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Words: Kerry Christie and Lucy Guest Photo: Alan Edwards Following the first round of selections at Holme Pierrepont two weeks ago, the second round of…
Paddle UK has announced the Junior and U23 canoe sprint teams which will represent Great Britain at the European Championships in Bratislava in June. After…
Paddle UK membership fees for 2024
The Paddle UK Board has approved a series of changes to the current membership pricing structure from 1st May 2024. Paddle UK is pleased to…
In our April Paddler Spotlight, we caught up with Kirstie Macmillan, a passionate sea and white water kayaker who has been paddling for 14 years. …
With the final stage of the Olympic and Paralympic Qualification process taking place in three weeks time, a number of athletes have been announced to…
A 20-strong U23 and junior canoe slalom team has today been announced after six days of close-fought racing at both Lee Valley White Water Centre…
Paracanoe team hold cleanup on the Trent
Paddle UK’s paracanoe team have been doing their bit ahead of the Big Paddle Cleanup by collecting rubbish out on the River Trent. Charlotte Henshaw…
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Holne Weir
This short strip of woodland alongside Holne Weir continues to provide a popular access point for paddlers enjoying the Dart Loop.
Multiple Buoyancy Aid and Life Jacket Recalls
Paddle UK has been made aware of multiple product recalls for buoyancy aids and life jackets sold through the online marketplaces AliExpress and Amazon, presenting a serious risk of drowning. The products do not meet the requirements of the PPE Regulation 2016/425. Black Zipped and Double Buckle Life Jacket ALiExpress ID: 1101409632 Hazard Information:Â The product was advertised as a life jacket, but once purchased was identified as a buoyancy aid (which does not provide the same level of protection). The product was not supplied with the required compliance documentation or markings to demonstrate that they have been adequately conformity assessed.…
Paddle UK has been made aware of multiple product recalls for buoyancy aids and life jackets sold via the online marketplace AliExpress presenting a serious risk of drowning. The products do not meet the requirements of the PPE Regulation 2016/425. Automatic Inflatable Life Jacket Vest ALiExpress ID: 3256803887308926 Hazard Information:Â The product was not supplied with the required compliance documentation or markings to demonstrate that they have been adequately conformity assessed. Mandatory third-party conformity assessment by a body authorised for PPE is required by the relevant Regulations for those products which protect against more serious risks, the absence of such independent…
Multiple Buoyancy Aid and Life Jacket Recalls
Paddle UK has been made aware of multiple product recalls for buoyancy aids and life jackets sold via the online marketplaces AliExpress and Wish, presenting a serious risk of drowning. The products listed below do not meet the requirements of the PPE Regulation 2016/425. Camouflage Adult Buoyancy Vest Product ID: 32831992895 (AliExpress) Hazard Information: The product was advertised as a life jacket, but once purchased was identified as a buoyancy aid (which does not provide the same level of protection). The product was not supplied with the required compliance documentation or markings to demonstrate that they have been adequately conformity…
Athlete Wellbeing
Performance sport can be tough and so it’s vital that athletes are supported throughout their journey in sport. While the information here is primarily targeted at Olympic and Paralympic disciplines, we hope others can also benefit from some of the content and resources.
JustGo Club Portal
The JustGo Club Portal makes the task of club affiliation quicker and easier and allows your club to get all the information on your members and coaches securely in one place. It also allows you to access members’ Paddle UK membership information. Your Club Secretary will automatically be given access to your Club Portal as part of your affiliation, but you can give other committee members access by assigning them the Online Administrator role. Please be aware that this will give them access to your members’ personal details. Key Features Club Management Create and update your club profile, e.g. contact…
Funding For Paddling Projects
Giving back to the paddling community is an activity we are proud of at Paddle UK. One way we do this is by providing funding for paddling projects. You can find out more about our key funds below. The Paddle UK Club Coaching & Leadership Bursary This bursary is designed to provide financial support to clubs that want to develop their volunteer workforce through qualifications and training. Priority is given to qualifying new and emerging coaches and leaders who will help broaden the club activity programme. Look out for news stories on the website as to when bursaries may become…
ShePaddles
Sport England have reported that there are 2 million fewer women than men regularly participating in sport and exercise. The opportunity for sporting bodies such as the paddling community, to involve these women is massive. 13 million women said they would like to increase their participation in sport and physical activity, including 6 million women who are not currently active. The #ShePaddles movement is on a mission to continue to close the gap between men and women and girls participation in the paddlesport community by taking a targeted approach in reducing barriers and creating more appealing paddling opportunities for women.…
What to Expect When Applying
We want to make your job application journey with Paddle UK as smooth and straightforward as possible. Application If you see a role that fits your interests and experience you can click through to our application page where you can send us your CV and cover letter. This is your chance to showcase your skills and suitability for the role you are applying for. As well as telling us you have the experience and/or qualifications for the role, you should also explain your career history and your achievements. Application Tip Include: Your reason for applying What you think you could…
