WOW Paddle Canada Level 1 Skills
Get Paddle Canada Certified
This multi-day, Women* only, 16 hour course, is a comprehensive introduction to the fun and exciting sport of sea kayaking.
Your instructor will teach you the skills necessary to safely plan and execute a day trip with friends in Class 1 Waters.*
Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive the nationally recognised Paddle Canada Level 1 certification.
This certificate will allow you to paddle by yourself at all of our rental locations.
*”Women on Water” is inclusive and welcomes (but is not limited to): cis-gender women, nonbinary folks, transgender women, 2-spirited folks, those who are exploring or do not conform to gender identity, and those who feel safe and included in our space.
Topics covered include:
- equipment
- navigation
- decision making
- weather
- strokes
- bracing
- capsizing
- re-entry techniques
- …and more!
*Class 1 Waters = non-challenging, protected waters with limited wind effect, little or no current, easy landings and ready access to land-based assistance.
Paddle Canada Level 1 Skills Course for Beginners
Becoming Paddle Canada Level 1 certified will enable you to paddle solo at our waterfront rental locations.
Who should enroll on this course
This course is perfect for women* who:
- Are new to kayaking and want to start with the right foundation
- Have paddled a bit but never had formal instruction
- Want to feel more confident, safe, and in control on the water
- Prefer learning in a supportive, women-only environment
- Are curious about sea kayaking but aren’t sure where to begin
*”Women on Water” is inclusive and welcomes (but is not limited to): cis-gender women, nonbinary folks, transgender women, 2-spirited folks, those who are exploring or do not conform to gender identity, and those who feel safe and included in our space.
Learn how to:
- Manoeuvre your kayak
- Navigate
- Make on-water safety decisions
- Read weather
- Paddle Efficiently
- Bracing techniques
- Capsize & re-enter kayak
No experience needed. Just bring your sense of adventure—we’ll handle the rest.
Pricing
| No of Sessions | 2 or 6 |
| Price | $369 (excl tax) |
Weekend Course
| Dates | Days | Time |
| July 12 & 13 | Saturday & Sunday | 9am-5pm |
