Paddlesport Performance Awards 

4* and 5 * Awards

4 Star Leader Awards

This discipline specific test is designed to indicate that the candidate has the skill level to safely paddle and lead other competent paddlers on sections of moderate water. A four Star paddler will have the all round paddling ability, safety, rescue and basic leadership required to undertake trips on sheltered - moderate water with a group of paddlers able themselves to be able to operate in a self-sufficient manner. The new award looks much the same structurally to the old 5 star, but the personal skills and leadership reflect an easier environment.

BCU 4 Star WW 'Leader'

BCU 4 Star Sea 'Leader'

BCU 4 Star Surf 'Leader'

5 Star 'Leader' Awards

A Five Star Award holder has the personal, leadership and safety skills required to lead groups (in formal and informal settings) in discipline specific advanced environments. The new award looks much the same structurally to the old 5 star, but the personal skills and leadership have been updated in line with current developments where appropriate.

BCU 5 Star WW 'Leader'

BCU 5 Star Canoe 'Leader'

N.B. All coaches need to update their qualifications to be able to assess the new awards and also need to register as an assessor with the BCU. Forms are available here. Guidance for Trainers and Assessors is available here.