Certification
From the rugged peaks of the Scottish Highlands and Snowdonia to the surf-battered cliffs of Cornwall and Pembrokeshire, the UK packs an extraordinary range of adventure into a small island. A mild, changeable climate and deep outdoor culture make it a year-round base for hill-walking and scrambling, trad and sea-cliff climbing, sea and white-water kayaking, mountain biking, and cold-water surfing. Whether you're earning your first qualification on a Lake District lake or chasing Atlantic swell, expert local instructors and centres operate right across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
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Join our paddling course for all levels; choose kayaking, canoeing, or SUP and develop skills to confidently paddle in sheltered waters. Gain your first Paddle UK Award.
From £ 95
Enhance your paddling confidence with expert training in Somerset. Learn key techniques in kayaking, canoeing, or paddleboarding. Age 16+, groups 1-6.
From £ 150
Train to become a qualified outdoor instructor in 18 weeks with 20 industry-recognised qualifications, real-world experience, and expert-led adventure training.
From £ 11500
The BC Explore Award in Barry, Wales, is your passport to unlock the wonders of paddling across various watercraft, including paddleboards, sit-on-top kayaks, sea kayaks, and canoes.
From £ 99
Level-up your kayaking at Christchurch Harbour, Dorset. Ages 8+, £90 for 6-hour session. Expert coaching. An unforgettable adventure awaits!
From £ 90
