Karl Vollmer

Halifax, Nova Scotia

Karl is a Paddle Canada Sea Kayak, and River Kayak Instructor Trainer, and uses philosophies from both disciplines in his coaching. Past Nova Scotia Board member to Paddle Canada, and current Chair of the River Kayak Program Development Committee and Program Coordination committee as well as CKNS 2022 Fred Lynch contribution award recipient he’s actively involved in Paddle Canada and his community. He’s always searching for the next bit of surf or whitewater and loves helping people get more comfortable in dynamic water. Karl is also a NFPA Fire Service Instructor, and Lieutenant with Halifax Regional Fire and Emergency which has expanded his teaching, problem solving and technical skills and keeps him calm under pressure.

Certifications

  • Paddle Canada Level-2 Sea Kayak Instructor Trainer
  • Paddle Canada Level-1 Sea Kayak Instructor Trainer
  • Paddle Canada Level-3 Sea Kayak Instructor
  • Paddle Canada Level-2 Sea Kayak Instructor
  • Paddle Canada Level-4 Sea Kayak Skills
  • Advanced River Skills
  • Intermediate River Instructor
  • Medical First Responder
  • Basic River Kayak Instructor Trainer