Course Description:
If you have the desire to share your love of kayaking, you can gain the certification necessary to run your own Introduction to Kayaking courses. Paddle Canada Level One skills, basic kayaking experience and a desire to learn are all you need to get started. We meet Friday from 6:00pm to 9:00pm and from 9:00am to 5:00pm Saturday and Sunday. Cost includes your kayak and the basic safety gear. You are responsible for registering yourself as a Paddle Canada Instructor Candidate prior to the course start date, which includes a $70 membership fee. Basic First Aid and CPR certifications are required in order to complete this certification.
Cost:
- 1 evening + 2 full days - $399
Prerequisites:
- Level One skills or equivalent
- 8 hour first aid course
- Reliable bow rescue. Comfort and control while capsized in a kayak.
- Efficient assisted & un-assisted re-entry skills.
- Effective edge control for sweep and brace turns.
- 16 years of age
Certification:
- Paddle Canada Introduction to Kayaking Instructor Certificate
Next Step:
Spring Certification at Jericho Beach - 2012
- Friday {6pm - 9pm} & Sat/Sun {9am - 5pm}
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