White Water Safety & Rescue
The BCU WWSR training course is designed for all paddlers operating in a moderate to advanced white water environment in either kayak or canoe. In addition, the training is required for those seeking their 4 star leader (white water or open canoe) award.
What can this course provide me?
If you have an interest in the following development areas this course would have great benefits for you.
- To improve individuals awareness of safety skills in the river environment.
- To teach personal survival skills.
- To teach throwline rescue techniques.
- To understand the need for structure in an emergency situation
- To outline basic rescue protocols that prioritise the safety of the individual above all others.
- To introduce & develop the ‘clean rope’ principle
At the end of your training we suggest a development plan to consolidate your new skills, continue your development and mainatin your skill level.
What experience do I need to go for my training?
Due to the paddling environment and boat control requires the candidate should be:
- Confident swimmer on grade 2(3) water.
- Have a good level of general fitness
- Be a minimum of 16 years of age.
If you would like any further information or to check your suitability for this course, please call our office on: +44 (0)845 0948276 or use our Contact/Booking Service and one of our team will get back to you.
What does the assessment involve?
The assessment part of this course is done as a continues assessment, this means that as you complete each training unit you need to show the necessary level of competence for each skill for successful completion of the course.
