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BCU UKCC Level 1

Certificate in Coaching Paddlesport

 

COURSE DATES:

Thurs - Sun 22nd - 25th April 2010

Thurs - Sun 7th - 10th October 2010
Four day course

Link to Canoe Wales infomation BCU UKCC Level 1 

START AND FINISH The course starts at 9am on the first day and finishes at 4pm on the last. The programme is full and there are homework elements.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND THE COURSE: The UKCC BCU Level 1 Certificate in Coaching Paddlesport is appropriate for individuals new to coaching, who have some knowledge of paddlesport, and wish to learn how to help
others enjoy paddling. The qualification is appropriate to individuals who want to coach any of the various paddlesport disciplines. Level 1 Coaches will build skills during the course that will continue to develop as they start to coach under the guidance of a more qualified coach.
BANK OR BOAT BASED COURSE The UKCC Level 1 Certificate in Coaching Paddlesport is available as either a Boat or Bank-based option. Boat-based Coaches are required to hold the New BCU 2 Star Award. If you are interested in a bank based course please contact us.
WHAT IS INVOLVED The course involves 4 days (32 hours) of contact time this covers the following. 
  • Risk Assessment
  • Group Management
  • Basic Teaching Strategies
  • Use of games within teaching
  • Supervisory skills for the coach
  • Opportunities for mentored practice
  • Completion of assessment tasks
  • Safety and rescue skills
  • All Assessment tasks.
EXTRAS: Included in the price is accommodation and you can also use the centres Kayaks, Canoes and equipment.
HOW DO I REGISTER AND WHAT WILL I NEED TO BRING:

1) You will require home nation full membership with either Canoe Wales, Canoe England, SCA or CANI. http://www.bcu.org.uk/about/membership/

2) Complete and send off a CR form, this is your registration to become a coach, it costs £39 and you will be sent a pack and a stamped CR form. Give this at least 3 weeks.                                http://www.canoe-england.org.uk/media/pdf/CR%20Form%20V2.pdf

3) Complete a FSRT Foundation Safety and Rescue Training course.  http://www.canoe-england.org.uk/media/pdf/FSRT%20Syllabus.pdf

4) Complete a BCU 2 Star Paddlesport Award. This award covers both canoe and kayak skills.   http://www.canoe-england.org.uk/media/pdf/Two%20Star%20Syllabus.pdf

5) Bring your workbook, stamped CR Form, Copys of your certificates and an open mind to the start of the course.

WHERE WILL I STAY:

Accomodation at the centre is included in the cost please let us know if you wish to stay. All bedding is provided.

FOOD: No meals are provided as part of the course but there is a self-catering kitchen in the centre.
COST: The cost of the 4 day course is £250 + Vat. or club members pay (enquire)
WHAT NEXT:

Check out the detailed infomation from the following website and read up upon what the course you are about to attend invloves. http://www.bcu.org.uk/tests-and-awards/coaching-qualifications-courses/bcu-i-ukcc-level-1/

If you would like to attend a course please download a Booking Form fill it in and post it to us. For any further enquirys email bpaddlers@aol.com or phone us on 01559 363209.

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