Long Term Paddler Development (LTPD)<\/p>\n
The BCU have produced the Long Term Paddler Development (LTPD) pathway report which sets out the vision for how LTPD is to be integrated into paddlesport. The sport of canoeing is exceptionally varied, with two Olympic disciplines, six additional competitive disciplines and a vibrant and diverse recreational division that supports both a leisure market and high performance sectors such as expedition paddling and exploration. The LTPD pathway aims to provide a base of paddlesport and movement skills that will give an individual the best chance to reach their potential or fulfil their dreams. It aims to unify all branches of the sport to a common goal – providing the right opportunities at the right time ensuring paddlers are enjoying paddlesport and progressing at an optimal level. To achieve these aims there are three main phases:<\/p>\n
Foundation Paddlesport – This phase is designed to develop a strong core of skills though enjoyable and appropriate activities. It aims to give the paddler a base to progress into either recreational or performance paddlesport or into other sports depending on their aspirations. The phase is split into three stages; FUNdamentals, Paddlesport Start and Development.<\/p>\n
FUNdamentals
\nAge at start of phase:\tAge at end of phase:
\nFemales\t4 – 6\t7 – 9
\nMales\t5 – 7\t8 – 10<\/p>\n
Key Components:
\nLearning to move – general athletic formation.
\nFirst three years of sporting activity.
\nPhysical activity recommended 4-6 hours per week, including at least 1 water based session and occasional paddlesport.
\nPrime focus is on fun and the development of fundamental skills (ABC’s etc)
\nAchieved chiefly by participation in other sports, multi-skills clubs and active play.
\nPaddlesport activities that develop a feel for sliding, spinning, gliding and floating,balance, spatial awareness, co-ordination, movement and water confidence.<\/p>\n
Paddlesport Start and Development (Learning to Train)<\/p>\n
Age at start of phase:\tAge at end of phase:
\nFemales\t7 – 9\t8 – 10
\nMales\t10 – 13\t11 – 14<\/p>\n
Key Components:
\nLearning to play sport and to paddle.
\nFirst three years of paddlesport activity.
\nProgressing from 1 – 3 hours paddling per week throughout stage.
\nReducing participation in other sports from 6 – 3 hours per week.
\nAt least 75% of sporting activity based around practice \/ training, the remaining 25% spent competing or performing.
\nHigh quality skill development in varied craft and varied environments.
\nDecision making skills developed – the ability to choose effective and efficient techniques to manoeuvre the boat around the water.
\nWater, movement and self confidence developed through skill development and positive experiences.<\/p>\n
Performance Paddlesport – This phase aims to guide paddlers through into high performance. Paddlers who fall into this category include those with high aspirations in both the competitive and non-competitive disciplines. It is split into three stages; Train to Train, Train to Perform and Train to Excel.<\/p>\n
Age at start of phase:\tAge at end of phase:
\nFemales\t10 – 13\t12 – 15
\nMales\t11 – 14\t14 – 17<\/p>\n
Train to Train<\/p>\n
Key Components:
\nDiscipline specific physiological and skill development.
\nMonitoring of development \/ PHV
\nDevelopment of mental skills
\nRatio of 75:25 practice\/training : competing\/performing
\n3-8 hours paddling. Plus land training and other sports as necessary<\/p>\n
Train to Perform (Training to Compete)<\/p>\n
Age at start of phase:\tAge at end of phase:
\nFemales\t12 – 15\t15 – 20
\nMales\t14 – 17\t17 – 21
\nKey Components:
\nOptimising the physiological, technical and psychological skills.
\n7-14 specific training sessions per week. Plus land training and other sports as necessary.
\nEvent, individual, position and environmental tactical development
\nRatio of 50:50 practice\/training : competing\/performing
\nTrain to Excel (Train to Win)<\/p>\n
Age at start of phase:\tAge at end of phase:
\nFemales\t15 – 20
\nMales\t17 – 21
\nKey Components:
\nProducing high level performances.
\nIndividualised training and development programmes
\nDiagnostics approach to development
\nRatio of 25:75 practice\/training : competing\/performing<\/p>\n
Recreational Paddlesport – This phase aims to give paddlers opportunity and skills to maximise their enjoyment and satisfaction from the sport to whatever level they desire. The LTPD pathway is used as a goal setting and evaluation tool, helping individuals and coaches identify specific areas that need development in order to reach these goals. It is applicable to paddlers who wish to achieve personal goals andis equally relevant to the competitive and non-competitive disciplines.<\/p>\n
Recreational Stage (Retaining)<\/p>\n
Key Components:
\nMaximise enjoyment from sport.
\nHelp paddlers reach personal goals to whatever level they desire
\nIndividualised training and development programmes
\nNeeds analysis and goal setting<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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