Cross Stream Challenge - A FUNtastic, Flexible, Paddlesport Challenge

Cross Stream Challenge is a programme we've put together to help paddlers use their boats in a different way. Slalom, freestyle, downriver racing and more - you can learn the fundamental techniques for all these disciplines with the cross-stream challenge.Our starter pack gives you 30 challenges - 5 starter challengers and 25 more specific challenges. All you need to get started is any canoe or kayak (single or double), five slalom gates or five sets of buoys. Then you're ready to go! Some of the challenges will allow 2 boats (or teams) on the water at the same time to race head-to-head. First team across the line is the winner! The challenges are great fun, get everyone involved and are ideal for developing skills in younger paddlers. What underpins the Challenge is the total flexibility in its delivery, focusing on the paddler, not just the boat. The challenge will help to provide paddlers with developing skill based around a predetermined course in managed and measured environment. The challenge will fully open the doors of our sport for all paddlers, providing an opportunity to experience the many different disciplines and helping coaches spot where an individual is most motivated

Visit the SCA shop to order copies of the Cross Stream resources.

There are 5 starter challenges and a further 25 mover Challenges. Each Challenge has that little extra that will make a difference just when you really need to make that move happen.

Team Challenge, designed for two or more paddlers to paddle together over the same course.

Head to Head, some of the challenges will allow 2 boats (or teams) on the water at the same time. First team across the line is the winner.

Equipment Any Canoe or Kayak will do; single or double. You will also need 5 sets of slalom gates and 3 lines or, 5 sets of buoys if you cannot hang slalom gates.