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Foundation Safety and Rescue Training

Foundation Safety and Rescue Training is a fantastic opportunity to develop skills, confidence and take on board new information.

• Prerequisites

  Candidates wishing to attend Foundation Safety and Rescue Training must meet the following requirements:

  • Able to swim in normal paddling clothing suitable for the prevailing conditions
  • Boat-based candidates must also hold the Paddle Explore Award, 2 Star Award or be of equivalent ability due to the paddling environment and the boat control required to complete the course
  • Bank-based participants accessing the course are not required to hold a Personal Performance Award. However, they should be prepared to fully participate in all relevant aspects of the course

  A first aid certificate is not a pre-requisite. However holding a first aid certificate is strongly recommended for all paddlers.

• Learning Outcomes

  The objective of this training course is to introduce simple and safe skills that can provide the tools to problem solve simple common paddling scenarios in flat/sheltered water regardless of the craft.

  Candidates will learn:

  • Skills which will enable them to ensure the safety of themselves and others
  • Appropriate rescue skills which can be used to help themselves and/or others in difficulty
• More Information from British Canoeing

  More information about the Foundation Safety and Rescue Course can be found by clicking this link

  CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION FROM BRITISH CANOEING

• Kit List

  FSRT KIT LIST

• Course Notes and Syllabus

  FSRT Course Notes

  FSRT Syllabus