The Introduction to Kayaking course is designed as a short program emphasizing safety, enjoyment and skill acquisition for entry level individuals in public, private, and commercial settings.
Note: The use of spray skirts is not appropriate for Level 1: Introduction to Kayaking courses.
The course duration should be adjusted to best fit the needs and goals of the participants. Suggested time: Half a day to one day (4-8 hours).
Flat water, protected from wind, waves, and outside boat traffic, with current less than 0.5 knots, and within swimming distance of shore.
5 Participants : 1 Instructor; with an additional qualified assistant, the ratio can be 10 : 2.
Level 1 or higher ACA Instructors within their discipline.
The following is a general summary of course content for the Level 1: Introduction to Kayaking course. The content covered and sequence of instruction should be adjusted to best fit the participant’s needs, class location, and time allowance. The course content includes the National On Water Standards for human powered craft. The full rubric for Level 1 can be found in the above link, pages 17-65.