About the Course
Are you working towards your Whitewater Kayak Leader Certification, or just looking to expand your knowledge and capability on the river so that you can be a good paddling buddy?
Whatever the reason, you'll not regret joining Paddle365 for our delivery of the Paddle UK Whitewater Kayak Leader training course. This course is guaranteed to push you, advance your leadership knowledge and tactics, and send you towards assessment with a firm idea of the steps you should take to get ready.
What level of paddler is this aimed at?
Anyone looking to go for their White Water Leader Award. You should be comfortable paddling in the grade 2(3) environment. There are no formal pre-requisites for this training course.
By the time of assessment you should be at the personal paddling standard of the Progressive White Water Award (although you don't need to hold this award) and have completed a White Water Safety course.
What is included in the course?
Professional guiding & coaching from an experienced and qualified member of staff.
PaddleUK fees
An action plan for your progression going forward, and further remote input whenever you seek it.
Access to the Paddle365 long-term Mentorship program.
Digital copies of any photos from the trip.
What is NOT included in the course?
Accommodation and food. Contact us for hotel recommendations local to our most likely course venues.
Transport to and from the river (unless agreed otherwise).
Boat hire or equipment use (This can be arranged at additional cost. Please contact us if you require anything).
Car parking or facility fees.
If you have any further questions about this course we are happy to answer them via email
Your Instructor
Jamie Greenhalgh
Qualifications:
BCAB Advanced Whitewater Kayak Performance Coach (Equivalent to old BCU level 5)
Bio:
A highly experienced kayaker and passionate coach; Jamie made a bid to escape the London life he was born to by devoting as much time to adventure kayaking as is humanly possibly. With a long list of major river descents across the world to his name, his personal experience is matched by his enthusiasm and passion. Jamie is a Pyranha Kayaks and NRS Europe team member.
Jamie heads up our UK Coaching Team and delivers a ton of skills courses and workshops for happy paddlers all year round!