Kayaking Qualifications
Are you interested in becoming a kayaking instructor, kayaking coach or guide? Do you want to improve your paddling skills and gain confidence on the water? Maybe you have a passion for paddling and want to inspire others to enjoy life from the water?
We offer a wide range of courses to develop your personal and coaching skills. British Canoeing (BC) courses include the NEW Paddlesport Instructor and Paddlesport Leader Award, and a wide range of Leadership and Personal Performance Awards in Sea and Surf Kayaking .
To find out which course is best for you and get more information go to the British Canoeing website or Get in Touch
Why use Lizard Adventure
J-P Eatock is the most qualified sea and surf kayak coach based in Cornwall. He trains and technically advises a number of Kayaking providers around the UK.
Next to J-P Eatock Matt Holyer is Head Guide at Lizard Adventure and delivers high quality training sea and surf kayak development courses
We can choose from a number of amazing locations around Cornwall to ensure the course meets your needs.
Bespoke course
For groups looking for a bespoke Instructor course, we can tailor the content to your specific needs and you will all receive a Lizard Adventure certificate. For group bookings, J-P may be able to travel to a venue of your choice; get in touch to discuss the options
Course Details & Costs
Full Day Bespoke Coaching in Sea and Surf Kayaking or SUP
Min 2 people
1 person
*additional coast for equipment hire
Half Day Bespoke Coaching in Sea and Surf Kayaking or SUP
Min 2 people
1 person
*additional coast for equipment hire
BC Paddlesports leader Assessment
(1 day, max 2 people)
2 people
1 person
BC Sea Kayak (moderate water) Leader
(2 days training & / or 2 days assessment)

Training
Assessment
2 people
Assessment
1 person
BC Advanced Sea Kayak Leader
(2 days training & or 2 days assessment)

Training
Assessment
2 persons
Assessment
1 person
BC Surf Kayak (Moderate Water) Leader
(2 days training & or 2 days assessment)

Training
Assessment
2 people
Assessment
1 person
BC Advanced Surf Kayak Leader
(2 days training & or 2 days assessment)

Training
Assessment
2 people
Assessment
1 person
NOTE: Many British Canoeing courses have additional registration or certification fees.