Paddle Canada Level 2 instructor is the last instructor certification you can take in a course format. From here upwards the instructor stream works on a mentorship structure. This is an involved course that should be considered by level 1 instructors will the recommended amount of experience.

During this course, you will review learning styles and practice teaching theory and skills topics. The course with get taught over three dates online in August and then four days in person in Prince Edward Island.

VIDEO CALL DATES:
Video – TBD [All Group] – Instructors present content to students ~2hr
Video – TBD [Individual] – Present knowledge lessons to instructors ~15min each (~2hr total)
Video – TBD [All Group] – Presenting knowledge lessons to each other ~2hr scheduled time 

IN-PERSON DATES:
May 22-25 2023- Practice Teaching on the water.

What You Will Learn

  • You will spend your time learning teaching/learning styles, practice teaching theory and practical skills in the classroom and on the water.

Your Instructors

Our certified instructors are some of Canada’s best!

Karl Vollmer

Karl is a Paddle Canada Sea Kayak Instructor Trainer. He has also been a volunteer member of the Paddle Canada board and skill development committees for years.

James Roberts

James started kayaking at 18. Since then his paddling career has taken him all over the world as an expedition leader and senior kayak instructor.

Price p.p. from:

$849 

plus taxes

Dates

May 22–25, 2023

Course Prerequisites

Please contact us with any question related to these trip prerequisites.

  • At least 18 years of age
  • Paddle Canada Level 3 skills certificate
  • Paddle Canada Level 1 Instructor certificate
  • The candidate will have a significant teaching experience as a Level-1 Instructor in a wide variety of conditions and locations including a minimum of 15 days of logged instruction of Level-1 curriculum (either courses or clinics).
  • A minimum of two, Level-1 Skills courses within the past three years, being the lead instructor on both courses. These two courses count toward the 15 logged days.
  • Current certification in wilderness first aid (16 hours) with CPR.
  • Restricted Operator Certificate (Maritime). Within one year of taking this course.

 What's Included

Don’t worry, we’ve got this covered.

Included

  • Five days of high level instructor training. (One day online)
  • Camping onsite at Nature Space Resort

What's Not Included

  • Meals and snacks during the course
  • Upgraded yurt accommodation at Nature Space Resort
  • Your own kayak and paddling equipment

What You Should Bring

A detailed gear list is sent before the start of the trip but this can get you started.

  • A list will be provided.

Price p.p. from:

$849 

plus taxes

Dates

May 22–25, 2023

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 Course Location

Nature Space Resort and Retreat Centre

Morell, Prince Edward Island

Join us at Nature Space Resort and Retreat Centre in PEI for this Level 2 Instructor Course.

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St Peters Harbour Rd
Morell, Prince Edward Island

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Nature Space Resort and Retreat Centre
Morell, Prince Edward Island

Join us at Nature Space Resort and Retreat Centre in PEI for this Level 2 Instructor Course.

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Really happy to have rolled 4 out of 5 times in a row thanks to James' & Scott's guidance. Interesting how I learned a vital tip from each one of you.

Clarke S.

 International Visitors

We are more than willing to accommodate you in any way that we can.  Contact us to see how we can help!

We are happy to answer any questions you may have about our Paddle Canada kayak courses. Please email or call us 1-905-399-1216


We are happy to answer any questions you may have about this trip or about any of our other trips or courses.

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