Advanced Flatwater Instructor
The Advanced Flatwater Instructor Course focuses on safety, risk management and effective instruction techniques. Candidates will learn to apply more complex skills in a variety of conditions. This course is a prerequisite to Paddle Canada’s upper-level instructor courses including Surf 1 & 2, Touring 1 & 2, and River 1 &2.
Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive a Paddle Canada Instructor certification.
Duration: 16 hours
Ratio: 1:6
Co-delivery: This certification may be co-delivered with the following
- Intermediate First Aid CPR-C and AED
- ISA/ILS Water Safety and Rescue Course for Surf and SUP Instructors
Certification content
- Teaching and Coaching Methodology
- Advanced Paddling Skills
- Group Management and Risk Assessment
- Leadership and Communication Skills
- Knowledge of Equipment
- Safety and Emergency Procedures
- Lesson Plans and Group Programming
Equipment
Wetsuit, leash, personal flotation device (PFD), paddle, and your personal board
Prerequisites
- 18 years of age
- Current Paddle Canada Membership
- Paddle Canada Advanced Flatwater SUP certification (or equivalent skills and knowledge)
The course is limited to 6 participants per instructor. Registration fee is non-refundable and non-transferrable
Upcoming Trainings
NOTE: If you’re interested in attending our trainings, but there are currently none scheduled in your area, please reach out to us via email at info@waterman5.com.
September 2023 -Rocky Mountain House, Alberta
We will post specific dates as soon as they become available. We appreciate your patience and look forward to connecting with you soon.
We will post certifications as soon as they become available. We appreciate your patience and look forward to connecting with you soon.
We will post certifications as soon as they become available. We appreciate your patience and look forward to connecting with you soon.