Outdoor Education

provided by the Children's Services Department

Canal boating

Narrow Boat Training - NCBA Accredited Training Course

                   Canal boat - side view

Course content

  • an introduction to all the basic skills required for successfully handling a canal boat
  • risk assessment and risk management routines and strategies, regulations and guidance
  • individual and group management issues and suggestions
  • the preparation and planning of programmes
  • an assessment of the leader’s competence to act as a skipper, assistant or crew member.

Course objectives

  • to successfully complete the syllabus and requirements of the leaders award
  • to produce a clear insight into necessary regulations and risk management procedures
  • to provide clear guidance on group management and activity planning.

If interested please contact Claire Bishop on 01962 876214 or e-mail claire.bishop@hants.gov.uk