Rules for Flat Water Trips
| Environment | Coached Session | Non-coached Session | 2019 BC Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat water
(Canals, lakes, foreign basins, rivers not above grade 1) |
1 x L1 : 8 x student
Maximum novices in one group: 12 |
1 x L1 : 8 x student
Maximum group size: 12 Paddlers with experience can join the group as helpers |
Minimum for coaching:
Kayak Coach (SW) Canoe Coach (SW) Kayak & Canoe Coach (SW) Deployed Paddle Sport Instructor with First Aid
PaddleSport Leader
PaddleExplore
3 x PaddleExplore 2 x Specific Discipline Award |
| Uncoached/unled group | Participation in Club flat water un-coached/unled group requires a mandatory 2*/Explore award and FSRT.
An un-coached/unled group consists of at least 3 x 2*/Explore level paddlers. There is no “buddying” scheme to enable less experienced paddlers in the group. A coordinator should be nominated to ensure the group have all necessary equipment and a paddle plan. A suitable trip should be found for the whole group. If numbers allow, it is acceptable to divide a larger un-coached/unled group into smaller groups of paddlers wishing to paddle different sections/areas. All club flat un-coached/unled group club trips are arranged on the forum and groups are based on the club members who attend that particular trip, and the factors listed above. Any unofficial groups (WhatsApp or otherwise) are used only for private trips.
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