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Safety is a top priority in all water activities and helping the group to understand what safety equipment they\u2019ll need and what clothes to wear can help calm any nerves and encourage people to think more about safety.\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EClothing\u003C/strong\u003E. Think about the types of clothing that\u2019ll be suitable for the weather conditions. For example, lightweight fabrics, wind and waterproofs, and items that protect the wearer from the sun. Is everyone OK with their clothes getting wet or dirty? Are there any items of clothing that\u2019d be more suitable than others? Are shoes and clothing secure enough that they won\u2019t come off in the water? The right clothing is important to keep everyone warm and comfortable. If people are cold and uncomfortable, they won\u2019t have a good time.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EEquipment\u003C/strong\u003E. Understanding our equipment can help us to learn how to use it and make decisions for ourselves about what we need. Learning how to check equipment is a great skill too, as we can look for any damage or signs of wear and tear. Spotting these things early helps us keep our gear up to scratch. Before heading out on the water, speak with the person running this activity about what\u2019ll be provided and what everyone will need to bring along. If people purchase their own equipment, make sure you discuss how to care for it, so that it\u2019s protected from saltwater, the sun and incorrect storage.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EGetting on the water\u003C/strong\u003E. This isn\u2019t as simple as carrying a boat to the bank and hopping in. We need to think about keeping ourselves and the environment safe as we go.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESafety\u003C/strong\u003E. Choose the best way to move the boat. Do you need one person carrying or four? 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Will the wind or current push the boats away or is there a better place to launch?\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EMake sure to read through our \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022/por/9-activities/rule-9133-classification-of-waters/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Rule 9.44 Classification of Waters\u0022\u003Eguidance on the classification of bodies of water\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ERemember, to achieve the \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022/staged-badges/paddle-sports/paddle-sports-stage-1/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Paddle Sports Stage 1\u0022\u003EPaddle Sports Stage 1\u003C/a\u003E, everyone needs to:\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ETake part in a warm-up activity to prepare you for canoeing or kayaking. You could practise balancing while kneeling, getting in and out of a boat or try out a paddling action.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EDress properly for your chosen activity.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EShow you know the importance of buoyancy aids and how to put one on correctly.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EName the equipment used and the parts of the boat.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EGet into and out of a boat safely.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EKnow how to balance a boat.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EManoeuvre a boat in different directions, including moving forward.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EOn the water\u003C/strong\u003E. Consider exploring different on-water techniques and activities, as this is a great way to learn what works and what doesn\u2019t. Testing out lots of different methods can help everyone get the feel of how their body interacts with the boat and the water. Short games or challenges can be a great way to put people\u2019s skills to the test, but make sure they aren\u2019t too tricky, so people aren\u2019t put off. See if the group can come up with their own games and challenges, as this will make sure each one is pitched at the right level.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""}]}],"config":null},{"type":"fullWidth","areas":[{"items":[{"gridType":"accordion","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","showExpand":false,"items":[{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EPutting all of the hard work into practice is at the heart of a great paddle sport experience. While every session will be different, the instructions below might be a good place to start. Make sure you\u2019re following the rules for running paddle sport activities like \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022/activities/canoeing/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Canoeing\u0022\u003Ecanoeing\u003C/a\u003E and \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022/activities/kayaking/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Kayaking\u0022\u003Ekayaking\u003C/a\u003E when planning and running sessions.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Col\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EThe person leading the activity should welcome and introduce everyone to the session. Describe the goals, timings, equipment and venue, so everyone knows exactly what\u2019s going on. Give a safety briefing and make sure everyone understands the rules and is comfortable with them. Asking plenty of questions as you do this can help get everyone involved from the start, and help check that rules and guidance have been heard and understood\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EGear up and head onto the water. Make sure to point out any safety hazards before anyone enters and indicate the activity boundaries on the water. Try and encourage the group to think for themselves. Challenge them to put on their helmets and buoyancy aids without help, before checking that they\u2019ve done so correctly. Allow the group to take the lead and work out how to get all the gear and boats to the water\u2019s edge, without leaving any individuals with too much to carry.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EExplore and have fun. Once on the water, give everyone the chance to get the feel for their boat and try to move it around. Giving little tips and encouragement can help support people to find solutions themselves. Letting people experiment for too long could get boring, but cutting time short can feel frustrating. Having a few different games and challenges ready to set for people when needed can help encourage everyone and keep things fun.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ELeave the water. 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