Leicestershire Scouts Paddlesport Team
We are Leicestershire Scouts County Paddlesport Team that meets on Monday evenings from April to September 6-8pm at the LOPC for a range of canoe, kayak, Stand on Boarding and bell boating activities.
We provide fun sessions for explorers, scouts, cubs and beavers, but we are not currently offering any water activities for Squirrels.
We also provide a range of courses including Paddle Start, Discover & Explore for groups and individuals wishing to undertake various badges and awards.
We normally have availability for a total of 50 paddlers per Monday evening so please check the calendars below.
They have been split into the 3 groups so that you can see what sessions are still open for bookings.
What We Do?
As well as fun sessions and awards we also provide training for leaders who want to gain their adventurous activity permits in stand on paddle boards, bell boats, canoe or kayak, which can be arranged on request.
As well as on Monday evenings, our instructors are available to help your group or district with weekend canoe or kayak activities. A selection of scout craft are available for these activities along with a trailer for hire.
What It Costs?
£7.75 per person per session
Pool Sessions
LSWA are running pool sessions at New Parks leisure centre swimming pool on Friday evenings from 7:15pm to 8:15pm every other month starting in February, April, June etc.
Cost of pool hire is £85 for a maximum of Scouts.
Participants should arrive at 7:05pm for a briefing.
All equipment is provided but it’s normally a good idea to wear a t-shirt type top, on top of swimming costumes in the pool to help avoid getting cold once wet!
Please see the Pool Sessions page here.
How to Book
To book a pool kayak session for a particular date with the Water Activities Team, please check availability using the calendar below and then use our online enquiry form which can be found by following this link.
Note: Please bring your completed activity form to your booked session. This can be downloaded from our downloads page.
Download
This information is available to download here.
Compulsory Kit List
Outdoor water activities sessions kit list:
Please make sure your cub/beaver/scout/explorer has appropriate clothing suitable for water-based activities and the weather conditions. Typically these will be synthetic material rather than cotton and wool which absorb water.
Long trousers, no jeans or heavyweight jogging bottoms.
Warm tops, layers if cold. Ideally no hoods, but they must be tucked in if present.
Windproof jacket. Ideally no hoods, but they must be tucked in if present.
Water shoes, pumps or old trainers. No boots, flip flops or wellies.
Hat or cap.
If glasses need to be worn for the activity, please ensure they have a head strap or kneck cord or come with a length of string to tie the glasses to the buoyancy aid.
Towel, shower gel and a full change of clothes to go home in.
Buoyancy aids will be provided and must be worn for all activities.
British Canoeing Paddle Sport Awards
Paddle Start Award
The British Canoeing Paddle Start Award aims to provide you with the basic knowledge to enable you to safely get in and out of your boat, make it move and return to your start point. This is your first step into the world of paddling, ensuring you feel safe, confident and ready to progress to the Discover Award. The start award can be gained after attending a first fun session in any craft and is equivalent to the Scout stage one badge.
Paddle Discover Award
Taking you on the next steps towards becoming an independent paddler, for a fun and safe time on the water. Developing an understanding of the factors which affect your paddling; developing your decision making and practical skills, giving you confidence on the water. Usually can be completed over 4 paddling sessions depending on ability and confidence. There are no prerequisites or age restrictions. Cost is £7.75 per week. It is equivalent to the Scout stage 2 badge.
Paddle Explore Award
Your Explore Award gives you ownership; allowing you to choose where you move next in the world of paddlesport. Working with a coach you will be able to develop a programme that suits what you need. Learning to make confident choices with this individualised approach. This award recognises your ability to independently paddle your chosen craft in a sheltered water environment. There are no prerequisites or age requirements.
Cost is £7.75 per session. Usually completed over 6 paddling sessions depending on ability and confidence. It’s also equidistant to the stage 3 scout badge.
Hot Doggers (Group 1) 6:00pm – 7:45pm
Hot Doggers (Group 2) 6:00pm – 7:45pm
Hot Doggers (Group 3) 6:00pm – 745:00pm