What we offer
Rewarding our People At Paddle UK we recognise that our people are our most valuable resource, we support our people by providing supportive and rewarding benefits. Your Working Environment 25 days of annual leave, increasing with length of service Option to buy up to 5 days annual leave Hybrid working, a minimum of 2 days per week in the office Flexible start and finish times Free onsite parking and bike storage Seasonal employee social events 2 staff volunteering days per year Your Health and Wellbeing Free eye tests Cycle to Work scheme Employee Assistance Programme Instant offers and discounts codes…
Culture and Belonging
Our Values – What Makes Us Paddle UK Our values define who we are, what we stand for, and how we behave. While we come from different backgrounds and cultures, our values are what we have in common. They guide how we work, and how we treat each other and hold us accountable to do our best. Expand our values below to learn more. Culture and Belonging Our organisational culture is informed by our underpinning values, which centre on respect, collaboration, and innovation and embrace the differences of individuals. We’re proud to champion our inclusive culture and want to create…
Introduction and Location
We’d love to welcome you to our team Without the passion of each of our committed individuals, we would not be able to achieve what we do. You can view the breadth of work we do by visiting the Our Work section linked here. We have around 105 talented people working for us in our World Class Performance Programme and England Talent Programme, Recreation, Coaching, Governance, Membership Services, Finance, People, Commercial, Digital, Marketing and Communications. Everyone plays a vital part in helping us to achieve our purpose to encourage more people to go paddling for enjoyment, health, challenge and achievement.…
Safeguarding Process Guidance and Templates
Paddle UK has developed several key pieces of safeguarding process guidance and template documents to make it easier for you to navigate the ins and outs of safeguarding compliance and best practice. These documents cover subjects such as confidentiality guidelines, digital communication, training requirements and much more. You can access them below by choosing the relevant tab.
Privacy Centre
Paddle UK is a trading name of British Canoeing which is registered as a data controller with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) with the registered number Z9466524. Our ICO profile is linked here. We want to make sure all the personal information we process about you is safe and secure. This Privacy Centre shows you how we will ensure this is the case. Our website statement below is a good entry point to our approach to privacy. Simply click or tap to expand a section. For more detail on specific areas of privacy see the Privacy Notices and Policies sections of…
Safeguarding Policies
On this page you’ll find our Safeguarding Policies covering subjects such as Safeguarding Children, Safeguarding Adults, Anti Bullying, Safer Recruitment of Volunteers, and more.
Our Policies and Procedures
This section contains policies and procedures relating to Paddle UK (British Canoeing) and its governance.
The Clubhouse
When you affiliate with Paddle UK you get access to the Clubhouse. This is an online resource centre only available to affiliated clubs, containing news, advice, guidance, a live chat with the club support team, and more! How to access the Clubhouse You need to have created a Services Login and linked your membership to be able to access the Clubhouse. This is so we know you are a Club member. You can create a login on Paddle UK by following this link. Simply enter your email address when prompted and link your membership when prompted. Once you successfully have…
Honours and Awards Panels
Find below panels Paddle UK uses when it comes to allocating honours and awards on individuals or institutions. National Honours and Awards Panel (NHAP) The NHAP considers nominations for Queen’s Honours and Paddle UK (British Canoeing) Honours and Awards and make recommendations to the Board for approval. Its responsibilities include: Ensuring that nominations for honours are invited in good time Ensuring that nominations meet the agreed criteria Consideration of all nominations received Informing the National Association Boards and Paddle UK Board of all nominations received and submit recommendations for approval, and.. From time to time review the honours and awards…
Advisory Panels
Paddle UK has expert panels that advise us on subjects such as Safeguarding Case Management and Safety. You can find these Advisory Panels and their Terms of Reference below. Safety Advisory Panel Comprising a range of members, the Safety Advisory Panel’s purpose is to provide guidance and advice to Paddle UK (British Canoeing), the National Associations and the wider paddling community, to support safe practice in all aspects of paddlesport. Case Management Group The primary purpose of the Case Management Group is to offer advice and guidance in relation to the management of safeguarding concerns and cases and to support Paddle…
Competition Performance Groups
The Performance Committee The Performance Committee is a sub-committee of the Paddle UK Board. It has been established to support the Board in discharging its responsibilities in relation to elite performance within the Olympic, Paralympic and Non-Olympic disciplines and the England Talent Programme. The Committee consists of an independent director of Paddle UK who acts as Chair, up to two independent individuals with relevant elite sport experience who are co-opted by the Performance Committee and up to two executive BC staff members who shall normally be the CEO and Director of Paddlesport. Other members are invited inline with agenda items…