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This new 2 day course is designed for people whose main focus is to deliver paddlesport taster/starter sessions and short journeys in very sheltered water environments.
The process of completing this qualification aims to help prepare candidates for their first paddlesport instructing role; ‘primed and ready’.
The Paddlesport Instructor qualification is designed for instructors running paddlesport taster/starter sessions within the safety management systems of clubs, centres or other organisations in:
The course will include these main sessions
Equipping you to deliver safe, enjoyable and rewarding introductory sessions.
During the course you will be assessed on your rescue skills and your personal skills in your chosen craft.
The objective of this Training course is to introduce simple and safe skills that can provide the tools to problem solve simple common paddling scenarios in flat/sheltered water regardless of the craft.
Candidates will learn:
The course will include these main sessions
During this course, you will explore the fundamentals and basic skills of Stand Up Paddleboarding. Learning in a fun, inclusive and safe environment.
You can also achieve the Paddle Start Award.
This course will cover:
This course is ideal if you have done our Intro to SUP course or if you have paddleboarded before. The aim of the course is to develop the skills you already have, including some more useful skills, techniques and SUP Rescues. This is the perfect time to troubleshoot and ask questions about SUP. There will be the opportunity to cover the Paddle Discover Award, additional cost of £6 for certification.
This course will cover:
This course will look at the basics of SUP safety, giving you the skills and knowledge to be a more competent and independent paddler while out on lochs and coastal areas
This course will cover:
This course is designed for individuals who have some experience of Stand Up Paddleboarding on sheltered water and want to progress to moving/open water and journeys. The aim of these sessions is to introduce you to a new environment, develop the skills you already have and tailor them for the journey ahead.
This course will cover:
SUP PACKAGE – 2/3 SUP sessions & SUP Explore Day Trip 20% off when booked together.
Sea kayaking offers the chance to explore Fife’s amazing coastline. This course is aimed at people who have some experience of kayaking and now want to try sea kayak/touring boats and exploring new venues on the sea. The location for the trip will be confirmed on the day according to the group, tides and weather forecast.
The main emphasis of this day is to become more familiar with equipment and technique relevant to sea kayaking.
This course, run over 3 evening sessions, is designed for individuals with little or no experience of paddling. With the opportunity to try canoe, sit-on and kayak, a fun session will support you in learning the basics on the water by completing the Paddle Start Award. There is no formal assessment, you can progress at your own pace in your preferred craft.
This course, run over 3 evening sessions, is designed for individuals with just a little experience of paddling. You can try canoe, sit-on and kayak, a fun session will support you in progressing skills on the water by completing the Paddle Discover Award. The aim is to improve your basic strokes and techniques on flat water and is suited for people who have completed a beginners course or have some previous paddling experience. This course really helps develop your paddling experience and confidence.
The PaddleNight Splash is a fun session which is supervised but not led by staff.
Staff will be on hand to assist you with selecting and launching equipment. They will give you some guidance on where to paddle and any limits. They will be able to give a few top tips on how to paddle but remember this is not a taught course.
Staff are primarily there to keep an eye on participants and ensure the safety of those taking part. As numbers and time allows they may set up a game or a challenge at some point throughout the evening.
If you prefer you can just go for a paddle and practise your own skills.
Age 8-10 years must be accompanied by a participating adult
PaddleNight Coach sessions are informal coaching sessions in Canoe and Kayak. We will make use of the British Canoeing Personal Performance Awards as a way for you to track your progress and set your own personal improvement goals. You can improve skills and work towards the awards of your choice. You choose the craft and work at a level that suits your ability and how quickly you want to progress.
The format is quite informal. The instructor will assist you with your equipment choice, the sessions will normally involve a warm up, chat about the evening and any teaching requests. Depending on conditions there will normally be a paddle to different areas of the loch and during the session there will be some teaching of new skills or top tips.
The last part of the session is usually a bit of free time to practise, try something new or just relax on the water.
Age 16+ years
If you have some canoeing or kayaking experience, this one day course will introduce you to paddling on moving water up to grade 2. It is aimed at paddlers wishing to progress towards river running and playing on rivers. You will cover moving water techniques, rescue skills and safety information. You are likely to get wet and should be water confident. The emphasis will be on enjoyment and skills development.
Our Guided Paddles offer the chance to explore Scotland’s rivers, coastline and lochs. The day is aimed at people who have some experience of paddlesports and want to enjoy a day trip alongside a qualified and experienced guide.
The main emphasis of this day is to enjoy the journey but some time may be spent practising skills and sharing information.
For more information contact the Outdoore Education Team - info.outdoored@fife.gov.uk
