The British Canoe Union (BCU) is the most recognized International governing body for paddlesports for both coaching and individual awarding systems.  The BCU trainings and Star awards give paddlers and coaches a systematic approach to develop and assess paddling skill levels.  Instructors, outfitters, and symposium organizers use BCU Star Awards to ensure that paddlers have prerequisite skills for outings and classes.

BCU 3 Star Sea Assessment - Demonstrate that you have the skills to be a competent member of a group in moderate conditions.  Skills include precision boat control with strokes that are efficient and technically correct, boat control in bumpy water, surf zone launching and landing skills, individual and buddy rescue, navigation, and route planning.  BCU 3 Star Syllabus

We highly recommend taking a BCU 3 Star Training prior to taking the assessment.  If you have questions, please contact us.

This assessment will be conducted in the Monterey Bay Area.  BCU 3 Star Assessment is $125.  To get the certificate, there is a fee - $20 for members or $40 for nonmembers.