Sea Kayak Leader Training
For experienced sea kayakers looking to lead others

Develop the leadership, judgement and decision-making skills needed to lead safe and enjoyable sea kayak journeys in moderate tidal environments.

Based in Anglesey, this course is designed for paddlers who want to take the next step from being a competent sea kayaker to becoming an effective leader. Through a combination of practical leadership scenarios, journey planning and on-water coaching, you'll develop the skills needed to lead groups safely while supporting enjoyable and rewarding experiences on the water.

Throughout the course, we'll focus on leadership, group management and decision-making, helping you develop the confidence to lead short, single and multi-day sea kayak journeys in moderate tidal environments.

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What You'll Learn

Topics may include:

Leadership styles and decision-making
Journey planning and route selection
Weather, tides and environmental considerations
Group management and communication
Leadership positioning and movement
Dynamic risk assessment
Incident prevention and management
Rescue skills and leadership during incidents
Supporting paddlers with a range of experience and aspirations
Leading journeys in moderate tidal environments, including winds up to Force 4 and tidal flows up to 2 knots

Who It's For

This course is aimed at experienced sea kayakers who are comfortable paddling in moderate tidal environments and are looking to develop their leadership skills.

It is particularly suitable for paddlers who support club trips, aspire to lead groups independently, or are working towards the Paddle UK Sea Kayak Leader qualification.

Paddle UK Sea Kayak Leader Award

This course is designed to support paddlers working towards the Paddle UK Sea Kayak Leader qualification, certificated by the British Canoeing Awarding Body. Training provides an opportunity to develop leadership, personal paddling, rescue and decision-making skills while identifying areas for future development.

Course Options & Pricing

Choose the option that best suits your experience and development goals.

Sea Kayak Leader Training

14–15 November 2026

2 days
£200 per person
Location: Anglesey, North Wales

The core Sea Kayak Leader Training course, focusing on leadership, group management, journey planning and decision-making in moderate tidal environments.

Sea Kayak Leader Training + Development Extension

14–18 November 2026

5 days
£500 per person
Location: Anglesey, North Wales

Continue your development with three additional coaching days focused on personal paddling, rescue skills, leadership scenarios and consolidating the skills required for assessment.

Incident Management, Safety & Rescue (Optional Add-On)

19–20 November 2026

2 days
£200 per person
Location: Anglesey, North Wales

Develop confidence in incident prevention, rescue skills and decision-making under pressure through practical, scenario-based learning in the coastal environment.

Complete Leadership Development Package

14–20 November 2026

7 days total
£700 per person
Location: Anglesey, North Wales

Combine Sea Kayak Leader Training, the Development Extension and Incident Management, Safety & Rescue for a comprehensive week of leadership, rescue and personal skills development.

What's Included

Leadership-focused coaching and feedback
Practical leadership scenarios
Personal action planning
Guidance towards assessment and further development

Accommodation and food are not included, although we're happy to provide recommendations.

Booking

Not sure whether this course is right for you? We're always happy to chat through experience levels, equipment requirements and what you'd like to get from the week. If you have any questions, just get in touch.