New BCAB Tutoring eLearning

British Canoeing Awarding Body is delighted to launch the NEW Tutoring in the Paddlesport Environment (TPE) eLearning.

This eLearning focuses on providing high quality tutoring in different settings, aligned to our educational philosophy. There are activities to explore including roles and responsibilities, individualisation in a group setting, and online tutoring . It’s full of great information to help both new and experienced tutors consider their current practice.

The eLearning takes around two to complete, and we would encourage reflection between the activities. There is also an optional activity that encourages either devising a new session plan or changing an existing one based on the learning. The TPE eLearning will count as 10 CPD points, once completed, and will be added to your National Association record.‘Anyone involved in providing paddlesport activity will understand the importance of learner engagement, whether you deliver coach qualifications, leader and safety training courses or personal performance awards. This eLearning is designed to provide clarity of our responsibilities as a tutor, as well as explore the finer points of tutoring in a paddlesport environment’ Lee Pooley, Director of Coaching & Qualifications.

The NEW Tutoring in the Paddlesport Environment (TPE) eLearning and you can access the eLearning from the BCAB store and via the Digital Library.

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Buoyancy Aids and Life Jackets

by Ben Hamilton • 25 November 2025

The RNLI has released a serious warning after a recent rescue of three experienced sailors in Devon. While all three were saved, only one of their lifejackets worked correctly. A recent RNLI survey in the South West of England uncovered a shocking statistic: out of 803 lifejackets checked, 523 had faults. Based on reporting from the BBC News article . To help keep paddlers safe on the water we recommended following our guidance on buoyancy and lifejackets as found in our Paddle Safer document 2.2 Buoyancy Aids. Buoyancy Aids In most cases of paddlesport activity a buoyancy aid is worn and that regular checks are needed to be carried out to ensure it remains in good working order. Here is some useful information on how to check and maintain your buoyancy aid. Lifejackets In some circumstances lifejackets are worn, and that the appropriate checks need to be completed to ensure it remains in good working order. The RNLI have produced some guidance on How to check and maintain your lifejacket.