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British Canoeing’s White Water Safety and Rescue Training provides the underpinning knowledge and teachings of simple and safe practical skills that can be applied within an emergency situation. The course is intended for all paddlers operating in a white water environment in a variety of crafts.

As this is a hands-on course, you’ll be involved in a number of practical activities and scenarios that are based upon the understanding of the need for structure and rescue protocols in an emergency situation, along with sound decision-making and peer leadership. Our highly experienced coaches will aim for you to leave this course having developed skills that will enable you to make good decisions and become a more integral and dynamic member of a paddling group.

Our White Water Safety and Rescue Training courses are run in groups of up to 6 candidates over the duration of two days.  Candidates are welcome to bring their own safety equipment such as throw lines, knives and slings. However, the course does involve workshops with the opportunity for you to experience using different types of equipment.

Course Content:

Areas covered on this course may include, but aren’t limited to:

• Appropriate equipment workshops
• Safety and rescue protocols
• Coaching a swimmer to shore
• Rescuing a swimmer with both rigid aids and the use of a throw line
• Use of improvised towlines
• Rescuing a capsized paddler using a mixture of deep water rescues
• Emptying a variety of boats such as white water, freestyle and sea kayaks
• Rescuing an unconscious or entrapped paddler from their craft
• Self rescues
• A variety of appropriate and realistic scenarios

Price Per Person:

£200.00 per person, discounts available for group bookings.

Price Includes:

• Professional instruction
• Individual use of chosen venue *excluding the use of Canolfan Tryweryn*
• Certification where applicable

What to Bring:

• Equipment suitable for sheltered water environments and cold conditions
• Appropriate footwear for uneven and wet surfaces
• Lunch for both days

Notes:

This course will run at a number of suitable venues throughout the year and is available upon request to groups by simply contacting us beforehand.

Lloyd Langford Expedition Training Limited provide all attendees with public liability insurance and accidental injury cover up to £5,000,000 during the course, however, the risks associated with paddlesport and outdoor activities are your own and through booking and accepting our terms and conditions you take responsibility for these risks.

We currently have no upcoming dates for this course, however if you are interested in requesting this course as a group please get in touch to discuss this:

The British Canoeing Explore Award gives you ownership; providing you with the opportunity to choose where you go next in the world of paddlesport. Working with our coaches you’ll develop a programme that suits your needs. Learning to make confident choices with this individualised approach. Recognising your ability to independently paddle your chosen craft in a sheltered water environment.

This award represents the third level on the paddle award scheme by British Canoeing. Our highly experienced coaches will inspire you and challenge you to experiment with the fundamentals of paddlesport, learn how to choose and effectively use equipment, whilst developing an understanding of the factors which affect your paddling; giving you the confidence to progress to making your own choices on the water.

Course Content:

Areas covered on this course may include but aren’t limited to:

• Clothing and equipment choices
• Lifting, carrying and launching
• Moving forward, changing direction and stopping your craft
• Effective and efficient posture
• Corrective strokes
• Active discussion of hazards and personal / group awareness
• Basic safety and rescue protocols
• Post session review or performance and enjoyment
• Discussion on personal future paddling, experiences and following awards

Price Per Person:

£85.00 per person, discounts available for group bookings.

Price Includes:

• Professional coaching
• Individual use of chosen venue
• Use of equipment including boat and paddle
• Certificate where applicable

What to Bring:

• Equipment suitable for a sheltered water environment and cold conditions
• Appropriate footwear for uneven and wet surfaces
• Lunch for the day

Notes:

This course will run at a number of suitable venues throughout the year, and is available upon request to groups by simply contacting us beforehand.

Lloyd Langford Expedition Training Limited provide all attendees with public liability insurance and accidental injury cover up to £5,000,000 during the course, however the risks associated with paddlesport and outdoor activities are your own and through booking and accepting our terms and conditions you take responsibility for these risks. paddlesport and outdoor activities are your own and through booking and accepting our terms and conditions you take responsibility for these risks.

We currently have no upcoming dates for this course, however if you are interested in requesting this course as a group please get in touch to discuss this:

The British Canoeing Discover Award allows you to develop your decision making and practical skills for a fun and safe time on the water, taking you on the next steps towards becoming a proficient and independent paddler.

This award represents the second level on the Paddle Award scheme by British Canoeing. Our highly experienced coaches will inspire you and challenge you to experiment with the fundamentals of paddlesport, learn how to choose and effectively use equipment, whilst developing an understanding of the factors which affect your paddling; giving you the confidence to progress to making your own choices with the Explore Award.

