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Instructor Courses
All of Esprit's kayak courses are taught under the guidelines of Whitewater Ontario (WO). WO is the provincial certification body for kayak instructors in Ontario and it is Whitewater Ontario's mission to support the whitewater paddling community through the promotion, development and growth of the sport in its various disciplines.
Whitewater Ontario instructor training programs which are endorsed nationally by Whitewater Canada and recognized by Coaching Canada. These programs are delivered by highly competent instructor-trainers. A low instructor/student ratio ensures that your learning curve is steep.
Esprit will be hosting both the Moving Water (Level 1) and the Advanced Whitewater Instructor (Level 2) this fall. Course registration takes place directly with Whitewater Ontario's head office. Please contact Whitewater Ontario at 1-888-322-2849 or by email at info@whitewaterontario.ca.
Moving Water Instructor
Level I
The Level One instructors course is a 2 day course designed to equip new instructors with the necessary skills to effectively and safely teach flat water to class II moving water. Successful candidates receive their WO Level One instructors card and can certify students as Proficiency Level A and B kayakers. Prerequisites: Candidates are required to have demonstration quality strokes and maneuvers on Class II rapids and be able to paddle and roll in class III rapids. Requirements for full certification: Minimum age 18, current First Aid / CPR certification, current river rescue certification, 16 hours of practical teaching (achieved after the course).
Advanced Whitewater Instructor
Level II
This course is designed for those who wish to teach advanced whitewater skills and lead river trips. Certification is suitable for paddlers who wish to instruct and lead river trips with clubs, schools and whitewater centers. The 3 day program focuses on advanced teaching skills and leadership. The course is comprised of peer presentations, discussions on leadership issues, safety as well as on-water assessments. Allows Instructors to certify Flat Water Proficiency A*, Moving Water Proficiency B* and Whitewater Proficiency C*. Prerequisites: Moving Water Level 1, Candidates are required to have demonstration quality strokes and maneuvers on class III rapids and be able to paddle Class IV rapids. Requirements for full certification: Minimum age 18, current Wilderness First Aid / CPR certification, current river rescue certification.
Availability & Costs 2008 |
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| Dates hosted at Esprit | Course | Costs | |
| Sept. 12-14 | Moving Water (Level 1) | Contact WO | |
| Sept. 12-14 | Advanced Whitewater (Level 2) | Contact WO | |
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What's included in your course
Course fees include manuals, certification/proficiency cards and 2008 WO membership Meals and accommodation packages are available for course participants wishing to stay at Esprit.
Optional Add-ons
| Accommodation: | |
| Camping Cabin Tent Rental Hostel |
$10.00/night (bring your own tent) $10.00/night $25.00/night |
| Meals: | |
| Breakfast Lunch Ultimate BBQ |
$8.00 $12.00 $25.00 |
What you should bring for your course
Swimsuit, quick dry shorts, warm fleece/wool sweater, polypropylene/synthetic long sleeve shirt & tights/leggings (ie. long underwear), water sandals/shoes/socks for use in water (preferably nothing too bulky so that you can wear them inside your kayak), personal paddling gear you may already have, sunscreen, bug repellent, towel, bag to carry wet gear to and from river. If you are camping you will also need to bring a tent, sleeping bag, sleeping pad and flashlight.