Sharpen your navigation skills with two new eLearning packages
Ben Hamilton • 31 January 2025

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Sharpen your navigation skills with two new eLearning packages

British Canoeing Awarding Body is delighted to launch two brand new eLearning packages: Navigation for Paddlers and Open Crossings. 


Navigate the water with confidence


The Navigation for Paddlers eLearning is ideal for anyone navigating on the water, including sea and river paddlers, stand up paddleboarders, clubs, coaches and leaders. This module introduces both pre-trip planning and on-the-water navigating, including when you may need to change your plan. Topics covered include handrailing, collection points, and aiming off and attack points. The Navigation eLearning includes estimating speed and distance, as well as taking a compass bearing. 


Check out the Navigation for Paddlers eLearning: https://britishcanoeingawarding.org.uk/product/navigation-for-paddlers-elearning/ 


Tackle Open Crossings with Preparation


The Open Crossings eLearning is designed for more experienced paddlers planning crossings in both tidal and non-tidal waters. Topics include dead reckoning, calculating set and drift, and working out your position. The module also delves into potential dangers and considerations, as well as example trip planning.


Find out more in the Open Crossings eLearning: https://britishcanoeingawarding.org.uk/product/open-crossings-elearning/ 

Members enjoy a 50% discount on each eLearning package, bringing the price down to just £10, (usually £20). Each eLearning gives 5 CPD points.


Maximise your learning with bundle deals:

We are pleased to share an extra members’ bundle discount when purchasing the 5 NEW eLearning modules (Tides, Weather, Surf and Swell, Navigation for Paddlers and Open Crossings).

All 5 eLearnings are ONLY £35 for members, (£100 for non-members). Completion of all 5 will give 25 CPD points. 

Follow the link to get your discount today! https://britishcanoeingawarding.org.uk/product/navigation-open-crossings-surf-and-swell-tides-and-weather-elearning-bundle/

Looking to focus on specific areas? We've got you covered! Members can enjoy a 3 for 2 discount on any combination of the Tides, Weather, Surf and Swell, Navigation for Paddlers and Open Crossings eLearnings. Simply add the code 3FOR2 at checkout. This means the 3 modules are only £20, with an additional saving of £10. 

Take advantage of these limited time offers and start your eLearning today. 


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