River Ⅰ Instructor

The River I Instructor Paddle Canada Course is comprehensive training program designed to equip advanced flatwater instructors with the necessary skills and knowledge to safely navigate moving water environments. This course covers everything from the basics of river dynamics to advanced rescue techniques, with a focus on safety and best practices.

Duration: 16 hours

Ratio: 1:6

Certification content
  • River Safety and Risk Management
  • Group Management and Communication
  • Teaching Techniques and Progression
  • Rescue Techniques
  • River Reading
  • Technical Paddling Skills
Equipment

Wetsuit, leash, personal flotation device  (PFD), paddle, and your personal board

Prerequisites
  • 18 years of age
  • Current Paddle Canada Membership
  • Paddle Canada River II certification (or equivalent skills and knowledge)
  • Paddle Canada Advanced Flatwater Instructor certification
  • Intermediate First Aid CPR-C and AED
  • Recommended: appropriate swift water rescue training

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.

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.

We will post certifications as soon as they become available. We appreciate your patience and look forward to connecting with you soon.