Course Info
BCAB Sea Kayak Coach Assessment
In this Sea Kayak Coach Award Qualification, you'll be assessed on your ability to operate as a Sea Kayak coach, focusing on paddling skills in moderate tidal conditions. Successful completion takes you one step closer to obtaining your Sea Kayak Coach Award.
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
Your assessment will involve delivering two coaching sessions lasting 90 minutes each, primarily in moderate sea conditions. You’ll be expected to demonstrate not only your coaching abilities but also personal skills and leadership, along with safety and rescue proficiency. These assessments will adhere to British Canoeing standards.
Objectives
Before you proceed to the Coach Award Assessment, you must meet certain prerequisites, including registration, eLearning, core training, discipline-specific training, and holding a Sea Kayak Leader Award. Additionally, you must have in-date First Aid and Safeguarding training, be a full Home Nation Association member, and be at least 16 years old at the time of assessment. Specific details and alternative options are provided in the Coach Award Course Guide, and you must obtain Home Nation Association approval to proceed to assessment.
You’ll be assessed on your ability to operate as a Sea Kayak coach, covering the skills required for paddling a sea kayak in moderate tidal conditions (up to and including – Sea state 4, Beaufort wind 4, moderate surf (>1m) and tidal flow up to 2 knots). You’ll be assessed to the standards set in line with British Canoeing.
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Itinerary
You’ll be assessed delivering two coaching sessions of 90 minutes mostly in moderate sea conditions. In addition you will need to display personal skills and appropriate leadership, safety and rescue skills.
* Please note: Itinerary is subject to weather and availability.
Experience Required
How Should I Prepare?
Please note that the course and all its requirements will be conducted in English unless specifically advertised or delivered in the Welsh language. To excel in this assessment, ensure you’ve been actively coaching sea kayaking, practicing emergency scenarios, and honing your planning skills in preparation for this crucial step in your Sea Kayak Coach Award journey.
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What's Included? Residential vs Non-Residential
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.
Kit List
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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