Paddlesport
British Canoeing Paddlesport Leader Training
Leading and facilitating safe and enjoyable activity is a rewarding process. Learn from our years of experience doing this to fast track your development.
British Canoeing Paddlesport Instructor
Join our two-day course to become a certified Paddlesport Instructor, covering essential skills for leading taster sessions in various settings.
Whitewater
British Canoeing Whitewater Award (Training + Assessment)
Embark on a week-long white water paddling course in North Wales to develop your skills, judgment, and decision-making for rivers up to grade 2. Assessment included.
British Canoeing Whitewater Safety & Rescue
Boost your white water safety skills in this two-day course run in partnership with British Canoeing. Learn vital rescue techniques and safety protocols to protect yourself and others in white water environments.
British Canoeing Advanced Whitewater Safety & Rescue
Elevate your whitewater paddling safety game with this two-day course. Designed for those venturing into advanced whitewater settings, we cover the complete British Canoeing whitewater safety and rescue syllabus.
British Canoeing Whitewater Kayak Leader Enhanced Training
Elevate your white water leadership skills with this comprehensive five-day course in Eryri (Snowdonia). Covering the British Canoeing standards, you'll boost your abilities in paddling, safety, and group management.
British Canoeing Whitewater Kayak Coach Training
Embark on a two-day training course that gears you towards the White Water Kayak Coach Award. Whether or not you're aiming for the qualification, you'll walk away with actionable insights to elevate your coaching in the whitewater environment.
British Canoeing 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.
British Canoeing Whitewater Kayak Leader Training
Join our two-day White Water Kayak Leader Training in a moderate environment (grade II to III rivers locally). This course aligns with British Canoeing standards and aims to equip you with essential skills and leadership techniques for white water kayaking.
British Canoeing Whitewater Kayak Leader Assessment
Join our two-day assessment to test your leadership in moderate white water conditions, following the 'British Canoeing Whitewater Kayak Leader' guidelines. We focus on judgment, decision-making, and safety.
British Canoeing Advanced Whitewater Kayak Leader Assessment
Join our Advanced White Water Leader Assessment to showcase your skills in personal paddling, leadership, and rescues in grade 4 conditions, in line with British Canoeing standards.
British Canoeing Whitewater Canoe Coach Training
Join us for a comprehensive training course focused on the white water environment, designed to bring theoretical and practical coach training elements to life.
British Canoeing White Water Canoe Coach Assessment
Get ready for your Coach Award Assessment by ensuring peak fitness and regular canoeing practice. Be prepared for challenging days on white water.
British Canoeing White Water Canoe Leader Assessment
Two-day BCAB Canoe Leader assessment covering leadership, skills, and safety in moderate water environments.
British Canoeing Advanced Whitewater Kayak Leader Enhanced Training
Join our two-day assessment based on the 'British Canoeing Whitewater Kayak Leader' criteria. We'll focus on your leadership and decision-making in moderate whitewater settings.
Sheltered Water
British Canoeing Sheltered Water Coach Training
Join us for a comprehensive two-day training experience that brings core coach training to life in sheltered water environments, whether in kayaks or canoes.
Sea Kayak
British Canoeing Sea Kayak Leader Assessment
Prepare to showcase your leadership and personal skills as you lead a group of up to four paddlers in moderate sea conditions, applying sea kayaking techniques effectively.
British Canoeing Sea Kayak Award – Training and Assessment
Welcome to your sea kayaking adventure in North Wales! Join us to further your sea kayaking journey using British Canoeing's Sea Kayaker award as your guide.
British Canoeing 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.
British Canoeing Sea Kayak Enhanced Leader Training
Join our comprehensive five-day training course that combines 'Sea Kayak Leader Training' and 'Coastal Navigation and Tide Planning' programmes. This course is designed to prepare you for sea kayak leadership and provide a personalised action plan. You'll also complete the Coastal Navigation Module as part of the training.
British Canoeing Advanced Sea Kayak Leader Enhanced Training
Join our five-day programme designed for sea kayakers navigating challenging waters. Develop personal paddling, leadership, and safety skills aligned with British Canoeing standards. You'll also cover the Open Water and Tide Planning course and leave with a personalized action plan.
British Canoeing Assessment Sea Kayak Advanced Leader
Join us for a two-day assessment along the stunning coastlines of North Wales, evaluating your skills as per the British Canoeing 'Advanced Sea Kayak Leader' syllabus. This assessment covers personal paddling, leadership, and rescue skills in challenging open water conditions.
Canoe
British Canoeing Open Water Canoe Leader Assessment
