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Safeguarding

Safeguarding Training

A range of safeguarding training courses and learning opportunities are available, from basic awareness to specialist training. These courses are designed to enable staff, coaches

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Safeguarding

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.

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Safeguarding

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

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Contact the Safeguarding Team

If you have a question about any of the information listed here please contact the Paddle UK safeguarding lead directly on 0115 8655354 or through the contact form linked below.

Great choice! First step is your postcode...

Membership is determined by where you live in the UK. So, enter your residential postcode below and we can signpost you. Note that Scotland and Northern Ireland membership do not come with a waterways licence. No licence is required to paddle in these countries. Only waterways in England and Wales require a licence. If you are unsure use our waterways licence look up.

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Paddle Scotland

As you reside in POSTCODE you need to join Paddle Scotland. Note that Scotland membership doesn’t include a waterways licence. No licence is needed to paddle in Scotland.

Use the button below to visit the Paddle Scotland website to learn more about membership and to join.

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Paddle Northern Ireland

As you reside in POSTCODE you need to join Paddle Northern Ireland. Note that Northern Ireland membership doesn’t include a waterways licence. No licence is needed to paddle in Northern Ireland.

Use the button below to visit the Paddle Northern Ireland website to learn more about membership and to join.

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Canoe Wales

As you reside in POSTCODE you need to join Canoe Wales.

Use the button below to visit the Canoe Wales website to learn more about membership and to join.

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