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Become a Stand Up Paddleboard Leader

January 2, 2025

BCAB is delighted to launch the NEW SUP Sheltered Water Leader and the NEW SUP Tidal Leader. The NEW awards complement our existing SUP Leader Awards, which include the SUP White Water Leader, SUP Coastal Leader and SUP Inland Open…

BCAB NEW Stand Up Paddleboard Leadership Awards now available

BCAB is delighted to announce the NEW SUP Sheltered Water Leader and the NEW SUP Tidal Leader are now available. The NEW awards complement our existing SUP Leader Awards, which include the SUP White Water Leader, SUP Coastal Leader and…

Support Modules

The support modules are aimed at anyone wanting to gain knowledge and develop in the specific areas of interest and cover a range of topics. Each module can be done as face to face/blended learning or as an eLearning package.…

Stand Up Paddleboard Tidal Leader

The Stand Up Paddleboard Tidal Leader is aimed at stand up paddleboarders who wish to lead groups on journeys in simple areas of coastline, which includes defined beaches and sheltered bays where the group could easily land and in winds…

Stand Up Paddleboard Sheltered Water Leader

The Stand Up Paddleboard Sheltered Water Leader is aimed at stand up paddleboarders who wish to lead groups on journeys in sheltered waters (both wind affected and slow moving water). The Leadership and Raft Guide Awards suite align to the…

BCAB launches NEW Surf and Swell eLearning

December 3, 2024

British Canoeing Awarding Body is delighted to announce the launch of the new Surf and Swell eLearning. The Surf and Swell module gives paddlers an introduction to ground and wind swell, as well as surf forecasts. The eLearning also explores…

Unwrap 24 Days of Coaching Christmas!

December 1, 2024

This year has been a busy one for British Canoeing Awarding Body! To celebrate, we’ve curated a special Advent Calendar filled with our top picks of the year. Discover new resources, courses, and updates designed to develop paddlers, instructors, coaches,…

Become a Stand Up Paddleboard Leader

November 21, 2024

Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP) has rapidly gained popularity worldwide for its accessibility, fun, and diverse ways of engaging with nature. Whether on calm lakes, rivers, or coastal areas, SUP offers something for everyone—from fitness enthusiasts to adventure seekers. As the…

Become a BCAB Performance Coach

November 14, 2024

Coaching is one of the most rewarding and impactful ways to contribute to the world of paddlesports. Whether you’re working with elite athletes or dedicated paddlers looking to improve, the role of a Performance Coach is critical to helping individuals…

Did You Know? Level 3 Coach Award

November 11, 2024

Level 3 Coach Award

Did You Know? Reasons to choose BCAB qualifications

Introduction to White Water Safety

Stand Up Paddleboard Coastal Leader

Sea Kayak Leader (non-tidal and tidal)

Paddlesport Leader

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