Paddle Awards
Paddle Award: Nomad Paddle Start – Kayak
| Syllabus | Prerequisites | Duration | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| A fun and enjoyable practical session, introducing you to paddlesport. The prerequisite level for joining Nomads. | No experience required though you need to be aged 10 or above (aged 13 or above for our October courses), and be able to swim 25m and be confident in open water. | 3 hours | £45 (non-members) £30 (members) |
Dates in 2025 – tbc
Our Paddle Start Courses are currently on their winter break and will resume after Easter when water temperatures are somewhat warmer than at present. To register your interest in attending future Paddle Start courses, please contact us and we will add you to our contact list. We will then contact you as the next dates are confirmed.
| Date | Day | Time | Age Group | Places available |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| tbc | tbc | tbc | tbc | tbc |
Paddle Award: Nomad Paddle Discover
To register your interest in attending, or for more information, on Paddle Discover courses, please contact us and we will add you to our contact list so we can contact you once course dates are published.
| Syllabus | Prerequisites | Duration | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| The next step towards becoming an independent paddler, developing an understanding of the factors which affect your paddling; developing your decision making and practical skills, giving you confidence on the water. | You need to be aged 10 or above (aged 13 or above for our October courses). Have previously attended a Nomad led Paddle Start Kayak Course. | tbc | tbc |
Dates in 2025 – tbc
| Date | Day | Time | Age Group | Places available |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| tbc | tbc | tbc | tbc | tbc |
Paddle Award: Nomad Paddle Explore
To register your interest in attending, or for more information, on Paddle Explore courses, please contact us and we will add you to our contact list so we can contact you once course dates are published.
| Syllabus | Prerequisites | Duration | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| The final British Canoeing Paddle Award offered by Nomads, this course gives you ownership, allowing you to choose where you move next in the world of paddlesport, it includes journeying where you take a trip in your chosen craft and are required to demonstrate your ability to confidently manoeuvre your craft on lakes, canals and rivers. | You need to be aged 10 or above (aged 13 or above or our October courses) and have demonstrated that you have recently attended a Nomad led Paddle Discover course. You will also need a packed lunch for the day. | tbc | tbc |
Dates in 2025 – tbc
| Date | Day | Time | Age Group | Places available |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| tbc | tbc | tbc | tbc | tbc |
Beyond the Paddle Awards (Courses available at/through Nomads)
Rescue Emergency Care Level 1 (REC1) First Aid
Note: The cost of this course is subsidised for Nomad Members.
| Syllabus | Prerequisites | Duration | Cost | Places Available |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The course will include all the content of a standard REC 1 course plus tailored content around hypothermia that water based instructors and activity leaders will find especially useful. Course Dates Dates in 2025 tbc | None | 8 hours 08:45-18:00 | tbc | tbc |
Paddlesport Safety & Rescue Training Course (formerly FSRT)
Note: The cost of this course is subsidised for Nomad Members.
| Syllabus | Prerequisites | Duration | Cost | Places Available |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Do you want to know what to do if either you or others fall into the water? This course will support you to consider safe practices, provide practical solutions to common issues and appropriate responses to incidents, providing peace of mind when venturing out onto the water. An essential course for the independent paddler. This course is also a prerequisite for British Canoeing Paddlesport Instructor. Further information can be found on the Paddle UK (formerly British Canoeing) and Paddles Up Training websites. Course Dates Dates in 2025 tbc | Paddle Explore Award or equivalent experience and BC Registration | 8 hours 09:00-17:00 | tbc | tbc |
Paddlesport Instructor Award
Note: The cost of this course is subsidised for Nomad Members.
| Syllabus | Prerequisites | Duration | Cost | Places Available |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Paddlesport Instructor Award is the baseline qualification for supervising Aquadrome based Club sessions. Course Dates Dates in 2025 tbc | FSRT/PSRT and BC Registration | 2 days 09:00 -17:00 | tbc | tbc |
Introduction to Safeguarding eLearning
| Syllabus | Prerequisites | Duration | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| This course covers introductory safeguarding awareness, explaining best practice and what to do if you have a concern. The course is baseline qualification for supervising Aquadrome based club sessions. This eLearning module is provide by Paddle UK (formerly British Canoeing) Click here to access the course | None | 45 mins | £10 |