Course Info
BCAB White Water Canoe Leader Assessment
Two-day BCAB Canoe Leader assessment covering leadership, skills, and safety in moderate water environments.
1 Day
Plas y Brenin
Instructor Ratio1:1
Location
Plas y Brenin
Length
1 Day
Instructor Ratio
1:1
Course Breakdown
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Overview
This assessment is designed to gauge your leadership capabilities in canoes within the moderate water environment, adhering to the guidelines provided by British Canoeing. It’s a comprehensive evaluation that encompasses various aspects of leadership and technical expertise required for safe and effective canoeing.
A two-day assessment in line with the BCAB (British Canoeing Awarding Body) Canoe Leader assessment in the white water environment. You’ll be assessed on necessary skills to a standard set by the governing body. This includes personal paddling skills, leadership skills, rescues, technical knowledge and group management.
Objectives
Over two days, your leadership skills will be thoroughly assessed on local rivers in North Wales. The assessment aims to ensure that you meet the necessary standards and can confidently lead in the specified canoeing environment. This evaluation serves as a crucial step in obtaining your Canoe Leader qualification.
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Itinerary
Before the assessment, make sure to register with your home nation to meet the prerequisites. You should also be comfortable with your abilities in the required canoeing environment. Expect an in-depth assessment that covers personal skills, leadership qualities, rescue techniques, technical knowledge, and group management. This assessment is a valuable opportunity to demonstrate your competence as a canoe leader in the white water context.
* Please note: Itinerary is subject to weather and availability.
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Experience Required
Confident, competent and experienced as a leader on moving water in canoes on moving water.
How Should I Prepare?
Register with your home nation before assessment and be comfortable in your abilities in the required environment.
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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.
Please contact us to retrieve the kit list for this course.
Dates, Prices and Booking
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