| Instructor Certification |
Overview:
Teaching others to paddle is one of the most rewarding experiences a
paddler can have. The American Canoe Association offers Instructor
certification in a variety of Canoeing and Kayaking tracks. Each different
Instructor program track offers Instructor certification at differing levels
based on an individual Candidate's personal skills and teaching ability. From
the community volunteer who loves to paddle the local pond to the
whitewater professional boater, the ACA offers a certification to meet the
needs of the paddling public.
The Instructor Development Workshop will cover ACA Orientation, Teaching
and Learning Theory, Equipment, Paddling Concepts, Strokes & Maneuvers,
and Safety and Rescue. The Instructor Trainer facilitates group sessions to
refine candidates skills and knowledge, drawing on the experience of the
group.
During the Instructor Certification Exam, candidate performances are
observed and graded by the Instructor Trainers. Each discipline has specific
skills requirements, and all Instructor Candidates are evaluated and tested
on teaching ability, interpersonal skills, attention to safety, modeling skills
and general paddlesport knowledge. Candidates "teach" in three settings: a
two minute pop-up topic; a prepared 5-15 minute indoor/dryland
presentation; and an on-water stroke session which includes a stroke demo,
followed by skills practice and feedback coaching session with your peers.
As an ACA L2 Certified Instructor Trainer, WEKANU offers certifications in the
following tracks:
Teaching others to paddle is one of the most rewarding experiences a
paddler can have. The American Canoe Association offers Instructor
certification in a variety of Canoeing and Kayaking tracks. Each different
Instructor program track offers Instructor certification at differing levels
based on an individual Candidate's personal skills and teaching ability. From
the community volunteer who loves to paddle the local pond to the
whitewater professional boater, the ACA offers a certification to meet the
needs of the paddling public.
The Instructor Development Workshop will cover ACA Orientation, Teaching
and Learning Theory, Equipment, Paddling Concepts, Strokes & Maneuvers,
and Safety and Rescue. The Instructor Trainer facilitates group sessions to
refine candidates skills and knowledge, drawing on the experience of the
group.
During the Instructor Certification Exam, candidate performances are
observed and graded by the Instructor Trainers. Each discipline has specific
skills requirements, and all Instructor Candidates are evaluated and tested
on teaching ability, interpersonal skills, attention to safety, modeling skills
and general paddlesport knowledge. Candidates "teach" in three settings: a
two minute pop-up topic; a prepared 5-15 minute indoor/dryland
presentation; and an on-water stroke session which includes a stroke demo,
followed by skills practice and feedback coaching session with your peers.
As an ACA L2 Certified Instructor Trainer, WEKANU offers certifications in the
following tracks:
 | L1 Intro Canoe | |
| L1 Intro Kayak | |
| L2 Essentials of Canoe Touring | |
| L2 Essentials of Touring Kayak | |
| L2 Essentials of River Kayak | |
| L2 Essentials of River Canoe |
- Happy Paddling!
- First there is simply the experience gained and
knowledge shared by fellow Candidates throughout
the class. A lot of participants say they just want to
be a sponge and absorb all kinds of new teaching
ideas. - Second, through the certification process you’ll
learn a specific and proven standard of practice.
Laura Liebel
L2 Instructor Trainer
| Teaching Experience |
| American Canoe Association Instructor Development Workshop and Instructor Certification Examination (IDW/ICE) |
2010 IDW / ICE Events June 1-4, 2010 L2 Four Plex IDW/ICE Essentials Touring Canoe Essentials Kayak Touring Essentials River Canoe Essentials River Kayak Hosted by ADK ADK Lodge @ Heart Lake Lake Placid, NY Program Cost: Get 4 Certifications for $530! or $490 for ADK members includes instruction, course material, ACA dues, SEI membership, and certification course fees. For All Program Registration call the Adirondak Loj 518-523-3441 For any questions about attending the course ask : Ryan Doyle, Outdoor Leadership Coordinator at workshops@adk.org or 518-523-3480 ext. 19 for more info ADK.org - - - . . June 22-23, 2010 L1 Intro Canoe IDW/ICE Hosted by the Adirondack Training Institute Camp Chingachgook Lake George, NY cost $235 for more info or to register Adirondack Training Institute |
The reasons to pursue certification are vastly different for
each Instructor Candidate, however what every person
takes away from the certification workshop is remarkably
similar.
central model to which you can add your own creativity
and personality to the presentation.
each Instructor Candidate, however what every person
takes away from the certification workshop is remarkably
similar.
central model to which you can add your own creativity
and personality to the presentation.
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