Month: April 2023

The Sea Scout Round Table is organizing a series of kayaking courses this year.

The aim of the courses is to not only provide opportunities to introduce beginners to kayaking in a safe and enjoyable way, but also to provide participants with the basic skills and knowledge to confidently maneuver a single-seater kayak.

All courses are open to all Scouts and Venture Scouts. Please refer to Annex A and B for more details.

Registration is based on first-come-first-served basis. Please register via MSDS Registration portal http://intranet.scout.org.sg by the stipulated closing dates in Annex A. Kindly note that only accepted registrations will be notified. No withdrawal is allowed once the invoice is issued. However, replacing of participants prior to start of course is acceptable on a case-by-case basis.

Please contact Ms Emily Ho, Executive (Programme) at emily.ho@scout.org.sg should you required any assistance or call us at 62592858.

KAYAKING COURSES BY SINGAPORE CANOE FEDERATION (SCF)
Course Title : Personal Skill Kayaking 1 Star Award
Course Synopsis : https://scf.org.sg/disciplines/sub/personal-skills-star-award-course

INTAKE	COURSE DATES	CLOSING DATE	LOCATION
1	6 May – 7 May 2023*	21 April 2023 (Fri)	PAssion WaVe @ Sembawang
2	5 June – 6 June 2023*	19 May 2023 (Fri	PAssion WaVe @ Marina Bay
3	10 June – 11 June 2023*	26 May 2023 (Fri)	PAssion WaVe @ Pasir Ris

Eligibility : Scouts/Venture Scouts, Able to swim 50m with Personal Flotation Device
Course Fee : $70.20 inc GST ($65.00 before GST) per participant
Inclusive of a certificate and a Canoeist I proficiency badge (1pc)
Time : 9.00 a.m. to 4.00 pm daily (Muster at 8.50am for attendance taking) Attire : Long sleeves shirt and long bottoms with covered shoes
Maximum Intake : 40 registered Scouts/Venture Scouts
Registration Portal : Register via MSDS Youth Programme Registration Portal http://intranet.scout.org.sg

Course Title : Personal Skill Kayaking 2 Star Award
Course Synopsis : https://scf.org.sg/disciplines/sub/personal-skills-star-award-course

INTAKE	COURSE DATES	CLOSING DATE	LOCATION
1	6 May, 7 May & 13 May 2023*	21 April 2023 (Fri)	PAssion WaVe @ Sembawang
2	10 June, 11 June & 17 June 2023*	26 May 2023 (Fri	PAssion WaVe @ Pasir Ris

Eligibility : Scouts/Venture Scouts, Attained SCF1 Star Award
Course Fee : $81.00 inc GST ($75.00 before GST) per participant
Inclusive of a certificate and a Canoeist II proficiency badge (1pc)
Time : 9.00 a.m. to 4.00 pm daily (Muster at 8.50am for attendance taking) Attire : Long sleeves shirt and long bottoms with covered shoes
Maximum Intake : 20 registered Scouts/Venture Scouts
Registration Portal : Register via MSDS Youth Programme Registration Portal http://intranet.scout.org.sg
*Dates stated can be subjected to change

TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Upon notification of accepted registration,

1. Each participant must complete a course-participation and medical declaration form that requires signature from parent or guardian
2. All payment and duly completed forms are to be submitted two (2) weeks before the course.
3. Please submit all forms to emily.ho@scout.org.sg.

For safety reasons, those with medical issues will not be allowed to participate if they are unable to produce certofication of fitness by a doctor. Do note that NO refund will be provided if a participant is refused participation on medical reasons.

Guidelines of Attire and Personal Items to Bring:

• Long-sleeve shirt and long bottoms (highly recommended to reduce sunburn)
• Cap or hat (Compulsory)
• Spectacle retainer if wearing glasses (alternatively bring rubber band)
• Water shoes or any covered shoes (no slippers allowed)(Compulsory)
• Water bottle with water (Compulsory)
• Sunblock
• Change of clothes and toiletries
• Ziplock bag for mask

Please do not bring expensive valuables. Phones and other digital devices are not allowed on the water.

General Terms and Conditions for joining the Course/Activity

1. Participants must be able to swim with flotation aid for at least 50 metres.
2. Participants must complete the application form and the medical declaration form before the start of course.
3. Participants must achieve 100% attendance and pass the test components to qualify for the course certification
4. Participants are to follow water safety guidelines, follow instructor’s/coach’s instructions and conduct themselves appropriately during the course.
5. Participants are to wash, maintain and return all loaned equipment in good order to SCF after each training session.
6. Participants must make good any loss of equipment or breakage resulting from equipment mishandling.

Terms and Conditions

1. Upon confirmation of registration, no refund will be allowed once invoice has been generated unless the organiser cancels the event.
2. The Singapore Scout Association reserves the right to cancel/postpone the event and reject applicants when necessary.
3. Sea-based activities, by their nature, pose some element of risk due to certain uncontrollable factors, which may include, weather, perils of the sea and encounters with sea vessels. These factors are not within the control of the Singapore Scout Association.
4. Participants must be able to swim safely before attempting this activity
5. Although Personal Flotation Devices are provided, participants are expected to look after their own safety by ensuring that these are kept securely fastened and worn at all times when in the water.
6. The Singapore Scout Association, its volunteers, staff, agents, vendors and employees shall not be held responsible for any losses, damages, injuries (fatal or otherwise) during the participation of the expedition or as a consequence from such participation.