paddleboarding, wanting to gain knowledge and raise…
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A great weekend had by all in sunny Nottingham, with a range of Stadium Safety and Rescue Provider Moderations, Orientations and 4 training courses taking place. During the 14th and 15th May, 40 learners took part in the Stadium Safety and Rescue training, considering a range of safe practices and learning simple practical solutions to…
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We are pleased to share that Paddle UK Awarding Body has today announced the launch of the NEW Paddle Safer course which gives new and novice paddlers the opportunity to develop their safety skills when taking to the water. Paddle UK Awarding Body Instructors, Coaches, Leaders and Guides will be able to deliver the NEW…
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In March 2022, the first BCAB Performance Coach Community of Learning Event outside of the UK took place in Stonington Connecticut, USA with 14 candidates and 3 facilitators. The weekend was intense but enjoyable, with multiple learning opportunities for candidates and facilitators alike. The Community of Learning events provide opportunities to explore ‘Performance Coaching’ and…
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We are pleased to share that we will be broadening the Stadium Safety and Rescue Training Provider requirements to enable more paddlers to deliver the training and therefore, support safety at stadiums. The Stadium Safety and Rescue Training is designed for individuals wanting to provide safety cover at an artificial, white water course. The objective…
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As part of the Paddle UK Awarding Body review of the Coach Award qualification, the Coach Award eLearning has been updated to ensure a high quality of standard across all of our digital resources. If you have previously accessed the Coach Award eLearning, you will have been granted access to the new version automatically for your…
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We are pleased to introduce the NEW Equipment Management and Safety eLearning. Managing equipment appropriately is an important consideration for everyone involved in paddlesport activity. For many, such as clubs and commercial activity providers, managing equipment is second nature but it is important to understand the legal requirements of equipment management and how good practice…
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We are pleased to share the NEW BCAB Introduction to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion eLearning, which is FREE for the paddling community. The module gives learners an insight into a range of topics, with interactive activities and resources throughout the module. Learners will also be signposted to further information about specific topics, such as LGBTQ+…
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As part of the continual work to raise safety awareness for anyone paddling a Stand Up Paddleboard, Paddle UK Awarding Body, alongside the SUP Technical Group, have produced a short instruction video. The video includes the different leashes available, quick release systems, use of buoyancy aids and additional safety equipment for consideration. Click here to…
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We are pleased to introduce the new Personal Performance Award Provider Refresher eLearning. This eLearning is aimed at existing PPA Providers to ensure continual development, standardisation and delivery of our Educational Philosophy. We have developed this eLearning update to revisit the awards, explore methods of delivery as well as focus on a specific area to…
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We are delighted to share the NEW BCAB Assessing Competence in the Paddlesport Environment (ACPE) eLearning. This eLearning focuses on the processes of assessing as well as the standardisation of assessment across awards and qualifications. It’s full of great information to help both new and experienced assessors consider their current practice. This would be suitable…
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We are pleased to introduce the NEW Risk Management and Risk Assessment eLearning. This is a great resource for instructors, coaches, leaders, providers, deployers and activity providers, looking to further develop an understanding of the responsibilities of managing risk, as well as identifying risk and writing risk assessments. The eLearning covers three activities – Responsibilities…
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In 2020, Paddle UK Awarding Body introduced a NEW supportive points based CPD process. Aligned with our Educational Philosophy, CPD is now individualised, allowing the Instructor, Coach and Leader to consider what areas they may need to develop. This process is simple, easy to upload and gives you the opportunity to recognise all of your…
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At Paddles Up Training, we are pleased to deliver Paddle UK Awarding Body Raft Guide qualifications that are recognised and used throughout the UK and Internationally. Within the UK, Paddle UK Awarding Body is the only recognised paddlesport Awarding Body, providing qualifications and awards for over 35 years. Due to the regulated status, we are…
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We are pleased to introduce the NEW Introduction to Fitness in Paddlesport eLearning. Aimed at paddlers, parents, instructors, coaches and leaders, fitness is a key consideration for anyone involved in paddlesport. This activity introduces the ‘who’, ‘why’ and ‘how’ of fitness in paddlesport and covers an introduction of: How to invest time in fitness Components…
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Structured Paddling Activity in England – Updated 29th March 2021 Covid secure structured and organised outdoor activity can be delivered by Coaches, Leaders, Course Providers and Delivery Partners – for an unlimited number of participants, provided that appropriate steps are taken to make it Covid secure. Organised and structured activity must be formally organised by…
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Paddle UK Awarding Body is delighted to be launching the online Coach Award Core Coach Training programme. Over the past month, Paddles Up Training have been ensuring providers are equipped and trained to provide the highly popular training course online. By providing an online option for paddlers to engage in the Coach Award Core Training…
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We are pleased to share that we will now automatically be accepting Mental Health Awareness and Mental Health First Aid courses as CPD. We know that many Instructors, Coaches and Leaders already recognise the importance of mental health training. The training opportunities available help raise awareness of mental health and support you to be able…
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Paddle UK Awarding Body has announced that we are introducing two new Personal Performance Awards, for those looking to develop their personal skills on man-made, artificial white water courses. The NEW Stadium White Water Award and Progressive Stadium White Water Award are designed to develop your ability to apply appropriate decision making skills for a…
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We are pleased to announce that the NEW Leadership and Raft Guide Awards are now available. The new awards aim to create more opportunities for people to paddle by increasing the number of qualified leaders. The new suite of awards align to the Paddle UK Educational Philosophy. The awards support you to run safe, quality,…
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