Courses and Personal Development

Lead with Confidence in Dynamic Coastal Conditions

Develop the leadership skills needed to confidently guide groups in moderate sea conditions. Set against the outstanding and varied coastline of Anglesey, this practical course is designed for paddlers who already have solid personal skills and are ready to focus on leading others safely and effectively.

Throughout the course you'll explore how to make sound decisions, manage groups, and adapt your leadership style to changing environmental conditions while maintaining an enjoyable and safe experience for everyone.

Working in small groups, you'll receive personalised coaching and constructive feedback as you develop the confidence to lead journeys in moderate conditions.

Every course is tailored to the conditions and the experience of the group, ensuring you gain relevant, practical leadership experience throughout your time on the water.

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Ready to Take the Next Step? 2-Day Sea Kayak Coach Training
Are you a qualified sea kayak leader looking to elevate your skills and inspire others? Transform your passion into expertise with our immersive two-day course, specifically designed to help you progress into coaching confidently in moderate conditions!

What You Need to Join (Prerequisites):
To ensure you get the most out of this advanced training, participants must have:

Core Training (or equivalent—reach out to us if you need help meeting this requirement!)

Sea Kayak Leadership Award

Home Nations Full Membership

(Please note: BCAB registration fees are additional).

Take the leap and advance your coaching journey! Contact us today for further information and to secure your spot on the water.

Come and paddle in one of the UK's most iconic tidal playgrounds. Harness the power of local knowledge to unlock the full potential of the Menai Strait and the legendary Swellies.

Whether you're looking to sharpen your river-running techniques or experience one of the UK's most exciting tidal venues, this is your chance to take your paddling to the next level.

Our Menai Strait & Swellies Guided Play Days are designed for experienced paddlers who want to make the most of this iconic tidal playground. Benefit from expert local knowledge as we guide you to the best features at the right stages of the tide, helping you surf tidal waves, master eddy lines, and refine your paddling with practical coaching throughout the day. Full safety cover is provided, allowing you to focus on developing your skills and enjoying the experience.

Participants should have previous experience paddling in tidal environments, including tide races, or be comfortable on Grade 3 white water.

To ensure a safe, high-quality coaching experience, sessions are limited to a maximum ratio of 1 coach to 4 paddlers.

Join us for the BCAB Sea Kayak Leader Training & Assessment over 3 days for an intensive and rewarding course led by expert coach Duncan Greene - £335pp (Course fees will also apply)
Set against the world-class, dynamic coastal environment of Anglesey, this course is designed to develop and assess your ability to lead groups of paddlers safely and effectively in moderate tidal waters.

What to Expect
During this combined training and assessment course, we will cover:

Leadership & Group Management: Strategies for leading diverse groups in moderate tidal environments, maximizing both safety and enjoyment.
Incident Management & Rescues: Effective problem-solving, towing techniques, and rescuing swimmers or incapacitated paddlers in dynamic water.
Navigation & Tidal Planning: Practical, on-the-water navigation, utilizing tidal streams, weather forecasts, and route planning.
Personal Paddling Skills: Refining your boat handling, launching, landing, and dynamic water skills to ensure you are a confident and capable leader.

Prerequisites (BCAB Guidelines)
To get the most out of this course and be eligible for assessment, participants should ideally have:

Substantial experience paddling in moderate tidal water environments.

Valid First Aid certificate (recognized by BCAB).
Coastal Navigation and Tidal Planning (CNTP) training.

National Association Registration (if going for the assessment).

If you have any questions about your suitability for the course please contact us.

Development Sea Kayaking Course - Anglesey

This course is designed for kayakers who want to continue their personal development, building their skills, confidence and ability in more challenging conditions.

The course is student-led and tailored to the needs of the group. On the morning of Day 1, we will discuss what each participant would like to develop during the two days. From there, we will build a program around the group's individual goals, experience and aspirations, with the aim of making the most of the time on the water.

These courses are designed as part of a longer-term development program, with the same group of kayakers attending 3–4 sessions over a 12-month period. Working with the same group allows us to build on previous sessions, develop skills progressively and support everyone as they learn and improve together.

The aim is to create a supportive environment where participants can challenge themselves, develop their personal skills and gain greater confidence and understanding on the water.

What we provide -
- Kayak & Equipment (available to hire £15 per day)
- Friendly, skillful and knowledgeable qualified Guides
- Small group sizes 

For further information or to discuss whether this course is right for you, please contact me directly.