Watersports Training Programme
Paddle Start, Discover & Explore Awards
We are passionate about introducing people of all ages and abilities to Paddle sports (SUPs, kayaks, canoes and inflatables) and then developing their skills. As a Paddle UK Discovery Centre we can run these development awards either for you as an individual or as part of a school / private group.
Contact Us For More InfoPaddle Safer Award
The Go Paddling Paddle Safer course is designed for anyone new to paddling, or relatively inexperienced to paddling, wanting to gain knowledge and raise their awareness of paddling safely in a sheltered water environment, in or on the craft that they paddle. Typical craft would include kayaks, canoes, stand up paddleboards, sit on tops and inflatables.
Length of course: 2 hours delivery not including breaks
Venue: usually Westbury Sailing Lake or Chippenham Sea Cadets Unit
Age restrictions: none
Max. group size: 8 per trainer
Min. experience needed: none – but it would be good if you have paddled something before
Cost: £25 a head or for a private course £150 (up to 8 people)
Paddle Safer Syllabus
Paddle UK Paddlesport Safety & Rescue Course (PSRC)
This course is for a pre-requisite for those who wish to move on to their Paddle Sport Instructor Course OR those who wish to gain a good understanding of rescue skills for SUPs, kayaks and canoes.
Length of course: 6 hours delivery not including breaks
Venue: usually Westbury Sailing Lake or Chippenham Sea Cadets Unit
Age restrictions: 14 years and older
Max. group size: 8 per trainer
Min. experience needed: Old ‘2 star’ or Paddle Explore award
Cost: £90 a head or for a private course (up to 8 people) £400
PSRC Syllabus
Rolling Clinic
Kayak Rolling Coaching
Learn to roll a kayak with 1 to 1 coaching. We offer private coaching in a pool heated to approx. 34 degrees C. We supply all kit needed. Sessions can be from 1 – 2 hours (including changing time). 2024-25 costs £90 per hour.
To discuss and / or book please contact us.
