Discover Your Next Learning Adventure with British Canoeing Awarding Body eLearning
Whether you’re just dipping your paddle into the world of coaching or you're a seasoned leader looking to refresh your skills, British Canoeing Awarding Body (BCAB) offers a huge library of eLearning modules designed to help you grow, gain confidence, and support others on the water. And the best part? Many are free or discounted for National Association members. From essential safety training to advanced coaching development, here’s your go‑to guide to what’s on offer.
Delve into the Digital Library
This FREE online tool includes loads of resources to support your learning and development across the disciplines. Ranging from videos, audio books, blogs, presentations, academic research and much more, there’s something for everyone!
Explore the eLearning Store
There are a range of knowledge bites including ‘Buoyage’, ‘Nutrition and Hydration’ and ‘Introduction to Environmental Awareness’. Alternatively, check out the ‘Develop your Coaching Craft’ and ‘Leadership’ eLearning, to support your coaching and leading. Now is also a great time to work through the ‘Personal Performance Awards eLearning’! All eLearning packages are available to Paddle Northern Ireland members at discounted rates of between 50% - 100%.
Develop using the Self-Analysis Tools
The Coach Self-Analysis tool and the Leader and Raft Guide Self-Analysis Tool enables you to gauge your current level of understanding, skill and knowledge in your chosen discipline. As a result, you will receive a personal holistic overview of your current practice, as well as a specific breakdown in each of the areas. The analysis offers considerations of how you may want to support your continual learning and development.
Listen to ‘the Coaching Podcast’
The Coaching Podcast, hosted by Lee Pooley, Sid Sinfield and Pete Catterall, explore a range of topics including ‘How can we make our assessments empowering?’, ‘Maximising sessions through good gate sessions’ and ‘How to get started and develop as a Coach?’.
