AALA Explained
The Adventure Activities Licensing Authority (AALA) came into existence in April 1996. The Health and Safety Executive is currently designated as the AALA. Adventure activities licensing ensures that activity providers…
Should I need a Wetsuit?
This is a very common question the answer to which depends on a few factors, such as the time of year, the risk associated with the activity being undertaken, your…
How easy is kayaking
Would you believe me if I said learning to Kayak is easier than learning to ride a bicycle, yet it is always amazes me how many people learn to ride…
What is the difference between a Canoe, a kayak and a SUP board?
Often asked is what’s the difference between a Canoe, a kayak and a Stand Up Paddle (SUP) Board, well the SUP board is the easy one, it looks like a surfboard.
Things to consider before buying a kayak
After having attended a few activities and courses you will start to think it quite a good idea to own your own boat (subject to the availability of funds) though we would encourage you to give it a bit of time before doing so.
Coach and Instructor Reward Scheme
At the Canoe Sports Trust we recognise the commitment given by all of our instructors to acquire the qualifications they hold. It is this commitment that is cascaded down into our pay structure.
Instructor Recruitment
The Canoe Sports Trust operates in association with local Scouting and Nomad Kayak Club to give Scouts, Guides and Schools access to a wide range of paddlesport activities. To deliver this wide range of activity, we are always looking to recruit Paddlesports Instructors.
