Leadership Courses

Ready to take the next step in your paddling journey? Our leadership courses are perfect for those who want to support their crew, lead a club, or advance their professional development.

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SUP Sheltered Water Leader

Become a certified SUP leader with Squiggly Adventures. Our BCAB Sheltered Water Leader course teaches you to safely lead groups on lakes, canals, and slow-moving rivers. Book your training and assessment today.

Why train with us?

* Be a Confident Leader: Master planning, safety, and incident management.

* Versatile Skills: Lead groups in kayaks, canoes, and on SUPs.

* Personalised Coaching: Get tailored feedback from our experienced instructors.

* Hands-on Training: Learn through practical, on-the-water scenarios.

* Continued Support: We guide you from training to assessment and beyond.

This award is perfect for anyone wanting to work in the outdoors, volunteer, or lead friends and family safely

More information from BCAB: https://britishcanoeingawarding.org.uk/wp-content/files/01072024BCABSUPShelteredWaterLeaderAssessmentGuidanceV1-1Nov24.pdf

£220

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Paddlesport Leader

Ready to lead paddlesport adventures confidently? The BCAB Paddlesport Leader course, a nationally recognised qualification for leading mixed-craft groups on sheltered water.

Why train with us?

* Be a Confident Leader: Master planning, safety, and incident management.

* Versatile Skills: Lead groups in kayaks, canoes, and on SUPs.

* Personalised Coaching: Get tailored feedback from our experienced instructors.

* Hands-on Training: Learn through practical, on-the-water scenarios.

* Continued Support: We guide you from training to assessment and beyond.

This award is perfect for anyone wanting to work in the outdoors, volunteer, or lead friends and family safely.

More information from BCAB: https://britishcanoeingawarding.org.uk/wp-content/files/BCABPaddlesportLeaderAssessmentGuidanceV2-0March2025.pdf

£220

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Whitewater Kayak Leader

Master the art of whitewater leadership with Squiggly Adventures. Our BCAB Whitewater Kayak Leader course qualifies you to lead groups on Grade 2/3 rivers.

Why train with us?

* Be a Confident Leader: Master planning, safety, and incident management.

* Versatile Skills: Lead groups in kayaks in the Grade 2(3) Whitewater Environment

* Personalised Coaching: Get tailored feedback from our experienced instructors.

* Hands-on Training: Learn through practical, on-the-water scenarios.

* Continued Support: We guide you from training to assessment and beyond.

This award is perfect for anyone wanting to work in the outdoors, volunteer, or lead friends and family safely.

https://britishcanoeingawarding.org.uk/wp-content/files/01072020BCWhiteWaterLeaderAssessmentGuidanceV1-2Mar24.pdf

£250

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