JBK Paddlers Club Grading System  Skill Level Grading.
Beginner Paddler :
• New to paddling with limited paddling skills.
• Not confident with capsize/rescue techniques.
• Minimum safety equipment should include a whistle and PFD, paddle leash & spray deck if paddling a kayak with a cockpit.
• Little knowledge of weather forecast information.
• Low level fitness.
• Able to paddle in wind 10knts or less.
Suitable Craft for Beginner Level
Touring Kayaks
• 3.8m in Length
• Minimum Stern Bulkhead
• Rudder or Skeg
Sea Kayaks
• 4.5m in Length
• Bow and Stern Bulkheads
• Rudder or Skeg
Sit On Top Kayaks
• 4.2m
• Rudder
Novice Paddler :
• Competent in basic paddling strokes.
• Have practiced Capsize/rescue techniques.
• Minimum safety equipment should include a whistle, PFD, Spray deck, pump, paddle leash, waterproof communication equipment.
• Some basic knowledge of weather forecast information.
• Average fitness level.
• Able to paddle in wind 15kts or less.
• Knowledge of landing technique for small wave conditions advisable.
• Have completed Sea Skills Session One.
Suitable Craft for Novice Level
Touring Kayaks
• 3.8m in Length
• Bow and Stern Bulkheads
• Rudder or Skeg
Sea Kayaks
• 4.5m in Length
• Bow and Stern Bulkheads
• Rudder or Skeg
Intermediate Paddler :
• Competent in basic paddling strokes to a high standard.
• Competent in Capsize/Rescue techniques to a high standard.
• Minimum safety equipment should include a Whistle, PFD, Signal Mirror, V-Sheet, First Aid Kit, Spray deck, pump, paddle leash, waterproof communication Equipment.
• Medium Level Weather forecast knowledge.
• Comfortable on Open water and swell.
• Moderate fitness level.
• Able to paddle in wind 20kts or less.
• Knowledge of landing technique for small swell conditions essential.
• Have completed Sea Skills Session One and Sea Skills Session Two.
Suitable Craft for Intermediate Level
Sea Kayaks
• 4.5m and over in Length
• Bow and Stern Bulkheads
• Rudder or Skeg
Advanced Paddler :
• High Level Paddling ability.
• High level Capsize/Rescue (including Eskimo Roll & Re-Enter Roll) techniques.
• Minimum safety equipment should include a whistle, PFD, paddle leash, compass, Map/Charts, signal mirror, flares, V-Sheet, first aid kit, Spray deck, Pump (hands free operation preferred), Waterproof Communication Equipment, Spare clothing, food & water.
• High Level Weather forecast knowledge.
• Comfortable on Open water and swell.
• Above average fitness level.
• Able to paddle in wind 30kts or less.
• Knowledge of landing technique for moderate swell conditions essential.
• Ability to plot basic route on Maps and Charts.
• Have completed Sea Skills Level One, Two, Three and Eskimo Rolling Course.
Suitable Craft for Advanced Level
Sea Kayaks
• 4.5m and Over in Length
• Bow and Stern Bulkheads
• Deck Lines
• Rudder or Skeg |
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