PS2 is a national research based educational curriculum designed to introduce elementary, middle and high school age youth to the joys and skills of paddling a canoe and/or kayak.  The curriculum emphasizes safety and skills and is designed for teachers and youth leaders who want to include paddlesport instruction in their programs.  There is a both a classroom component as well as an on-water module.  They can be taught as separate stand-alone units, or combined.

This curriculum was a joint venture of the ACA and the American Association for Physical Activity and Recreation (AAPAR).  It was produced under a grant from the Aquatic Resources (Wallop-Breaux) Trust Fund administered by the U.S. Coast Guard.

• To date, over 225 Teachers and Educators have participated in the workshops
• They averaged 92.9% on the post workshop test
• 89% felt that they would be comfortable teaching the curriculum

If you would like additional information about hosting a PS2 Workshop at your school or facility, please contact the Safety Education & Instruction Department.