The River Connection is an American Canoe Association Pro Paddlesports School.


AMERICAN CANOE ASSOCIATION (ACA) TRIP LEADER ASSESSMENT



ACA Trip Leader Workshop with
Karen Knight
One of the Nations Premier Boaters

The River Connection is recognized by the American Canoe Association (ACA) as a Pro Paddlesports School. The ACA is the oldest and largest organization devoted to paddlesports and paddlesport instruction in the United States.

In addition to stardardized sea kayaking skill building courses, the ACA developed a system of workshops to provide experienced paddlers with the tools needed to share their skills with others. In addition to the traditional instructor certifications, the ACA has developed Trip Leading Skills Assessment.


The Trip Leading Assessment Workshop is offered as a 2 day course and its purpose is to teach potential trip leaders what they need to know to safely lead a trip on lakes, rivers and coastal environments in gentle conditions, with apparent wind not exceeding 10 kts, waves not exceeding 1 foot and currents to 2 kts. The emphasis of this course is trip leading, safety education and rescue, not paddling instruction. The Trip Leading Workshop is relevant for clubs, camps, scouts and other entities providing trips. This is an Assessment Course with a written Examination. Those desiring certification to teach kayak paddling should consider ACA Instructor Certification.

Candidates should be proficient in all skills on the appropriate ACA course outlines before attending the Workshop. Throughout the workshop, candidates will be instructed and evaluated on their paddling skills, leading ability, professionalism, safety/technical rescue skills and depth of knowledge.

Karen Knight will serve as the Instructor Trainer for this course offering by the River Connection. Karen is one of the Nations Premier Boaters and is internationally recognized for her paddling precision in canoeing and kayaking.

ACA Trip Leading Assessment:
Cost: $260. per person.
Dates: June 27 & 28, 2009


Participation in this course does not guarantee certification. Candidates must attend both days of the Workshop to be considered for the Trip Leading Skills Assessment. Proficiency in certain kayaking skills are a prerequisite to attendance in this Workshop unless otherwise accepted.



CURRENT OFFERINGS

Please call to find out when we have scheduled the next ACA Trip Leading Assessment Workshop.

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This is a BYOBoat, paddle and PFD program. If you are in need of equipment arrangements can be made with The River Connection for any equipment that you may need for this program for an additional fee. Space is limited and reservations are required for this program.

If you are wondering "Is this class for me?" please do not hesitate to call The River Connection 845-229-0595 or email marshall@the-river-connection.com for more information and the proficiency requirements necessary for assessment. It is important to review these requirements for certification before you attend this course. Please refer to the American Canoe Association criteria for proficiency and certification standards for: Essentials of Kayaking (Level 2 Assessment) Basic Coastal Kayak (Level 3 Assessment) and Trip Leading Assessment.

The Trip Leading Workshop will be conducted from the The River Connection Boathouse in Hyde Park, NY. Prior to attending the class please check in at The River Connection Showroom, 9 West Market Street, Hyde Park, NY. Workshops begin promptly each day at 8:30am.

Cancellation and Refund Policy: No refunds will be provided unless we can find another student to fill your space, please plan accordingly.

If you need additional information or make a reservation, please Call our showroom at 845.229.0595.



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