Prepare for a two-day assessment in alignment with BCAB (British Canoeing Awarding Body) Canoe Leader standards in the Open Water setting.
British Canoeing Canoe Award – Training and Assessment
Explore the scenic waterways of North Wales while honing your canoeing skills with our expert coaches. This course is aligned with British Canoeing's 'Canoe Award' and focuses on skill development, decision-making, and safe journeying.
British Canoeing White Water Canoe Coach Training
This course is your gateway to mastering white water coaching, with a focus on the 'White Water Canoe Coach' syllabus, whether you're aiming for the Open Water Canoe Coach Award Qualification or seeking practical guidance for your personal development.
British Canoeing Open Water Canoe Coach Training
Join us for a two-day journey to apply your Core Coach training in the open water canoe environment, crafting an action plan and pathway to assessment.
British Canoeing Open Water and White Water Combined Canoe Leader Training Enhanced Package
Prepare for success as a canoe leader in both white water and open water environments with our comprehensive six-day course. It covers the essential training elements required for assessments, equipping you with the skills and confidence you need.
British Canoeing White Water Canoe Coach (Advanced Water) Training
Experience the thrill of paddling challenging white-water in an open canoe and learn to teach others to do the same with our expert guidance.
British Canoeing Open Water Canoe Coach (Advanced Water) Training
Join us for a two-day adventure on North Wales' finest open water stretches, where you'll bring your core coach training to life in advanced open water canoeing.
British Canoeing Open Water Canoe Coach Assessment
Show us your skills at developing the canoeists of the future!
British Canoeing Advanced Open Water and White Water Combined Canoe Leader Training Package
Embark on a five-day journey with us to master advanced open water and white water canoe leadership. Our comprehensive training equips you with a personalised pathway and action plan towards achieving British Canoeing's advanced canoe leader awards.
British Canoeing Canoe Leader Advanced Whitewater Training
Gain expertise in leadership, navigation, rescues, and decision-making, along with skills like poling, tracking, and lining. Join our two-day course to delve deep into the advanced white water canoe leader training syllabus.
British Canoeing White Water Canoe Leader Assessment
Two-day BCAB Canoe Leader assessment covering leadership, skills, and safety in moderate water environments.
British Canoeing White Water Canoe Coach Assessment
Get ready for your Coach Award Assessment by ensuring peak fitness and regular canoeing practice. Be prepared for challenging days on white water.
Paddleboard
British Canoeing Awarding Body (BCAB) Stand Up Paddleboard Instructor
Dive into a two-day course designed to transform you into a qualified Stand Up Paddle Board instructor. Accredited by the British Canoeing Awarding Body (BCAB), this course equips you with essential paddling, instructing, and rescue skills.
Be a Mock Student
We use ‘mock’ students in our leadership training courses for students to direct and teach. It’s a great way to gain experience, confidence and free coaching, all closely supervised by our experienced instructors.
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Why Plas y Brenin?
Plas y Brenin is at the forefront of outdoor instruction. Whether you are starting a career in the outdoors, or just want to take an adventure holiday, PYB is the place for you.
We inspire explorers. We train trainers. We’re internationally recognised. We’ve been around since 1798, with our earliest guests including Queen Victoria. Since then, we’ve focussed on providing the best customer experience, working alongside some of the greatest, 007 included.
Expert Tuition
You’ll receive expert supervision from fully qualified and psyched instructors, creating the perfect environment to learn and enjoy something new!
Explore Eryri
Your experience will take place in the heart of the extraordinary Eryri National Park. Our National Outdoor Centre features accommodation, a bar, dining, and more. And while you’re here, why not check out some local gems?
Develop a Passion
Everyone at Plas y Brenin, from staff to visitors, is excited about adventures and inspired to get outside. Our guests return year after year to experience all that North Wales offers.
Accomodation

The Main House
Mix of single and twin bedrooms

Moelwyn Bunkhouse
Bunkhouse with kitchen area

Bryn Engan
Farmhouse with bedrooms and flexible spaces
Bar & Restaurant
The perfect place to relax after a day’s adventuring, our bar boasts the most amazing view as it looks down Llynnau Mymbyr to the Snowdon Horseshoe. Our extensive range of locally brewed beers, wines and spirits offers plenty of choices for refreshment. Our bar menu is packed with tasty high-energy dishes.
- Open 7 days a week
- Mon - Sat 12PM - 11:30PM
- Sun 12PM - 10:30PM

Help Fund a Child Outdoors
Our aim is to give every inner-city child the opportunity to be inspired and motivated by the rugged outdoors and the challenges mountain environments have to offer. With your help, we aim to enable up to 360 kids to attend one of our courses in 2023.