Course Info
BCAB Advanced White Water Kayak Leader Training
A two-day training course helping you to develop the leadership skills and safety techniques required to lead groups on grade 4 whilst also progressing your personal paddling.
2 Days
Plas y Brenin
Instructor Ratio1:4
Location
Plas y Brenin
Length
2 Days
Instructor Ratio
1:4
Course Breakdown
Overview
This course is here to support you on your journey towards becoming a BCAB Advanced Whitewater Leader, looking at the skills required to lead others on grade 4. You’ll leave with a clear understanding of where you are on the road to assessment and how to lead effectively, supporting, inspiring and challenging others in appropriate advanced environments.
Who’s This Aimed At?
This course is aimed at whitewater paddlers with experience paddling on grade four who are looking to lead others on advanced whitewater. Visit www.britishcanoeingawarding.org.uk to see a skills checklist and guidance.
Objectives
At this level, you will demonstrate not only personal skill proficiency but also leadership, adaptability, and sound decision-making. Your ability to lead paddlers in diverse white-water conditions is a key objective. By the end of this programme, you should be well-prepared for your Advanced White Water Leader Assessment.
What To Expect
Expect an intensive two days with hands-on experience that will enhance your personal paddling, leadership and safety skills, setting you on the path to becoming an Advanced White Water Leader.
You’ll be spending most of your time on advanced rivers of grade 3-4. We’ll aim to get you on different styles of river e.g. tight and technical and bigger volume, depending on water levels.
Experience Required
You should be an experienced whitewater paddler with experience in grade 4 environments.
How Should I Prepare?
To gain the most from this course you will want to be comfortable in the grade 4 environment. Consider the Advanced White Water personal performance award to improve your skills. Also familiarise yourself with the resources available on the British Canoeing Awarding Body website.
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.