You’ll need to be on top of your game for this assessment. Ensure you’re fit enough for a challenging day on white water. You should also have kayaked regularly before attending.
Course Info
BCAB Whitewater Kayak Coach Assessment
Prepare for the White Water Kayak Coach Assessment, where you will be evaluated on coaching skills for paddling on Grade 2-3 white water. Successful completion takes you closer to the White Water Kayak Coach Award Qualification.
1 Days
Plas y Brenin
Instructor Ratio1:1
Location
Plas y Brenin
Length
1 Days
Instructor Ratio
1:1
Course Breakdown
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Overview
This assessment focuses on your ability to function as a White Water Kayak coach, emphasizing coaching skills for Grade 2-3 white water. Successfully passing this assessment is a significant step towards obtaining your White Water Kayak Coach Award Qualification.
Objectives
During the assessment, you will deliver two coaching sessions lasting 90 minutes each in moderate white water conditions. Additionally, you will be evaluated on your personal skills, leadership capabilities, and proficiency in safety and rescue techniques. The assessment aims to ensure that you can coach effectively in challenging whitewater environments.
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Itinerary
To excel in this assessment, it’s essential to be physically prepared for challenging days on white water. Regular kayaking experience is also crucial before attending. Expect a rigorous evaluation that assesses your coaching skills, personal proficiency, leadership qualities, and safety and rescue capabilities in Grade 2-3 white water settings. This assessment offers a significant opportunity to showcase your coaching expertise in demanding white water conditions and brings you closer to your White Water Kayak Coach Award Qualification.
* Please note: Itinerary is subject to weather and availability.
Experience Required
Prior to your Coach Award Assessment you are required to have completed a number of prerequisites, in summary;
- Registration Coach Award
- eLearning Coach Award
- Core Training Coach Award
- Discipline Specific Training
- White Water Kayak Leadership Award
- The following minimum standards of deployment:
- In date First Aid Training
- Safeguarding Training
- Full Home Nation Association Membership
- Aged 16 or over at the time of assessment
Specific details (and acceptable alternatives) are provided in the Coach Award Course Guide.
How Should I Prepare?
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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
All dates and prices can be found on our booking platform.
