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Paddle Sports Staged Activity Badge

Paddle Sports Staged Activity Badge

Paddle Sports badge

Before you attempt Stage 2, you need to have completed all the steps for Paddle Sports Stage 1.

Choose 1 of the following options:

  1. Complete the following badge requirements:
    1. Lift, carry and launch a boat.
    2. Paddle forward in a straight line.
    3. Show you can steer around a course.
    4. Show you can stop the boat safely.
    5. Show you can exit the boat onto the shore safely.
    6. Capsize, swim to the shore and empty the boat of water.
  2. Gain the British Canoeing Paddle Discover Award.

    More information about this award can be found on the British Canoeing website.

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April 2024.

Requirements can be adapted to suit each young persons abilities. See our guidance on flexibility.

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