British Canoeing Awarding Body (BCAB) Paddleboard Leadership Award

Date: Tuesday 10th - Wednesday 11th Feb 2026

Location: South East Wales

Cost: £220

Course Overview

This award will support you to run safe and enjoyable trips, based on your group’s needs and aspirations. You will lead journeys for paddleboarders on sheltered water.

As a Leader, you can work independently or be deployed by a club, centre or organisation to lead trips and journeys. The purpose of these trips may be wide ranging, from educational experiences, social adventures or trying something new.

Learn how to inspire and empower your paddlers, keep them safe and give them a great day out.

*There are no formal Personal Performance Award or Safety Award requirements to becoming a stand-up paddleboard leader. However, to get the best from your training course you need to feel comfortable on your board and be able to independently paddle on sheltered water. Therefore, it is recommended that you hold the Paddle Explore Award before booking on your training (or equivalent).

This is a two-day training course; assessments can be arranged on an individual basis. If you feel you already have an appropriate level of skill and experience, training is not compulsory, and you may arrange an assessment directly once all pre-requisites are met.

Pre-requisites:

You will need to be a member of Paddle UK before attending this training course.

Email s.kapades@outlook.com to book