We offer canoe instructor training through the American Canoe Association and Small Craft Safety Certification through the American Red Cross. Participants can choose to include a one day Introduction to Canoeing to help review or learn paddle strokes before the Instructor Course.
Please note that all courses are physically demanding and occur in a fresh water lake. The temperatures in June can be extremely cold. We strongly recommend that you bring a wetsuit. Lifeguard Certification is highly recommended for anyone teaching children on the water. Refer to American Camp Association Accreditation Standards for appropriate water sport training requirements.
Instructors: Jackie Peppe
American Canoe Association Instructor with Introduction to Canoeing
Purpose:
- To learn or review basic canoe strokes before moving into the instructor level course (optional intro level on day 1). This is strongly recommended for those with minimal paddling experience.
- To certify an individual to teach the American Canoe Association curriculum
- To gain knowledge of canoe safety
- To strengthen teaching skills
- To comply with ACA Accreditation Standards
2012 Date Options:
- Canoe Course 1: Monday June 4th starting at 10 am – Thursday June 7th finishing at 5 pm
- Canoe Course 2: Wednesday June 13th starting at 10 am – Saturday June 16th finishing at 5 pm
Please note that the Canoe Instructor training is a full time commitment, including evening classes and coursework.
Cost: $350.00
Prerequisites:
- Minimum Age 18 for American Canoe Association Instructor requirements
- Excellent physical condition and strong swimming strokes
- Completion of swimming pretest before beginning course
Certifications: American Canoe Association, Level I Introduction to Canoeing – Tandem Flatwater Instructor and American Red Cross Small Craft Safety.
American Canoe Association Canoe Instructor
Purpose:
- To certify an individual to teach the American Canoe Association curriculum
- To gain knowledge of canoe safety
- To strengthen teaching skills.
- To comply with ACA Accreditation Standards
2012 Date Options:
- Canoe Course 1: Monday June 4th starting at 7 pm – Thursday June 7th finishing at 5pm
- Canoe Course 2: Wednesday June 13th starting at 7 pm – Saturday June 16th finishing at 5 pm
Please note that the Canoe Instructor training is a full time commitment, including evening classes and coursework.
Cost: $315.00
Prerequisites:
- Canoe experience strongly recommended.
- Minimum Age 18 for American Canoe Association Instructor requirements
- Excellent physical condition and strong swimming strokes
- Completion of swimming pretest before beginning course
Certifications: American Canoe Association, Level I Introduction to Canoeing – Tandem Flatwater Instructor and American Red Cross Small Craft Safety
