Discover paddleboarding at Lee Valley White Water Centre, one of the best places to try stand up paddleboarding (SUP) near London. Whether you're looking for a unique outdoor experience on our crystal clear lake, beginner-friendly paddleboarding sessions, or expert led courses to develop your skills on white water, we have something for every stage of your paddling journey. Join us for an unforgettable watersports adventure, build your confidence on the water and take your paddleboarding skills to the next level.
National Governing Body Courses
Lee Valley White Water Centre is an approved provider by British Canoeing, the awarding body of the following qualifications.
Stadium Raft Guide Training
Are you looking to lead white water rafting sessions on artificial white water courses? Do you want to help people from all walks of life experience the excitement of white water rafting?
Whether you're looking to develop your skills, support your local club or centre, or gain the knowledge needed to lead rafting sessions on purpose built artificial courses, the Stadium Raft Guide course could be the perfect next step.
Course requirements:
- Minimum age 16 years
Course duration:
- 8 hours split over 2 days
Stadium Raft Guide Assessment
Ready to take the next step in your rafting journey? Complete your Stadium Rafting Assessment with us and demonstrate the skills required to become a qualified guide. Your assessor will help arrange a suitable date, group and conditions for your assessment.
You'll be assessed on:
- Personal paddling skills
- Rescue skills
- Safety, leadership and group skills
- Theory
Course requirements:
- Minimum age: 16 years
- Full National Association membership
- Valid first aid award recognised by British Canoeing Awarding Body (within 3 years)
- Valid safeguarding training recognised by British Canoeing Awarding
- Body (within 3 years)
- Stadium Raft Guide training recommended
Course duration:
- 1 day
Paddlesports Instructor
Enjoy spending time on the water and want to introduce others to paddlesport? Become a Paddlesport Instructor and deliver fun, engaging taster and starter sessions for people from all walks of life.
Course requirements:
- Minimum age: 16 years
- Full National Association membership
- Valid first aid award recognised by British Canoeing Awarding Body (within 3 years)
- Valid safeguarding training recognised by British Canoeing Awarding Body (within 3 years)
- Paddlesport Safety and Rescue Training (PSRC)
Course duration:
- 2 days
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