Aim
To provide a national certification in the instruction and administration of the Paddle Canada Flatwater Kayaking Skills course.

The Flatwater Kayaking Instructor is certified to:

• Conduct Paddle Canada Flatwater Skills courses and certify paddlers at that level.
• Assist a Level 1 Instructor on a Level 1 Skills course

Prerequisites

• At least 16 years of age.
• Paddle Canada Sea Kayaking Level 1 skills certification
• Current certification in Standard First Aid and CPR (8 hours).

Course Length
2 days minimum

Class ratio
1 trainer: 6 participants
Staff must consist of at least one Flatwater Instructor Trainer

Location
Enclosed and sheltered with easy landing options immediately present.
Appropriate portions of this course can be taught in a pool

Conditions
Wind calm (<8 knots) Sea state calm to rippled