ACA SUP Instructor Certification Workshops






American Canoe Association Level 1/2 Standup Paddleboarding Instructor Certification Workshop

DATES:  May 31-June 2, 2019 (Newmarket, NH)
                June 21-23, 2019 (Portland, ME)

COST:  $350 per person

COURSE DESCRIPTION:  This intensive 3-day course will help you develop the SUP skills and technical understanding needed to teach others to standup paddle safely & effectively. It’s a great course for anyone who teaches SUP now or plans to in the future. Also suitable for anyone who desires total immersion into the sport of standup paddling. This fast-paced workshop includes sessions on personal skills, teaching & learning theory, leadership, paddling concepts, trip planning, incident management and much more. We’ll review all the strokes & maneuvers, discuss board & blade dynamics, practice teaching, go on a journey and have fun. Candidates will be assessed on their personal paddling skills, teaching skills, communication, demonstration skills, leadership and technical knowledge. 70% of the course will be on water, 30% on land. Successful candidates will be certified by the American Canoe Association at Level 1 or 2, but completion of the course does not guarantee certification. Successful candidates should have previous sup experience before this course.
NH course is limited to 8 candidates.  ME course is limited to 10 candidates.

PRE-REQUISITES:  first Aid & CPR certification, 18 years of age or older, ACA membership

COURSE FORMAT:  The course will begin at 8am each morning & includes a combination of classroom and water time.  Attendance alone does not guarantee certification.  During the ICW, candidates will be assessed on their personal paddling skills, teaching skills, communication, demonstration skills, leadership & technical knowledge.  

EQUIPMENT:  Each participant is responsible for their own equipment or for arranging equipment ahead of time.  Minimum required equipment is as follows:  SUP, paddle, pfd, leash, proper clothing.  Participants must be dressed for immersion each day.  Contact us if you need equipment.

RESOURCES:  Candidates are required to purchase the ACA Instructors Manual available here: https://aca.site-ym.com/store/ViewProduct.aspx?id=712623

REGISTRATION/POLICIES:  Fees do not include ACA membership, required textbook, lodging or meals.  

May 31-June 2 Newmarket, NH Course - Register here

June 21-23 Portland, ME Course - Register here