BCAB SUP Tidal Leader Training
FROM £250 PER PERSON
51.6762° N, 4.9184° W
This course is for anyone working towards gaining their Paddle UK ( British Canoeing) SUP Tidal Leader Award. You may be an experienced, independent SUP paddler wanting to share your passion with others and be a dependable group leader at sea, or you may be an outdoor instructor looking to expand your range of qualifications.
Here in the dynamic environment of the Pembrokeshire Coast, you’ll cover a diverse syllabus which will equip you with the skills and confidence to undergo the rigorous assessment required to earn your leadership award.
Depending on your needs, this course will cover all the required leadership skills, personal skills and safety and rescue skills to support your development journey.
You will come away with a personalised action plan to ensure you are at the right level to return for your BCAB SUP Tidal Leader Award Assessment. .
Our training courses are usually between 2 and 5 day programmes, with longer courses giving you more time to practice and develop your skills. If you would prefer a longer course please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Course Content +
The SUP Tidal Leader award is for confident paddlers who want to safely lead others on coastal and estuary trips. It builds on your existing skills, enabling you to take others out in up to force 3 winds, with no restrictions on tidal movement or flow in estuaries.
Over the two days (or more if requested) we will explore the environments within the remit of the award, sheltered bays and simple coastlines and estuarine environments.
We will concentrate on the following aspects of the award whilst exploring these wonderful habitats:
- Participant focused leadership skills
- Personal paddling skills
- Rescue skills
- Underpinning background knowledge, understanding and experience
With plenty of scope for personalised coaching, we can help you reach your highest potential throughout the course.
Before your assessment you will need to be able show that you can navigate and plan for tidal movement in your journey planning, you can do this a number of ways:
- British Canoeing Awarding Body Coastal Navigation and Tidal Planning (CNTP)
- British Canoeing Awarding Body – Weather, Tides, Surf & Swell and Navigation modules (Link to our course)
- Acceptable alternatives for other awarding organisations e.g RYA (see our full list here)
- Apply for Accreditation of Prior Learning
We will cover aspects of these courses during the training. If you would like to include the modules in the training this can be arranged.
Experience Level +
To attend this course, you should:
- Be comfortable in and on the water
- Be able to swim or be happy to float
- Have personal SUP skills and some rescue skills (if unsure please contact us)
- Full National Association membership.
Age Restrictions +
The course is suitable for all ages above 16 years old. Any paddlers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Who is this course for? +
With the SUP Tidal Leader award, you’ll be equipped to guide SUP trips in coastal and estuary settings, prioritising safety and enjoyment for everyone in your group. Trips can range from educational sessions and team outings to pure explorations of tidal environments. Whether working independently or as part of a club or organisation, you’ll have the skills to make each trip memorable.
Qualifications Gained +
This is a professional leadership training course which will give you a solid foundation ready for your leadership assessment.
Where? +
You’ll meet at our base near Solva to get kitted up (exact location will be shared in your confirmation of booking) and we’ll head to a nearby harbour which we’ve chosen to best suit the conditions on the day.
Kit Provided +
- If you have your own kit please bring it along with you
- The use of one of our fleet of high quality NRS Inflatable SUPs
- Touring paddling jacket
- Personnel PFD (floatation vest)
- Paddle
- Drybag
- Long John wetsuit
What to Bring +
In your confirmation of booking, you’ll receive a full list of basic items to bring on the day e.g. bathers to wear under the wetsuit, a water bottle, a towel, old shoes or wetsuit boots etc. Please bring food and water for the day.
Searching Availability…
Times: 09:00 – 17:00
Duration : 2 Days
Dates : See calendar
Cost : £250.00 per person
If none of the scheduled dates work for you, please feel free to contact us and organise an alternative.
The course requires a minimum of 2 people to run.
OTHER INFORMATION
Experience level? +
To attend this course, you should:
- Be comfortable in and on the water
- Be able to swim or be happy to float
- Have personal SUP skills and some rescue skills (if unsure please contact us)
- Full National Association membership.
Age restrictions? +
The course is suitable for all ages above 16 years old. Any paddlers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Who is this course for? +
With the SUP Tidal Leader award, you’ll be equipped to guide SUP trips in coastal and estuary settings, prioritising safety and enjoyment for everyone in your group. Trips can range from educational sessions and team outings to pure explorations of tidal environments. Whether working independently or as part of a club or organisation, you’ll have the skills to make each trip memorable.
Qualifications gained? +
This is a professional leadership training course which will give you a solid foundation ready for your leadership assessment.
Where? +
You’ll meet at our base near Solva to get kitted up (exact location will be shared in your confirmation of booking) and we’ll head to a nearby harbour which we’ve chosen to best suit the conditions on the day.
Kit Provided +
- If you have your own kit please bring it along with you
- The use of one of our fleet of high quality NRS Inflatable SUPs
- Touring paddling jacket
- Personnel PFD (floatation vest)
- Paddle
- Drybag
- Long John wetsuit
What to Bring +
In your confirmation of booking, you’ll receive a full list of basic items to bring on the day e.g. bathers to wear under the wetsuit, a water bottle, a towel, old shoes or wetsuit boots etc. Please bring food and water for the day.
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