Unit Award Scheme

73064 INTRODUCTION TO CANOEING (UNIT 1)

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have

Evidence needed

demonstrated the ability to

1put on and fit a personal flotation device (PFD)Summary sheet
2lift and carry a given kayak or canoe in a manner avoiding injury to people or equipmentSummary sheet
3launch and safely board the kayak or canoe, from a given positionSummary sheet
4use a paddle to propel the craft over a given distance, eg 100 metres, using appropriate strokes to assist progress on a reasonably straight courseSummary sheet
5stop the craft on reaching a given destinationSummary sheet
6use a paddle to propel the craft backwards over a given distance, eg 25 metres, using appropriate strokes to assist progress on a reasonably straight courseSummary sheet
7stop the craft on reaching a given destinationSummary sheet
8turn the kayak or canoe through 360Summary sheet
9move the craft sideways, to the left and to the right, for a given distance, eg five metresSummary sheet
10perform a capsize drill and retain contact with the kayak or canoeSummary sheet
11perform at least one further manoeuvre of the kayak or canoe, eg a forwards figure-of-eight course, in order to demonstrate reasonable craft controlSummary sheet
12paddle the kayak or canoe to a given point and disembark.Summary sheet

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 13 September 2006Level - Entry Level