Coaching
Hi, I'm Phil I have been a Professional Paddlesports Coach for over 30 years, I teach beginners to advanced in canoe, kayak, sea kayak and SUP
At the moment I'm offering the following courses - Nothing with spaces at the moment
Email me for spare spaces I may have...
Can't see the course you want? - email me if there's a specific course you need
email for a booking form
If you want to gain a few CPD points for your British Canoeing Coach update, you want to learn something new or you just want to relieve
the boredom - you may want to join me on one of these online courses.
British Canoeing Coach Core.
This is the first step to becoming a canoe, kayak or SUP coach, it's a two day course now available in an online package of four 4 hour sessions. You have to attend all 4 sessions to gain the training.
Full 'On Water' British Canoeing/ Paddle UK/ CW/ SCA/ CANI membership is a prerequisite of this course.
You then choose which discipline you want, and do the Discipline Specific Training followed by an assessment - these will be face to face courses.
This is an alternative way to access the two day Coach Core Training, it can still be done face to face.
Full details - here
Online Coach Core dates -
31st March/1st/3rd/4th April 6pm FULL
28th/29th/30th April /1st May 6pm - FULL
11th/13th/ 18th/19th June 6pm - FULL
12th/13th/20th/21st August 6pm - FULL
20th/24th/27th/29th October 6pm - FULL
19th/21st/24th/26th November 6pm LIMITED SPACES
26th/27th January/ 2nd/3rd Feb 2026 6pm SPACES
Keep checking back, I'm trying to find more dates...
These are £200 per person, email for a booking form
Distance Learning First Aid For Mental Health
This course will provide you with the knowledge to identify suspected mental health conditions and the skills to start a conversation surrounding mental health.
You will also learn about the first aid action plan for mental health and know how to implement a positive mental health culture in the workplace.
• Study the course via distance learning
• A combination of self-study and webinars
• Guided by a qualified Trainer/Assessor
• Distance learning resources included
• Assessed via a professional discussion
• Ofqual or SQA Accreditation regulated qualification (SUBJECT TO ASSESSMENT)
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
This qualification is available to learners aged 14 years or over.
Learners must have the literacy skills to be able to read and self-learn the reference manual and additional resources.
In addition, the learner will need access to a computer with a reasonable internet connection in order to access the distance learning resources and communicate with the Trainer/Assessor.
Learners will not diagnose or treat mental health conditions as this can only be carried out by healthcare professionals, but will be able to identify when a person may have a suspected mental health condition, offer reassurance and support, and know where they can go to get help.
COURSE DURATION
The qualification has 3 assigned guided learning hours (GLH) and 7 hours total qualification time (TQT). GLH indicates the number of contact hours that the learner will have with the Trainer/Assessor. TQT includes GLH but considers unsupervised learning and is an estimate of how long the average learner will take to achieve the qualification. It is beneficial for the learner to undertake additional independent learning for example, by doing research on the internet.
You will need to attend two webinars on 10th and 11th November, 6pm – 7.30pm, then a 1:1 professional discussion with the trainer/assessor at a mutually agreed time (anytime before 30th November)
Cost is £75 including certificate and digital resources (a physical book is available if preferred)
Email for more details or for a booking form
I can also run this course at your workplace, club or centre if required
Navigation for Paddlers Module
This is available as an eLearning or you can join a session delivered by me. It is ideal for anyone navigating on the water, including sea and river paddlers, stand up paddleboarders, clubs, coaches and leaders. This module introduces both pre-trip planning and on-the-water navigating, including when you may need to change your plan. Topics covered include handrailing, collection points, and aiming off and attack points. The Navigation Module includes estimating speed and distance, as well as taking a compass bearing.
Email if you want to discuss dates
Tides Module
The Tides module is for paddlers in any craft who want to increase their knowledge of how tides can impact paddling in estuaries and coastal waters
These are £40 per person - email for a booking form
Level 1 Awareness of Safeguarding qualification.
This qualification is suitable for all persons and will provide an understanding of safeguarding which can be used in a workplace,
activity group or any instance where a person comes into contact with children or adults at risk.
The qualification provides learners with the knowledge to identify a safeguarding concern, record a disclosure and report to the appropriate person.
Successful candidates will be awarded a national Level 1 Awareness of Safeguarding qualification.
Study the course via distance learning
A combination of self-study and webinars - 2 hour webinar then self study using provided resources, followed by a 1:1 professional discussion at your convenience (within 2 weeks)
Guided by a qualified Trainer/Assessor
Distance learning resources included
Assessed via a professional discussion
Ofqual accreditation regulated qualification (SUBJECT TO ASSESSMENT)
I can also run this course for your organisation or the Level 3 One Day Principles of Safeguarding and Protecting Children, Young People or Vulnerable Adults - drop me a line to discuss
6th January 2025 - Level 1 Awareness of Safeguarding Course Online 6.30pm - 8.30pm then a 1:1 Professional Discussion at another time to suit yourself. £45 per person
Safeguarding Children, Young People or Vulnerable Adults - FAA Level 3 Award
This qualification is designed for a person who has contact with children, young people or vulnerable adults in their working environment including voluntary work. The qualification promotes awareness and sensitivity to safeguarding enabling learners to be able to identify issues and emphasises the responsibility to ensure that concerns are reported and acted on appropriately. This qualification is regulated in the UK and awarded by First Aid Awards (FAA). FAA are an awarding organisation regulated by Ofqual and SQA Accreditation and the qualification sits on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF). Qualification delivery can be classroom-based or distance learning through video conferencing software.
This is a 8 hours Total Qualification Time qualification.
Minimum age 18.
This course will be delivered wholly online, through Microsoft teams. This course requires attendance of a 4 hour face to face webinar delivered by Phil Hadley. Then following some home study we will get together for a 1:1 Professional Discussion, where your understanding of the subject will be assessed.
To satisfy the criteria for British Canoeing Awarding Body we will also include these subjects -
- How to identify and recognise good coaching practice and the implications for your coaching;
- Explore your values and feelings in relation to child abuse and recognise their potential impact on your response;
- How to recognise and respond to possible signs of child abuse;
- How to take appropriate action if concerns about a child arise.
To cover these subjects, you need to access and study the Safeguarding Policy of your club or organisation in advance of the course – we will discuss this policy and how it affects your coaching in the professional discussion.
All of the resources we will be using including Home study list, video links, handouts, slides and eBook will be sent in advance
17th January 9am - 12.30 online, then a 1:1 professional discussion at a later date - within 2 weeks. £95
You can pay by bank transfer or PayPal, details are on the booking form I'll send you.
I can offer bespoke paddlesport coaching to individuals or groups and can train and assess the following BC qualifications -
Leadership courses in Canoe, Touring, SUP and Sea Kayak
British Canoeing Paddlesports Coach Award
British Canoeing Paddlesports Instructor Award
Paddlesport Leader
Paddlesport Safety and Rescue Training
SUP Safer
Open Water Safety
Sea Kayak Safety
Navigation and Tidal Planning Modules
Bell Boat helm.
Leader provider training and final assessments, in Canoe and Sea
Outdoor First Aid 1 (8 hour) and two day (16 hour).
Private tuition can be arranged at your convenience at the following rates -
Cost for one person is £260 per day
For two its £150 each
For three its £120 each
For four or more its £90 each
This is just for the tuition/assessing, boats and kit can be provided for a hire cost.
To discuss bookings etc email or ring me on 07771 620745
