The purpose of the Level 2: Essentials of Kayak Touring Trip Leader (Level 2: EKTTL) training is to prepare individuals who intend to lead other paddlers, either recreationally or professionally, in protected waterways. The emphasis of the training is on leadership.
*This program will be officially retired on December 31, 2026. It is being replaced with the ACA Leadership Certification Pathway.
The Level 2: EKTTL training is designed to expose candidates to the skill-set required for leading paddlers in protected waterways. While this is not a teaching award, a Level 2: EKTTL should also be able to provide basic tips to paddlers, as appropriate, to help them through the environment. This training course is intended to be followed by an assessment course.
One day (8 hours) minimum
Calm, protected water with constant access to safe landing and within 0.5 nm from shore:
5 Endorsement Candidates : 1 Instructor Trainer; with an additional rolling endorsed instructor, the ratio can be 10 : 2. The maximum number of participants permitted is 10.