South Wales Canoe, Kayak and SUP Training Weekend 2025

Penwythnos Hyffroddi De Cymru / South Wales Paddlesport Weekend

Friday 8th June - Sunday 8th June 2025 

A kayak, canoe and SUP training and assessment weekend in South Wales for Scouts and Leaders to gain the Scout Badges. 

Each Scout must come fully equipped with his/her own paddling equipment, some kayaks and canoes may be available to lend by prior arrangement with the local Scout District. The craft should be in good condition and registered with their Scout District and will be inspected by the coaching staff prior to being allowed on the water. Group Leaders or responsible adults should be available ashore to care for any paddler who for any reason leaves the water.

Camping is at https://springvalleylakes.co.uk/ and is included in the price

Courses on offer:

Scouts Paddlesports Stage 1

Scouts Paddlesports Stage 2

Scouts Paddlesports Stage 3

https://www.scouts.org.uk/staged-badges/paddle-sports/

***NEW*** - Scout Kayaking Permit Preparation Training - £70

Two day training on skills needed to lead water activities in C class waters, and preparation for a paddle sports permit.
Day 1 will focus on safety, equipment, rescues from a variety of craft,
Day 2 will focus on leading sessions.  What to include Before, during, after,  How and when to provide hints and tips, games with a purposes, Progression over multiple sessions.

If you want a Canoe Wales award please contact us for a price. 

Cost : Participants: £50 per person 

Service Crew: £20 per person

Book and pay at least 14 days prior to the event to receive the early bird discount!

Participants: £45 

Service Crew £15