I've been brushing up on safety and rescue techniques and generally, all things canoe based today. I was well wrapped up in fleece and in a (semi)drysuit, so even though it was mid-November, it was fine to be falling in! However, there were plenty of folk turning up and going for swims just in swimming costumes while we were there!
We started out in an absolute downpour, but once changed into our kit, it didn't really matter! We covered all sorts of disaster scenarios and practiced different techniques for rescuing, emptying and towing boats and students. It was great to re-visit, remember and learn some new methods and brilliant to be sharing best practices among other instructors.
Although there was a lot of serious stuff to cover, we still managed to have a good time of things and add in a little bit of risky fun!
When it came to packing away, we seemed to have got through a lot of kit for six instructors! We all agreed that we felt more knowledgeable than this morning, so I think that's the sign of a good course! I'm looking forward to the next training day!
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