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On 1st September 2007, the British Canoe Union (BCU) withdrew their old
‘Star’ qualifications and replaced them with a new Star scheme and a modernised
Paddlepower scheme.
The Sea Cadets responded to this change with a new badge structure which
replaced the old structure; the new badge structure came into force in May 2008.
The Corps recognises both Paddlepower and Star awards up to BCU 2 Star /
Paddlepower Discovery; after this level, only Star awards are recognised. This
decision represents the Corps’ desire to recognise more appropriate learning
pathways for younger cadets, whilst developing adventurous training and
leadership for senior cadets.
See the Courses
page for more details of courses available in Southern Area. To see how
personal paddling skills fit into the Coaching structure see the UKCC page.
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Beginner
- Paddlepower Start or
- Paddlesport Start
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Encouragement award.
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Basic
- Paddlepower Passport or
- BCU 1 Star or
- SCC Grade 5
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Develops a foundation in Paddlesport. A range of single/double blades
plus different Paddlecraft provide a grounding in Paddlesport.
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Intermediate
- Paddlepower Discovery or
- BCU 2 Star
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Provides cadets with Paddlecraft skills, water safety and simple
rescue techniques. Develops skills in both open canoe and kayaks (Star
Award). Uses one type of craft (Paddlepower).
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Rescue
- Junior Canoe Safety Test or
- Canoe Safety Test or
- Foundation Safety & Rescue
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Develops paddler awareness of personal water safety, the safety of others
and Paddlesport rescue skills. |
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Advanced
- BCU 3 Star (discipline specific)
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A range of paddlesport disciplines to choose from (Sea, Surf,
White Water Kayak, Open Canoe, Touring and Competition awards). Develops
Paddlecraft skills in a specific discipline focusing on group paddling.
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Leader
- BCU 4 Star (discipline specific)
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Responsible for the safe leadership of others in a challenging
environment (sea, surf, rivers, open water)
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Coach
- New BCU L1 Coach SCC Level 1 Coach
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Responsible for training cadets and looking after the safety and
development of others.
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