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We connect diverse communities by fostering a shared commitment to safety and stewardship, and by providing opportunities for challenge, achievement, and fun through paddlesports.
ACA SUPPORTS PADDLERS IN MANY WAYS. HOW CAN WE HELP YOU TODAY?
Competition information and events, classes and instructor certifications, stewardship opportunities, advocacy for clean water and access to public lands, insurance for clubs, event organizers & others. We’re here to help.
News
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11.25.25
2025 Annual Meeting Scheduled for Thursday, December 4
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11.17.25
Instructor of the Month: Justin Barstow
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11.12.25
ACA’s New Membership Platform is Now Live!
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11.03.25
2025 Level 1 & 2 Instructor Contest Results
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10.31.25
ACA PaddleFest 2025: Celebrating 145 Years of Serving Paddlers
Upcoming Events
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11.02.25 – 12.14.25
Mehlville High School, Lemay Ferry Road, St. Louis, MO, USA
Level 4: Whitewater Kayaking Skills Course
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11.06.25 – 12.17.25
Tampa, FL, USA
Level 2: Essentials of Kayak Touring Instructor Certification Workshop (IDW/ICE)
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12.03.25 – 12.07.25
Coloma, CA, USA
Level 4: Whitewater Kayaking Instructor Certification Workshop (IDW/ICE)
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12.04.25 – 12.07.25
Charleston, SC, USA
Level 4: Open Water Coastal Kayaking Instructor Certification Workshop (IDW/ICE)
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12.04.25 – 12.07.25
Long Beach, CA, USA
Level 2: Essentials of Kayak Touring Instructor Certification Workshop (IDW/ICE)
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12.05.25 – 12.14.25
Gulfport, MS, USA
Level 2: Essentials of Kayak Touring Skills Course
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12.06.25 – 12.06.25
A Coruña, Spain
Level 2: Kayak Rolling Skills Course
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12.06.25 – 12.14.25
Gulfport, MS, USA
Level 2: Essentials of Kayak Touring Skills Course
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