Adult Paddlesport Courses
New to paddle sports? Experienced and looking to gain a qualification? Even if you are just looking for a new hobby, our range of paddle sports courses has something for all. We are confident that you will make great progress with us - a result of top quality coaching supported by the latest equipment. Our Paddlesport courses will equip you with the knowledge, technique and confidence required to reach your full potential. Equipment used on our courses include the latest kayaks from Pyranha, Eskimo, Perception and Riot and Open canoes from Mad River.
BCU Paddlesport Start Award - Price £20.00
This course is the ideal course for anyone wanting a basic introduction into Paddlesport. You will learn the basis strokes required to efficiently move the boat. This course is ideally followed up by a 1 star course.
| Course Reference | Dates | Time |
|---|---|---|
| A.K.D.1 | Sat 31 May | 1.30pm - 5.00pm |
| A.K.D.2 | Sat 9 August | 1.30pm - 5.00pm |
BCU 1 star award - Price £60.00
The BCU 1 star is a clear stepping stone to becoming a paddler. An ideal introduction to Paddlesport, this course covers the fundamental skills and concepts needed to Kayak or canoe. On completion the successful candidate will be awarded the BCU 1*. This award is the pre-requisite for joining Salford Canoe Club.
| Course Reference | Dates | Time |
|---|---|---|
| A.K.1.1 | Sat 5 and 12 April | 10.00am - 3.00pm |
| A.K.1.2 | Sat 19 and 26 April | 10.00am - 3.00pm |
| A.K.1.3 | Sat 14, 21, 28 June | 1.30pm - 5.00pm |
| A.K.1.4 | Mon 2, 9, 16, 23 June | 6.30pm - 9.00pm |
| A.K.1.5 | Sat 16, 23, 30 August | 1.30pm - 5.00pm |
| A.K.1.6 | Mon 8, 15, 22, 29 September | 6.30pm - 9.00pm |
BCU 2 star award (Kayaking and Canoe) - Price £65.00
This improvement award will help you develop fundamental Paddlesport skills on flat water. The emphasis of the course is to gain a greater understanding into how the paddle, boat and water interact. On this course, you will experience different types of craft including kayaks and open canoes. On completion the successful candidate will be awarded the BCU 2*
| Course Reference | Dates | Time |
|---|---|---|
| A.K.2.1 | Sat 17 and 24 May | 9.00am - 4.00pm |
| A.K.2.2 | Mon 7, 14, 21, 28 July | 6.30pm - 9.00pm |
BCU 3 star White Water (training) - Price £80.00
Successful performance at this level indicates that the paddler can consider themselves an intermediate kayaker, who can paddle on moving water. This course will consist of one day paddling on Salford Quays and one day paddling off site on a river. Candidates are then encouraged to join Salford canoe Club where they will get the opportunity to practice their skill before completing their 3 star assessment.
| Course Reference | Dates | Time |
|---|---|---|
| A.K.3.1 | Sat 18 and 25 September | 9.00am - 4.00pm |
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