Whatever your chosen craft may be, this award is all about choice and your personal enjoyment of the sport, however upon reaching this point it may be worth considering if you want to specialise in a particular activity or discipline, developing further skills using either the Paddle Explore award or Discipline specific award pathways.

Course Content:

Areas covered on this course may include but aren’t limited to:

• Clothing and equipment choices
• Lifting, carrying and launching
• Moving forward, changing direction and stopping your craft
• Consideration of movement and control of your craft
• Active discussion of hazards and personal / group awareness
• Basic safety and rescue protocols
• Post session review or performance and enjoyment
• Discussion on personal future paddling, experiences and following awards

Price Per Person:

£85.00 per person, discounts available for group bookings.

Price Includes:

• Professional coaching
• Individual use of chosen venue
• Use of equipment including boat and paddle
• Certificate where applicable

What to Bring:

• Equipment suitable for a sheltered water environment and cold conditions
• Appropriate footwear for uneven and wet surfaces
• Lunch for the day

Notes:

This course will run at a number of suitable venues throughout the year, and is available upon request to groups by simply contacting us beforehand.

Lloyd Langford Expedition Training Limited provide all attendees with public liability insurance and accidental injury cover up to £5,000,000 during the course, however the risks associated with paddlesport and outdoor activities are your own and through booking and accepting our terms and conditions you take responsibility for these risks.

We currently have no upcoming dates for this course, however if you are interested in requesting this course as a group please get in touch to discuss this:

This award represents the first level on the Paddle Award scheme by British Canoeing. Experience your first session on the water; learning useful skills for an enjoyable paddling experience. Our highly experienced coaches aim to provide you with the basic knowledge to enable you to safely get in and out of your boat, make it move and return to your start point.

As this is your first step into the world of paddling, this award is all about choice and your personal enjoyment of the sport. You have the freedom to choose what craft you use and gain this award in.  We have years of experience in helping people take their first steps in their chosen sports, trust us to help you take yours!

Course Content:

Areas covered on this course may include but aren’t limited to:

• Clothing and equipment choices
• Lifting, carrying and launching
• Moving forward, changing direction and stopping your craft
• Active discussion of hazards and personal / group awareness
• Post session review or performance and enjoyment
• Discussion on personal future paddling, experiences and following awards

Price Per Person:

£65.00 per person, discounts available for group bookings.

Price Includes:

• Professional coaching
• Individual use of chosen venue
• Use of equipment including boat and paddle
• Certificate where applicable

What to Bring:

• Equipment suitable for a sheltered water environment and cold conditions
• Appropriate footwear for uneven and wet surfaces
• Lunch for the day

Notes:

This course will run at a number of suitable venues throughout the year, and is available upon request to groups by simply contacting us beforehand.

Lloyd Langford Expedition Training Limited provide all attendees with public liability insurance and accidental injury cover up to £5,000,000 during the course, however the risks associated with paddlesport and outdoor activities are your own and through booking and accepting our terms and conditions you take responsibility for these risks.

We currently have no upcoming dates for this course, however if you are interested in requesting this course as a group please get in touch to discuss this:

Our one day introductory course is designed to give you a fun, enjoyable and informative introduction to the world of paddlesport. We will be introducing a number of basic strokes required to move a craft, a rundown of general observed practices, equipment and clothing choices and some exciting games to test new skills.

Experience is neither necessary nor required; in fact it is encouraged, the day is designed to take those who have never stepped foot in a kayak or canoe and show the fun and incredible opportunities the sport of kayaking can offer.

This course is run within a sheltered environment throughout the year, as it is important to us that you feel comfortable in your surroundings when trying something new. Our professional instructors will begin by initially briefing the group and when everyone is geared up and ready to go we will get on the water and give it a go!

Price Per Person:

£85.00 per person, discounts available for group bookings.

Price Includes:

• Professional Instruction
• Individual use of chosen venue
• Use of equipment including boats and paddles

What to Bring:

• Equipment suitable for a sheltered water environment and  cold conditions
• Appropriate footwear for uneven and wet surfaces
• Lunch for the day

Notes:

This course will run at a number of suitable venues throughout the year, and is available upon request to groups by simply contacting us beforehand.

Lloyd Langford Expedition Training Limited provide all attendees with public liability insurance and accidental injury cover up to £5,000,000 during the course, however the risks associated with paddlesport and outdoor activities are your own and through booking and accepting our terms and conditions you take responsibility for these risks.

We currently have no upcoming dates for this course, however if you are interested in requesting this course as a group please get in touch to discuss this: