Paddle UK Paddlesport Safety & Rescue Course (PSRC) in Somerset

This Paddle UK course is designed to provide essential safety and rescue skills for paddlers of all experience levels. Whether you’re new to paddlesports or already have some experience, you’ll learn practical techniques to ensure the safety of yourself and others on the water.

Key Details

• Duration: 9am - 5pm
• Group Size: 1-8 people
• Location: Somerset (exact location confirmed upon booking)
• Age: 16+

Key Skills

• Understanding essential paddlesport safety principles and frameworks
• Learning how to perform contact and towing rescues
• Mastering self-rescue techniques and deep-water rescues
• Gaining skills in unconscious rescues and managing entrapped paddlers
• Developing the ability to perform multiple rescues in different conditions
• Reflecting on your practice to identify areas for improvement

What to Expect

Throughout the day, you will cover six key modules, starting with the importance of appropriate clothing and equipment. You'll be introduced to the gear needed for paddlesports and how to select the right equipment for various conditions. The course will delve into safety frameworks, guiding you through the principles of paddlesport safety and rescue protocols. You’ll learn how to perform contact and towing rescues, along with self-rescue techniques and managing rescues in deeper waters. There will also be an emphasis on how to safely perform rescues of unconscious or entrapped paddlers, as well as handling multiple rescues.

The course will focus heavily on practical learning, giving you plenty of hands-on opportunities to practice these essential rescue skills in controlled water conditions. The instructors will be on hand to guide you through each technique, ensuring you are confident in performing rescues safely and effectively.

Location

The course will take place at a venue in Somerset, with the specific location to be confirmed upon booking. Potential venues include Hewish or Clevedon Marine Lake, both of which offer ideal conditions for learning and practicing paddlesport safety and rescue techniques. 

Full details will be provided upon booking, and transport to the venue is not included in the course price.

Prerequisites

No prior experience is required for this course, making it suitable for beginners as well as those wishing to refresh their safety and rescue skills. 

A basic level of fitness is recommended, as the course involves physical activity and practical training in rescue techniques.

Why Choose Us

With over 30 years of experience in outdoor education and adventure training, the instructors bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to every course. They provide a professional, approachable environment, ensuring you gain the skills necessary to safely handle rescue situations on the water. The focus is on delivering high-quality, practical training that prepares you for real-world scenarios, with an emphasis on safety, technique, and personal development.

This course lays a strong foundation for those wishing to progress to more advanced paddlesport qualifications, such as the Paddlesport Instructor certification, by providing the key skills and knowledge required for safe and effective paddlesport activities.