The Paddle Safer course is intended for anyone new to paddling or relatively inexperienced, seeking to acquire knowledge and enhance their awareness of paddling safely in a sheltered water environment, whether in or on the craft they use. 

Typical crafts may comprise kayaks, canoes, stand-up paddleboards, sit-on-tops, and inflatables.

The course focuses on learning, mainly on the ethos of ‘supporting the paddler’. It encourages individuals to consider where they paddle and their equipment and provides practical solutions if they encounter difficulties.

The course is suitable for all ages and is excellent for individuals, families, and groups wanting to expand their safety practices on the water. It covers equipment, environmental factors, planning, and rescues.