Manual Handling for Paddlesport

This 45-minute, single-module British Canoeing Awarding Body eLearning is for all paddlers who are new to the topic of manual handling. It covers different paddlesport manual handling situations, a model for considering and managing risk, and steps to take to better protect our bodies.

Inclusive Language eLearning

This 30-minute single-module eLearning covers the importance of using inclusive language and the positive impact it can have on those around you.

Paddle Safer Provider Training

This two-module one-hour British Canoeing Awarding Body eLearning ensures that providers of the Go Paddling Paddle Safer course have the key information and resources they need to be able to deliver the course. Please note that anyone wanting to provide the Paddle Safer course will need to take this eLearning.

Equipment Management and Safety

Designed for paddlers wanting to improve their equipment management knowledge, the 3-module Equipment Management and Safety eLearning takes around an hour to complete.

Introduction To Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

This Introduction to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion eLearning is for anyone wanting to make a positive change and make their paddling environment more inclusive. It includes ideas, tools and resources.

Personal Performance Awards Provider Refresher

Aimed at existing PPA Providers, this single-module 30-minute eLearning ensures continual development, standardisation and delivery of our Educational Philosophy. We have developed this eLearning update to revisit the awards, explore methods of delivery as well as focus on a specific area to support both providers and paddlers.

Risk Management and Risk Assessment

This 1-hour, 3-module British Canoeing Awarding Body eLearning is a great resource for instructors, coaches, leaders, providers, deployers and activity providers, looking to further develop an understanding of the responsibilities of managing risk, as well as identifying risk and writing risk assessments.

Introduction to Fitness in Paddlesport

Designed for anyone wanting to get fit for paddling, this 20-minute single-module eLearning explains why increasing fitness can benefit you and includes different exercises to try.

Leading and Guiding In Unfamiliar Environments

This 30-minute single-module British Canoeing Awarding Body eLearning is perfect for new and experienced leaders. Whether you are planning a big adventure to another country, or just heading down the road to a new stretch of water, this activity is packed full of information to help guide you through the planning process.

Introduction to Paddlesport

This 30-minute Go Paddling eLearning is a perfect introduction for anyone just getting started with Paddlesport as it gives key information and tips to help new and returning paddlers to get started safely. Topic areas include key equipment, safety precautions and environmental factors, which are essential for all beginners to know.

Coach Developer

The Coach Developer eLearning is aimed at anyone who supports the development of paddlesport coaches, instructors and leaders.

Leadership

This 20-minute, one module British Canoeing Awarding Body eLearning explores the Paddle UK Model of Leadership and supports all leaders or aspirant leaders.
It will help you to make informed decisions to the many questions posed when leading in a water-based environment. It takes you through the key principles behind the model and the influences on leader behaviour and leadership styles.

Introduction to Disability Awareness

It’s important to consider the disabilities of any paddlers around you as a coach, centre manager, leader or fellow participant. This single-module Introduction to Disability Awareness elearning takes around 20 minutes to complete.

First Aid

Created for those wanting a brief introduction to first aid that is relevant to paddlesport, this elearning takes around 20 minutes.

Code of Conduct for Coaching Workforce

This free 20-minute eLearning supports Coaches, Leaders, Instructors and participants in understanding the Paddle UK Code of Conduct for Coaching Workforce. Coaches play a key role in the lives of those they coach and the Code of Conduct applies to all those who help others achieve their goals through paddlesport.

Buoyage Awareness

Aimed at anyone paddling on coastal waters in a sea kayak or other craft, this 20-minute eLearning gives an introduction to buoys and markers. Essential for staying safe at sea, the module covers how to recognise multiple types of buoys by their colours, shapes, lights and location.

Introduction to Environmental Awareness

Raising awareness of the importance of protecting our waterways and what you can do as a paddler to help, this introductory-level eLearning takes around 20 minutes.

Introduction to Nutrition & Hydration

Designed for anyone interested in developing their understanding of nutrition and hydration of paddlers, this eLearning takes around 20 minutes to complete. Learn about key aspects, such as balanced diets, dehydration, and nutritional needs when being active.