Discover Award
The Discover Award will help you develop a better understanding of the fundamentals of paddling
What is the Discover Award?
The Discover Award allows you to develop your decision making and practical skills for a fun and safe time on the water, as you become a more skilled and independent paddler. Through this award you will learn how to choose and effectively use equipment, whilst developing an understanding of the factors which might affect your paddling in the craft of your choice whether that be in a canoe/ kayak or SUP.
All Kit and Equipment is provided such as Wetsuits, Buoyancy Aids, Boats, Paddles etc.
Who is it for?
Paddle UK Discover Award covers all the skills you need to pass the award. The Discover Award will give you the confidence to begin progressing towards making your own choices and paddling independently and is the ideal progression from the Start Award.
Why should I do the Discover Award?
If you want to develop your skills from your Start Award or feel like you need to expand your basic paddling knowledge further, this is the award for you!
The award covers topics such as:
· Encouraging independent decision making on different bodies of water, covering safety and weather aspects to.
· Preparing for self-guided adventures
· Equipment you will need for a variety of paddle trips
· Further developing your canoe, kayak or SUP paddling and rescue skills
What we cover: Kit and equipment, launching and landing, effective forward paddling, turning, stopping, external factors to our paddling, safety of myself and others.
What To Bring: Swimwear or Quick Drying layers to go underneath a wetsuit, an old pair of shoes you don’t mind getting wet and a towel.
Craft: A choice of Canoe, Sit on Top Kayak or Stand Up Paddleboard.
Duration: 10am – 4pm with a 30 minute lunch
Future Development
Each day you spend on the water further expands your skills and knowledge, creating a more enjoyable experience on the water. We will include a post activity reflection of the day to help guide you towards the most enjoyable paddling experiences possible.
Please ensure you complete a medical consent form for each participant before starting the session. You can compete the form here.
