BCU - 3 Star White Water Kayak - Assessment
British Canoe Union 3 Star White Water Kayak Award
The BCU 3 Star White Water Kayak Award (formerly known as the BCU 3 Star Inland Kayak Award) conventionally consists of a one day assessment, however in order for you to warm up, brush up on your skills and perform at your best for the assessment we have combined it into a 2 day course with the assessment taking place on the second day. While it is not imperative, before taking the assessment it is recommended that you have already taken the BCU 2 Star Award and undergone 3 Star White Water Kayak Training. However, if you have not taken the previous awards or training session but feel you have sufficient relevant experience it is best contact us to discuss taking the assessment.
The award will assess and build upon the skills of previous white water experience while preparing you for a range of white water situations in the future. The assessment will require evidence of at least 3 previous white water sessions (log book) in more than one location, and skills including advanced control of the kayak (e.g.ferry gliding), capsize recovery and theory among other skills.
If you are an experienced kayaker but have never tried white water kayaking, or would like to build on your skills and experience before getting the award, our BCU 3 Star White Water Kayak Training course is the ideal next step for you.
If you want the full details of the necessary requirements for the BCU 3 Star White Water Kayak Award please view the BCU 3 Star White Water Kayak Award syllabus.
- White-water theory
- White-water safety awareness
- Equipment selection
- Kayaking techniques
- Rescue techniques
- Access and egress
Cost
£165Duration
2 DaysGroup Size
2-6
Pre-requisites
You must be a competent flat water kayaker; it is recommended that you hold the BCU 2 Star Award or have equivalent experience, and have experience of kayaking in grade 2 waters (must be able to proivde evidence e.g. log book)
Course Syllabus
Download the BCU 3 Star White Water Kayak Award syllabus here.
October - March, please see the calendar for the next available dates.
Devon
Equipment Supplied
You will need your own boat and equipment; kayaks and equipment can be borrowed with prior arrangement.Equipment Needed
Suitable clothing for the time of year should be worn. A complete change of clothes or a wetsuit with appropriate footwear is also needed. We will provide you with a kit listMin Age - 18yrs
Catering
Self catering; please bring a packed lunch (and plenty of water), as there are normally no shops near the venue.
Accommodation
This course includes 2 nights stay in a self catering bunkhouse.
