BCAB Advanced Open Water and White Water Combined Canoe Leader Enhanced Training Package
  • Plas y Brenin
  • 5 Days
  • 4 People to 1 instructor

BCAB Advanced Open Water and White Water Combined Canoe Leader Enhanced Training Package

  • Paddle
  • British Canoeing Award
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Overview

During the five days, we’ll develop the skills required to lead others in advanced conditions defined as grade 3/4 white water and large sections of open water where the paddlers are more than 500m from the shore and in winds that exceed force 4. We’ll ensure you leave the course with a clear picture of the assessment standards, what the assessments look like and a clear action plan towards your assessments. By the end of this training, you’ll be a more confident leader, possessing the necessary personal paddling, rescue, safety, leadership, and group skills required for the awards. This course brings you one step closer to becoming an Advanced White Water Canoe Leader and an Advanced Open Water Canoe Leader and equips you with effective leadership techniques and boat control in the advanced water environments.

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The Objectives

The primary objective of this training is to enhance your leadership abilities and prepare you for the Advanced White Water Canoe Leader and Advanced Open Water Canoe Leader assessments. You will gain the confidence to lead in advanced white water and open water conditions while acquiring the skills necessary for effective personal paddling, rescue, and group management.

Itinerary

* Please note: Itinerary is subject to weather and availability.

This five-day training course will challenge your skills on Grade 3/4 white water and on open water in winds exceeding force 4 with guidance from our experts. To make the most of this experience, ensure that you are physically fit for a demanding week in advanced conditions. Regular canoeing experience is essential before attending this training, as it will help you build on your existing skills and get the most value from the course. Expect a hands-on, immersive experience that will improve your leadership and canoeing abilities in advanced water environments.

Experience Required

A current and varied skillset in advanced conditions will help you take on all the leadership information covered in this five-day training. You’ll need to be on top of your game for this training course. Make sure that you’re fit enough for five challenging days on the water. You should also have paddled regularly before attending. Familiarise yourself with the British Canoeing course (white water leader) content here Familiarise yourself with the British Canoeing course (open water leader) content here

Available Course Dates

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Course Start Date
9th November, 2026
Duration
5 Days
Cost*
Non-Residential:
£610.00
Residential:
£960.00

*If your course is based at Plas Y Brenin, Capel Curig, residential prices include catering from the morning of your course start date and cover the duration of your course, accommodation starts on the night before your course commences to the morning of the last day of your booking.

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