BCAB White Water Safety
This course is designed to provide the knowledge on how to stay safe whilst out paddling on grade 2/3 whitewater and how to deal with problems if they arise.
Probably the most beneficial courses you can do as a whitewater paddler and a pre-requisite for White Water Leader, Canoe White Water Leader and Advanced White Water Safety Training.
2 Days
Plas y Brenin
Instructor Ratio1:6
Location
Plas y Brenin
Length
2 Days
Instructor Ratio
1:6
Course Breakdown
Overview
This is an immersive 2-day course where you’ll learn how to stay safe paddling in a grade 2/3 environment. Here to provide you with the peace of mind that you know how to keep yourself and your peers safe whilst independently paddling in a moderate environment.
We’ll cover the safe practices and practical solutions to deal with common problems that may happen on the river this includes trip planning, swimming in whitewater, chase boating and retrieving people and equipment.
Paddlers can access the course with their preferred craft which can include kayaks, canoes and stand up paddleboards.
By the nature of this course, it’ll be a very hands on experience with lots of scenario based training.
Objectives
To understand how the motivations of why we go paddling influence the decisions we make and how this is key in prevention and effective trip planning.
Knowing the planning and procedures of what to do in an emergency.
How to deal with the mishaps that happen in a moderate water environment. Whitewater Swimming, chase boating, using equipment to aid a rescue and how to retrieve and extract people and equipment from whitewater.
What to Expect
An immersive two days with lots of scenario-based training. Clear and practical solutions to issues that arise on moderate water.
Experience Required
You need to feel comfortable swimming in and around grade 2 water and be able to independently paddle your craft.
How Should I Prepare?
Ensure you are a competent grade 2 paddler.
Familiarise yourself with the British Canoeing course content here
Note: Our instructors will assess any safety equipment you bring with you. If they consider it to be below the required standard, you will be asked to use equipment provided free of charge by Plas y Brenin.
Res
Non-Res
Instruction & Coaching
Expert, trained & qualified instructors
In-depth local knowledge
200+ years of combined team experience
PYB coaching ethos & tailored delivery
Fully insured for all activities
Our instructor team shares venue insights, local tips, and tailors your experience based on individual and group needs.
Accomodation
Shared En Suite
Shared with your course attendees
Single En Suite Upgrade
Food
Fully Catered
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Packed Lunch
Afternoon Tea & Cake
Tea, Coffee and Cakes on arrival back at PYB
Two Course Evening Meal
Expedition / Camp Food
Facilities
Kit Hire & Course Equipment
Climbing Wall Access
Subject to availability, T&C’s apply
Laundry
Drying room
Evening lectures
Some at additional cost if lectures are charged
On-site physio
By appointment
Lake access
Free On-Site Parking
Free Wi-Fi
24hr front desk
Bar and restaurant access
In-Course Transport
Scheduled courses only*
Rolling Pool
T&C’s apply
EV Charger
* In-Course Transport is included for all scheduled courses. For Private Instruction, in-course transport arrangements need to be booked in addition (subject to availability at an additional cost).
Further Information
If you’re unsure which option is best for you, feel free to contact us — we’ll be happy to talk you through it.
We offer extensive kit lists to help you prepare for your course, including our recommendations for the best in the business. We also have a wide range of equipment available for hire on-site at no extra cost.
Dates, Prices and Booking
All dates and prices can be found on our booking platform.