Flatwater 1 Stand Up Paddleboard Instructor

It normally serves as the entry point into the Paddle Canada SUP Instructor program. As such, the fundamentals of instruction receive considerable emphasis during this course.

Certification Awarded

Successful candidates will receive the Flatwater 1 Stand Up Paddleboard Instructor certification.

Mandate of the Flatwater 1 SUP Instructor

The Flatwater 1 SUP Instructor is certified to:

• conduct Paddle Canada Flatwater 1 SUP Skills courses and to certify paddlers at that level,
• assist on Paddle Canada Flatwater 2 SUP Skills courses,
• be an instructor candidate on Paddle Canada Flatwater 2 SUP Skills courses, and
• teach SUP on protected flatwater with easy landing options.

Prerequisites

Age

At least 16 years of age.

Membership

Current Paddle Canada membership and Provincial/Territorial membership (as required).

Skills Certification

Paddle Canada Flatwater 2 SUP Skills certification.

Teaching Experience

None

Paddling Experience

Experience beyond that of the Flatwater 1 SUP Skills course.

Course Length

2 days (16 hours) minimum.

Class Ratio

1 instructor trainer (IT):6 candidates

1 IT+1 IT Candidate:8 candidates

1 IT+2 IT Candidates:10 candidates

Minimum Staff and Certification

A minimum of one Flatwater 1 SUP Instructor Trainer is required to teach this course.

Minimum Number of Registered Candidates

This instructor course must have a minimum of three registered candidates to qualify. This is to ensure the candidate experiences an appropriate level of group dynamics and can demonstrate competence in managing those dynamics. This policy will be strictly enforced.

Course Location

Same location as a Flatwater 1 SUP Skills course.

Environmental Conditions

Class-0 environment. See Water Classification for Lakes and Oceans.

Other Important Policies and Assessment Notes

Read the Instructor Certification section for important information applicable to this instructor course.