Description
British Canoeing Core Coach Training
Who: open to paddlers interested in introducing others to Paddlesport and a great CPD
option for those who already have a British Canoeing coaching award.
What: throughout the 2-day course you will be introduced to and explore coaching concepts, models and
approaches which can help support and shape your own coaching practice.
How: we support your coach learning by using a blend of classroom sessions, practical on the water
and group professional conversations.
Where: the course will run in the Shrewsbury area on the River Severn or other suitable sheltered water environment.
Notes:
All coach learners must be ‘On the Water’ British Canoeing Members
Paddling at least at Explore level to get the most out of the course
Consider Coach Award registration with your home nation to access Coach
Award eLearning
What to bring
Personal paddling kit, notebook etc., packed lunch and willingness to actively engage.
Canoes, kayaks, and SUPs will be available if required.
Your Tutors
Jamie Drummond
My paddling journey began in childhood with my family and local canoe club. Over
the years I have paddled all sorts of craft in many different environments. Immersed
in paddlesport coaching for over 30 years, working with a huge range of paddlers on
their own personal journeys. I am a BCU Level 5 coach, British Canoeing Technical
Group member, and British Canoeing Awarding Body Provider.
I have always been interested in learning and coaching and in recent years gaining
BSc Hons in Sport Science and MSc in Sport Coaching. Currently, I am a PhD
researcher of sport coaching at University of Derby.
Core Coach Training
Dates: 13 – 14 th May
Venue: Shrewsbury Area
Cost: £200
