British Canoeing Coaching and Qualifications Department is looking for specialists in several disciplines to help shape, advise and provide recommendations in the areas of qualifications, awards and safety.

Applications are now open for anyone who feels they are able to commit and contribute for a 4 year period.

To find out which disciplines we are currently recuriting for click the link below!

Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP) has experienced a surge in popularity in recent years. However, along with this growth in participation, there has also been a substantial increase in the number of individuals encountering difficulties while out on their SUPs.

Recent statistics released by the RNLI show that offshore winds have been a significant contributor in Stand-Up Paddleboarders getting into trouble.

The Introduction to White Water Safety course is designed to support paddlers to become effective group members on grade 2 water. This one day course is suitable for anyone starting out on their white water paddling journey, wanting to explore the role of an effective group member and learn simple strategies and safe skills that can provide the tools to solve common paddling issues.

The NEW Introduction to White Water Safety course will be available from 1st September  2023.

Reporting incidents helps British Canoeing to identify paddlesport issues and safety concerns across the country. The online system can be used by members and non-members to report incidents and notable events (near misses). These are treated confidentially and used to improve safety for everyone. 

To make it easier to report an incident a QR code has been created which goes directly to British Canoeing's online incident reporting system. This sheet could be used digitally or as a hard copy in a suitable location. The main British Canoeing incident reporting website page can be found here. 

For any safety related queries, please contact: safety@britishcanoeing.org.uk.