Summary
Paddlesports Instructor , Ballyhass Mallow
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Accommodation Available
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Location Ballyhass Mallow
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Activity Type Courses
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Location We Come To You
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Are you passionate about paddling and want to share your love of the sport with others?
Join our immersive Paddle UK's Instructor Course and embark on a rewarding career as a certified paddlesport instructor or use your skills to develop your personal skills. Our expert trainers will provide you with wealth of experience and will guid you through a comprehensive programme in a fun and educational enviroment.
Key Features:
- Comprehensive Training: Learn the latest techniques, safety protocols, and teaching methodologies.
- Industry-Recognized Qualifications: Gain certification that opens doors to exciting opportunities.
- Inspire Others: Share your passion and knowledge with aspiring paddlers of all ages and skill levels.
- Career Advancement: Build a fulfilling career as a paddlesport instructor, guiding others on unforgettable adventures.
What You'll Learn:
- Paddling techniques and equipment for crafts such as canoes, kayaks and SUP (stand up paddle board)
- Risk assessment and safety procedures
- Teaching and communication skills
- Group management and leadership
- Environmental awareness and conservation
- All this in 2 days!
Why Choose Us:
- Experienced and knowledgeable instructors
- Small group sizes for personalized attention
- Practical, hands-on learning experiences
- Supportive and encouraging environment
For more detailed information! Check the tabs below
Paddle UK is a leading organisation in the United Kingdom dedicated to promoting and supporting paddlesports, which include activities like kayaking, canoeing, and stand-up paddleboarding (SUP). They are the governing body for these sports in the UK, offering a wide range of services and resources for paddlers of all levels.
Here's a brief overview of what Paddle UK does:
- Training and Qualifications: Providing a comprehensive range of training courses and qualifications for paddlers, from beginners to advanced levels. This includes instructor training, safety courses, and performance awards.
- Membership: Paddles UK Membership offers various benefits, including waterway access, insurance, and discounts on equipment and services.
- Competitions and Events: Organising and support a variety of paddlesport competitions and events throughout the UK, from local races to national championships.
- Safety and Advocacy: Paddle UK promotes safety standards and advocates for the rights of paddlers, working with government agencies and other organizations to ensure safe and enjoyable paddling experiences.
- Resources and Information: Providing a wealth of resources and information for paddlers, including guidance on equipment, techniques, and safety.
Conveniently we offer this course not only at our fully equiped facilty at Ballyhass Mallow, we can also bring our expertise directly to your school or business.
Training at Our Center: Benefit from our fully equipped facilities for a comprehensive learning experience.
On-site Accommodation: Enjoy the convenience of staying at our center during your course. Our bunkhouse village is excellent choice to breakdown travel and be on the doorstep for the training course- please contact us to book or for more information.
We Come to You: Our expert instructors can travel to your business for personalised training- please note, if we conduct the training at your location, there will be a nominal daily off-site operational fee to cover our external expenses
How remote is the location? Ballyhass Lakes is 15-20mins car journey outside known towns of Mallow and Kanturk. All roads leading to the lakes are regional or secondary roads. During the winter season and early morning/late evening hours, the roads are not lit and would be more known as back country roads. Taxis can be gotten from the lakes to the local towns however there is no bus route passing the entrance.
No equipment is specifically needed to partake on this course as all the required equipment is provided by the Training Academy incl. but not limited to wetsuits, BAs, kags, paddles etc. This equipment is returned at the end of the course.
What is recommended to bring:
- Towels- swimming togs ect,
- A change of dry clothes
- Food and water- we do have a onsite cafe if you need some extras or forgotten your own
- Notepad and pen
- Weather dependent gear- Suncream, hat, waterproof clothing
The paddlesports instructor course is open to everyone keeping in mind of the following requirements:
- Need to be able to paddle a Canoe, Kayak or Stand up paddle board independently on flat water
- Be confident in open water
- No age requirement
- Prefered but not required- to be able to keep yourself and others safe on and near the water, for example a paddler failing of there craft
Febuary: 15th-16th
March: 17th-18th
May: 24th and 31st
July: 5th and 6th
August: 23rd and 24th
October: 11th and 12th
€210 (18+)
€200 (Under 18)
Ballyhass Mallow
