You'll need to be on top of your game for this assessment (formerly known as BCU 4 Star Leaders Award Assessment - Canoe). It tests the skills you need to evaluate a group of paddlers to establish whether a particular trip is suitable to their level of performance -or choose alternatives for them. You'll need to apply a variety of techniques appropriate for moving water, and exposed open water, requiring the paddlers you're leading to perform appropriate and effective manoeuvres in real situations.
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Get in touchTo succeed, you'll demonstrate the personal skill level required to lead a group of up to four solo canoe paddlers or three tandem canoe crews, on Moderate White Water and Moderate Inland Water.
The assessment will include a day on white-water at grade 2+ and a day on moderate open water in winds up to force 4.
Our instructors are some of the UK’s most experienced. We train other instructors and help to write the national syllabuses for NGB qualifications in mountaineering, paddlesports, cycling and climbing. Our goal is to teach you skills to last a lifetime, and at Plas y Brenin you know you are getting training from the best.
If your course is based at Plas y Brenin, the residential price includes accommodation for the night before, and the duration of your time here. If you’re staying with us, we also provide delicious meals to keep you going as you learn, meaning you can concentrate on enjoying yourself.
When it comes to equipment, at Plas y Brenin we have a wide range of top-quality kit for you to use, all included in your course fee. This means if you’re just starting out, there’s no need to rush out and buy a load of expensive gear, and if you’re already pretty well kitted-out, it’s a great chance to try something new.