BCU 1 Star Kayak Course

• Entry level qualification in to the sport of Kayaking
• All equipment provided
• Perfect chance to get out there and learn a progressive sport
  

Kayaking is one of the most exciting, affordable and versatile watersports available. The sport covers a huge range of different disciplines such as exploring inland waterways, surfing breaking waves, negotiating white water and even acrobatics. The sport is also very popular with athletes competing in sprint and slalom events.

The emphasis of the course is on safe practice, fun and enjoyment. It is an eight hour course that can be run over one day or split over two days (depending on centre). Once you have successfully mastered the course, you will have earnt a qualification allows you to further improve your skills and take them to the next level. The criteria for the one star assessment are laid down by the British Canoe Union. The training will be delivered in an informal manner, with lots of opportunities to practice and experiment with various techniques and coaching methods.

Bournemouth Warwick

Once you have arrived and been welcomed to the centre your day will begin with a saftey brieifing covering the water and the equipment that you are to be using on this BCU 1 Star course. Then to begin the course your coach will plan out your time on the water, aiming to make the course as relevant as possible to you. You will cover: Theory & Safety Considerations, Equipment, Basic paddling – forwards & backwards, Turning, Journeying and your next step. You will also get the opportunity to take part in some open canoeing. The criteria for the one star assessment are laid down by the British Canoe Union. The training will be delivered in an informal manner, with lots of opportunities to practice and experiment with various techniques and coaching methods. You will receive a certificate at the end of the course.

Minimum Age: 12
Maximum Weight: 16 stone

No experience necessary - aimed at people wanting to learn the basics skills and principles of kayaking.

Reasonable fitness and confidence in the water is required.

This is a 6-8 hour course to be completed in 1 or 2 days (depending upon centre).

There will be a maximum of 6 participants per instructor.

Spectators are more than welcome to come and watch your wet and wonderful Kayak Course.

BCU 1 Star Kayak Course is available all year. There is limited availability in the winter.

Warwickshire centre finishes in September and starts up early in the year.

The centres will provide you with the kayak, but not all will provide a wetsuit.

You will need to bring :

• Swimming Costume
• Towel
• Sun Block (Summer)
• Warm Clothes (to change into afterwards)

This course can be affected by the weather. If in doubt please contact the center before you set off for the day.