Understand the group
Start with award level, numbers, previous paddling and expedition experience, and the support participants need.
DofE · canoe & kayak expeditions
Skills for the journey.
Training brings paddling, navigation, teamwork and campcraft together so your team can prepare for a DofE expedition with confidence.
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Bronze · Silver · GoldCanoe and kayak programmes
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A clear pathway to readiness.
Develop paddling confidence
Practise control, working together, efficient movement and the skills needed for the chosen craft and environment.
Build expedition skills
Bring navigation, equipment, packing, food, campcraft and group decision-making into the training.
Put the plan into practice
Use practice experiences to test routines and identify what needs to improve before qualifying.
Reflect and prepare
Review the team’s readiness with the leader, then agree the final joining information and expedition arrangements.
Paddlesport skills can go further.
Your programme can create opportunities to develop paddlesport skills beyond the expedition itself. The promotional programme identifies Paddle UK personal performance awards, safety and rescue learning and potential instructor pathways.
Ask us which awards are suitable for your experience and programme. Awards and qualifications have their own prerequisites and assessment requirements.
Preparation beyond the water
Pack. Cook. Plan. Work together.
Good expedition preparation connects paddling skills with the practical jobs that keep a team organised: waterproof packing, navigation, food and camp routines.
Use practice feedback to decide what the team needs to improve before the qualifying journey.
Your next step
Let’s shape your expedition.
Tell us the award level, group numbers, paddling experience and preferred dates. We’ll discuss training, suitable locations, equipment and a tailored quotation.
Your enquiry starts a conversation. Dates, route, programme and final arrangements are agreed with GoSport and your DofE leader.