Practical Studies - Canoeing

Recommended Prerequisites

Swim (elementary level Physical Education program). Know snorkelling, with eyes open, moving with intentionality and security. Those to access the Graduation

Teaching Methods

Different methods and teaching techniques in accordance with the objectives to be achieved during the sessions (exposure, guided, among others).

Learning Outcomes

Knowledge about the different disciplines of canoeing;

Know how to select the equipment (paddle and kayak) best suited to each individual - guiding principles;

Domain balance in kayak;

Domain paddling gesture;

Domain the boat while maintaining the same rectilinear motion;

Mastering the techniques of driving, allowing the student to move the boat and turn away from obstacles;

Mastery of rescue techniques in the river and sea;

Ability to create a progression for teaching the various techniques discussed;

Plan, organize, implement and evaluate curriculum and educational projects in different contexts and levels of education;

Ability to manage a business with boating safety.

Work Placement(s)

No

Syllabus

Introduction to kayaking: History; Origins, emergence and evolution in Portugal; Canoeing disciplines; Degree of difficulty of the waters; The sports’ equipment: boat, paddle accessories; Selection of the appropriate materials to the individual and situation; Safety lessons in canoeing.

Transportation of the equipment. Entrance and exit of the boat

Base technique in canoe and kayak: the interrelated principles between canoe and kayak technique

Propulsion, stability and driving maneuvers.

Basic technique in slalom and kayak-polo.

Organization of kayak activities.

Canoeing in school: objectives.

Recue techniques in the river and the sea.

Head Lecturer(s)

Beatriz Branquinho Gomes

Assessment Methods

Assessment
Frequency: 30.0%
Other: 70.0%

Bibliography

Cox, R. (1992). The Science of canoeing. Coxburn Press, Cheshire.

Hernández, J. (1993). Piraguismo I e II. Colecção do El Corte Inglês. Comité Olímpico Espanol.

Jimenéz, A. & Rodríguez, J. (2005). Piraguismo Recreativo. Editorial Wanceule.

Szanto, C. (2011). ICF Coaches Education Programme: canoe sprint coaching manual. Level 1. ICF publications.