Intermediate Big Canoe Instructor Trainer
This mentorship process provides national certification in the instruction and administration of the Paddle Canada Intermediate Big Canoe Instructor course.
Mandate of the Intermediate Big Canoe Instructor Trainer
The Intermediate Big Canoe Instructor Trainer is certified to:
- conduct Paddle Canada Intermediate Big Canoe instructor courses, Leader courses, and to certify instructors at that level, and
- assist on Advanced Big Canoe instructor courses.
Prerequisites
Age
At least 18 years of age.
Membership
Current Paddle Canada membership and Provincial/Territorial membership (as required).
Skills Certification
Big Canoe Style Leader and Intermediate Lake Solo skills or Intro Moving Water Solo skills.
Instructor Certification
Advanced Big Canoe Instructor.
Teaching Experience
Taught a minimum of five combined Intermediate and Advanced Big Canoe Leader courses with a minimum of three participants on each course.
Paddling Experience
Significant experience paddling a big canoe and solo paddling a canoe.
Other Recommended Training
None.
Certification Awarded
Paddle Canada Intermediate Big Canoe Instructor Trainer.
Minimum Staff and Certification
One Paddle Canada Advanced Big Canoe Instructor Trainer.
Environmental Conditions
Environmental conditions must match those outlined in the skills course syllabus.