ACA Kayaking Level 2
Overview: Fundamentally, we expect that participants should have the paddling skills, technical knowledge, rescue ability, teaching ability, group management, and interpersonal skills commensurate with this level of certification prior to presenting themselves for evaluation as Instructor Candidates at an Instructor Certification Exam (ICE).
Essential Eligibility Criteria:
In order to participate in an Instructor Development Workshop (IDW), an Instructor Candidate must satisfy the following essential eligibility criteria:
- Be 18 years or older
- Be a current ACA member in good standing
- Be able to independently participate in all skills, activities and rescues listed in the appropriate ACA Certification Course Outline and Instructor Criteria documents
- Be able to effectively communicate with the Instructor Trainer and other course participants
- Be able to manage all personal care and mobility independently
Course Prerequisites:
Completion of the appropriate level skills course, assessment course, or equivalent skills.
Course Duration: Combined IDW & ICE – Minimum 2 days (16 hours)
Course Location / Venue: Flatwater (swimming pools are not sufficient)
Class Ratio:1 Trainer for every 5 candidates (1:5) – 2:10 with a qualified assistant