Paddle UK 2-Day Freestyle Paddlesports Coach Training

This two-day training focuses on coaching the technical and tactical skills for Freestyle paddlers. It is designed to help you plan and deliver safe, enjoyable, and progressive coaching sessions.

Key Details

• Skill Level: Intermediate - Advanced
• Duration: 2 Days
• Locations: Multiple Locations
• Instructor: Dan
• Age Requirement: 16+ years
• Capacity: 6 places

Key Skills

• Personal Skills: Refine kayaking techniques, including boat control and navigating complex rapids.
• Leadership: Develop leadership abilities, including decision-making and group management.
• Safety and Rescue: Learn advanced rescue techniques and incident management in fast-flowing water.
• Environmental and Ethical Considerations: Emphasise responsible paddling practices and environmental stewardship.

Course Breakdown

On the first day, you'll join your peers and the instructor to explore various ideas and theories, immersing yourself in the environment from a freestyle coach's perspective. This day is all about experimenting and gaining hands-on experience, focusing on developing your own kayaking techniques and understanding group management in challenging river environments.

The second day brings the opportunity to put your newfound knowledge to the test with real students. You'll design and deliver progressive coaching sessions, assessing athlete performance and needs, managing safety, and creating a motivating learning environment. The day includes practical application, allowing you to implement new ideas and concepts while receiving ongoing feedback and support.

Location

We cover various locations in the UK for our courses.

Most of our kayaking courses take place on the River Dart in Dartmoor – meeting point TQ13 7NT.

We also run courses at:

• Lee Valley White Water Centre (EN9 1AB)
• The National White Water Centre (LL23 7NU)
• Holme Pierrepont White Water (LL23 7NU)

We also travel to individuals and clubs to run training and assessments, covering most of England, up to Nottingham and Wales.

You can check the location on the booking form below. If you are unsure, feel free to contact the adventuro team who can help you book onto the right date for you, or organise a location for your session.

Prerequisites

To participate, you need to be a member of a National Association, have completed Paddle UK Core Coach Training, and be at least 17 years old.

Why Choose Us

With over 32 years of combined experience, our team comprises outdoor professionals who have not only coached but also competed internationally. This wealth of knowledge allows us to personalise your activities, ensuring a safe and enjoyable learning environment.

Our commitment is to your development, aiming to equip you with the skills to enjoy the outdoors independently and safely. Additionally, we are a 1% for the planet business, giving back to the outdoors with every booking.