Throughout the 2023 we are proud to offer British Canoeing Paddle Safer Award courses. Available every Sunday evening at Loch Freuchie, Perthshire between 5pm and 7pm, it costs £50pp. We are more than happy to run this award course at other times, dates and locations on request.

This is a fully certificated 2 hour course from British Canoeing, the sport's national governing body. It can be undertaken in the craft of your choice - SUP, Kayak, Canoe and Inflatable Kayak. We can provide SUPs and Kayaks, but you are welcome to bring the craft of your choice too.

If you’re a new or novice paddler and want to raise your awareness of paddling safely, then the Paddle Safer is for you! It’ll help you develop a better understanding of how to be safe when taking to the water.

During this award, your instructor will work with you to develop your knowledge around equipment and environmental factors, as well as practical rescues, giving you confidence on the water.

The Paddle Safer award is exactly what it says on the tin. This practical course gives you top tips and considerations to support you to paddle safer. Over the two hours, you will learn how to choose appropriate equipment. You will also develop an understanding of the factors which affect your paddling, such as the environment.

During the session, you will develop your knowledge, experience and ability to plan your paddles and trips. It will highlight what to expect and look out for, based on the places you paddle.

You will practice a range of rescue techniques, and learn how to support each other and explore possible solutions to common mishaps