ACA Coastal Paddlesports Leader Workshop

Explore. Adventure. Lead.

 

With the ACA’s Paddlesports Leader experience, get ready to lead groups on your next paddling adventure with enhanced safety and the ability to maximize memorable experiences! The Paddlesport certification prepares you for a range of environments from mild outings to more challenging and adventurous day trips. Dive into a dynamic learning experience that covers on-the-water management techniques, decision-making, communication, planning, risk management, camping, and rescue solutions – all while having fun and exploring a range of natural environments.

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The Paddlesports Leader program may be helpful to: 

• Paddle club and meetup leaders

• Camps, non profits, and outdoor orgs offering technical day trips

• University trip and program leaders

• Guides working for outfitters

• Or any other paddler who wants to safely lead others on day trips that progress beyond protected waterways.

 

Join us and develop the skills you need to become a paddlesport leader.

 

This is a multi-discipline workshop. Varied types of paddlecraft can participate!

• Kayaks

• Stand Up Paddleboards

• Canoes

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Paddlesports Leader Overview

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​Course Pre-Requisites: (​Paddlesports Leader Criteria)

• ACA membership

• 18+ years old

• Successful completion of a Level 2 Skills Assessment (or higher) from an ACA discipline for Leadership Course. See Leader Criteria for details.

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Cost: $450 per person (3 person minimum - 10 person maximum)​

 

Contact us for more information or to stay informed about additional workshops.

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​Workshops are also available as a custom program that can be scheduled at your location. 

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