This course is designed as a short program emphasizing safety, enjoyment, and skill development. The skills and knowledge gained through this course can set the stage for a lifetime of exploration, adventures, a healthy lifestyle, appreciation of water and the natural world, lasting memories with family and friends, and a rewarding experience for all - we paddle because it is fun.
The course duration should be adjusted to best fit the needs and goals of the participants. One day (8 hours) or more.
Flat water, protected from wind, waves, and outside boat traffic, with current less than 0.5 knots, and within swimming distance of shore.
The water depth should be at least 3 feet (0.9 meters), and there must be at least one kayak polo goal present. A swimming pool that is sufficiently big enough to accommodate one kayak polo goal and all the participants is acceptable, however, there must not be any swimmers in the pool at the same time.
5 Participants : 1 Instructor; with an additional qualified assistant, the ratio can be 10 : 2.
This Kayak Polo skills course may be offered by:
Level 2: Essentials of Kayak Touring Instructor (or higher) with the Kayak Polo Endorsement
Level 2: Essentials of River Kayaking Instructor (or higher) with the Kayak Polo Endorsement
Welcome, introductions, paperwork
Student and Instructor course expectations and limitations
Course itinerary and site logistics
Review waiver, assumption of risk, challenge by choice, medical disclosure
About the ACA
Life jacket policy (always wear on water)
Appropriate personal behavior