Introduction to Safety Training
In an assumed risk activity such as canoeing and kayaking safety, rescue and first aid training is important. The Club can provide this training at introductory and intermediate level including:
- BCU Foundation Safety and Rescue Training - click here
- BCU White Water Safety and Rescue Training - click here
- BCU Level 1 Aquatic First Aid - click here
- BCU Level 2 Aquatic First Aid - click here
- BCU Lifeguards Pool Endorsement - click here
- Rescue and first aid workshop - click here
- Sea kayak rescue training - click here
You never know when you will those skills either as rescuer, first aider, casualty or victim.
British Canoeing Aquatic First Aid Level 1
30th March 2024
Holding an 8 hour first aid qualification is a requirement for BC Coaches level 1 and 2 and for Paddlesport Instructors. We recommend that all kayakers and canoeists should hold at least an 8 hour qualification, such as the British Canoeing Level 1 Aquatic First Aid.