Sandy Johnston Coaching Coaching, training and leadership on mountain, loch, river and sea

Sandy Johnston Coaching, a renowned Canoeing club in Alexandria, offers a diverse range of coaching, training, and leadership experiences for outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you enjoy the thrill of Stand-up Paddleboarding, the tranquility of canoeing, the adventure of hillwalking and navigation, the excitement of kayaking, or the adrenaline rush of mountain biking, Sandy has got you covered.

Stand-up Paddleboarding (SUP) is a popular activity that provides an excellent full-body workout while allowing participants to glide through the water on a paddleboard. Sandy, a certified British Canoeing Open Water SUP Coach, offers various training courses such as SUP Safer, Paddlesport Safety and Rescue, Inland Open Water Safety and Rescue, and White Water Safety and Rescue. Paddleboarders can also earn awards like the SUP Shltered Water Award and the SUP Inland Open Water Leader Award.

Canoes are another fantastic option for water travel, and Sandy offers courses for both solo paddlers and tandem pairs. Ideal for multi-day expeditions, canoes are featured in the Introduction to Paddling course. As a qualified Canoe Coach and Advanced Canoe Leader, Sandy provides specialised training to help individuals enhance their canoeing skills.

If you're interested in hillwalking and navigation, Sandy's hill skills training and navigation courses are perfect for you. These courses not only improve your experience and abilities on the hill but also equip you with vital navigation skills. Holding both the Summer and Winter Mountain Leader qualifications, Sandy has extensive experience in supervising and assessing Duke of Edinburgh Award expeditions.

Kayaking enthusiasts will be thrilled to know that Sandy offers coaching and instruction on basic kayaking skills. From games and trips to races and technique improvement, there is always something exciting happening for kayakers. Sandy, who holds the White Water Kayak Performance Coach qualification, also offers the prestigious White Water and Progressive White Water awards for Kayak.

For those who prefer kayaking on the sea, Sandy provides sea kayaking courses. Participants will learn how to handle sea kayaks and gain a comprehensive understanding of tides, wind, and weather conditions. With Sandy's expertise as a sea paddler and his qualifications as a Sea Kayak Coach and Leader, you can expect safe and enjoyable coaching with expert guidance.

If mountain biking is your passion, Sandy offers local mountain bike guiding and skills courses. The nearby Kilpatricks, Mugdock, and Loch Lomondside provide fantastic trails for honing your skills, improving your fitness, and perfecting your technique. As a holder of the British Cycling Level 2 Mountain Bike Leader qualification, Sandy ensures a thrilling and enriching mountain biking experience.

Safety is a paramount concern for Sandy Johnston Coaching, and that's why Sandy offers various British Canoe Safety Courses. From Paddlesport Safety and Rescue to SUP Safer Paddle Safer, Inland Open Water Safety and Rescue to Introduction to White Water Safety, and Sea Kayak Safety and Rescue, Sandy provides comprehensive safety training. Furthermore, he is qualified to assess the British Canoeing Sea Kayak Award, ensuring high standards in sea kayaking skills.

With Sandy Johnston Coaching, you can be confident in receiving top-notch coaching, training, and leadership experiences in various outdoor environments. Whether you're a seasoned paddler or a beginner looking to try something new, there's an activity for everyone. Join Sandy Johnston Coaching today and embark on your next outdoor adventure!