Introduction to Canoe - Instructor Development Workshop and Certification Exam

This 2.5 day long Instructor Development Workshop and Instructor Certification Exam develops and prepares students to become Instructors in the basics of flatwater canoeing. Students will learn how to properly teach skills and assess students abilities. The course also goes over safety procedures and provides opportunities for students to receive feedback on teaching and leadership skills.

Instructor Development Workshop (May 12, 8am-9:30pm)
The first 1.5 days is an Instructor Development Workshop where instructors assess instructor candidate demonstrations and teaching technique, providing feedback for improvement. Instructor candidates receive specific recommendations and teaching assignments for part two.

Instructor Certification Exam (May 13, 8am-5pm)
The second day is the Instructor Candidates’ teaching and demonstration skills are evaluated by course instructors to determine instructional status with the ACA.

Length: 2.5 days