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SUMMARY:Arkansas Canoe Club’s annual School of Whitewater Paddling
DESCRIPTION:Excellent paddling instruction\, at many levels.  Classes are divided into Whitewater Kayak\, Solo Whitewater Canoe\, Tandem Whitewater Canoe\, Swiftwater Rescue\, and Standup Paddleboard. \nRegistration opens March 1st and often fills up.  See link\,  School of Whitewater Paddling — Arkansas Canoe Club. \n\n\nThis annual event is always the weekend that includes the 1st Sunday of May\, on the Mulberry River. In early May\, the water is still quite chilly\, and the weather can be very unpredictable. For Whitewater School\, it’s important to have layers and gear that can keep you warm. \n\n\nAll participants MUST have a whitewater kayak or canoe to participate\, or a Stand Up Paddling Board for a SUP class. \n\n\nThe Mulberry River\, particularly at higher flows\, will offer more rapids and challenging conditions to hone skills. \n\n\nWhitewater School is a larger social event with a somewhat more “festive” atmosphere. \n\n\nUpdates will also be posted to the ACC Facebook page. If you have other questions\, contact the School Director. \nPlease let the School Director know if you would be willing to volunteer as an instructor\, assistant instructor\, or support boater.  This is a great way to keep up your instruction skills!  Note: Family members will not be put in the same group.
URL:https://missouriwhitewater.org/event/arkansas-canoe-clubs-annual-school-of-whitewater-paddling/
LOCATION:The Mulberry River\, based at Turner Bend’s Round the Bend campground\, 35.657634\, -93.829103\, Ozark\, AR\, 72949\, United States
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SUMMARY:MRWTA Kayak ACA L2 Skills Clinic
DESCRIPTION:ACA Level 2\, Essentials of River Kayaking (ERK) Skills Clinic\, Open to ALL skill levels!\nLook for updates here\, ACA Level 2\, Essentials of River Kayaking (ERK) Skills Clinic – Mississippi River Water Trail \nSaturday\, May 2nd and Sunday\, May 3rd\, from 8:30-5pm each day. \n$100/person for the clinic \n+$25 for a skills assessment (pre-requisite for an L2 kayak instructor course). \nWhether you are a complete novice\, you are a long-time paddler with no formal training\, you are planning to become a Level 2 instructor\, or you wish to refine your paddling skills– Level 2 River Kayaking is the class for you! \nThis 2-day clinic covers all that you need to know to safely paddle rivers in MO and IL\, including the big rivers. For course curriculum details\, please follow our link to the American Canoe Association website. \nhttps://americancanoe.notion.site/Level-2-Essentials-of-River-Kayaking-Skills-Course-a4db7942476946bfb80020a3114ffc08 \nIf you are preparing for the Instructor Trainer Certification\, this course (with assessment)\, will satisfy the pre-requisite of an assessment course. \nThis clinic has both classroom and water components! Come prepared to get wet both days! The first day we will be in the calm backwaters of Ellis Bay at Riverlands. Day 2 will include moving water clinic time on a river with suitable conditions that weekend. \nPlease contact board@mississippiriverwatertrail.org if you would like to participate.
URL:https://missouriwhitewater.org/event/kaca-l2-skills-clinic/
LOCATION:Ellis Bay at Riverlands\, 301 Riverlands Way\, West Alton\, 63386\, United States
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SUMMARY:Try Whitewater Kayaking - Youth Intro Class!
DESCRIPTION:Come See Why There is SO Much Excitement For Whitewater Kayaking! \n  \nThere will be games\, skills\, and FUN while you are introduced to some of the basics of Paddling a WHITEWATER Kayak. \n  \nNo Experience Necessary – Must be able to swim 25 yards and tread water unassisted.  Age 7+ \n  \nParents must be present for the entire class duration. \n 
URL:https://missouriwhitewater.org/event/try-whitewater-kayaking-youth-intro-class-3/
LOCATION:Mehlville Senior High Pool\, 3200 Lemay Ferry Rd.\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63125\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instruction & Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Mehlville School District":MAILTO:hromnakm@msdr9.org
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SUMMARY:Kayak Instructor Certification\, ACA L2 course
DESCRIPTION:Details here… ACA Level 2 Essentials of River Kayaking (ERK) Instructor Certification with Melissa Sauter & Tom Burroughs – Mississippi River Water Trail \nThursday am – Saturday pm\, 3 full days\, taught by Melissa Sauter & Tom Burroughs\, sponsored by the Mississippi River Water Trails Association (MRWTA)\,  \nAre you proficient with ACA Level Two River Kayaking Skills and now ready to learn how to teach these skills to others after a skills assessment? This 3-day course will focus on requirements and practice to be a skilled kayak instructor. Be prepared to get wet as portions of this course will take place on the calm backwaters of the Mississippi River and possibly in the current of the Meramec River.\nBoats and equipment are available for use during this course.\nThis class is open to the general public\, as well as partner agencies and clubs. Registration with ACA and SEIC is required before starting the course.\n\nhis class is open to the general public as well as partner agencies and clubs. Registration with ACA and SEIC required before starting the course.\nTo register for ACA membership:\nhttps://americancanoe.org/join-the-aca/\n\nTo register for the certification course:\nhttps://forms.gle/qZVYQ5pJBxAfrQf68\n\nPlease review this link for river kayaking Instructor Criteria.\nhttps://americancanoe.notion.site/Level-2-Essentials-of-River-Kayaking-Instructor-Criteria-d1974859c6cf455ea35eaa7d1d77288b\n\nCost: $450/person\n\n\nThis course prepares participants to be able to teach and model the paddling skills\, technical knowledge\, rescue ability\, teaching ability\, group management\, and interpersonal skills needed to teach river kayaking.  L2 students say that their kayaking skills are elevated by the ability to demonstrate and instruct.  Certification is not guaranteed and is at the sole discretion of Tom Burroughs\, the instructor. \n\n\n**An assessment by a Level 2 ACA Kayak Instructor can be scheduled in advance of the event by contacting board@mississippiriverwatertrail.org. \nCourse Prerequisites –Be “signed off” as being able to demonstrate the skills described in the ACA Level 2 Kayaking Skills Assessment; See L2_ERK_Assessment.pdf (americancanoe.org) \n\nThe MRWTA is holding an ACA L2 Skills Clinic with Assessment May 2 & 3 for a reduced rate for those who plan to take the ACA Level 2 ERK Certification Course.\n\n\nSee Course Curriculum – ACA (americancanoe.org)\, “Essentials of River Kayaking” for the above Assessments\, Instructor Criteria\, and sample skills course content that successful L2 instructors will be prepared to teach. \nFull refunds will be issued by the instructor in the event of course cancellation. If a student needs to cancel after registering\, they are requested to find an eligible replacement and negotiate reimbursement with them. \n*************************** \n\n\n\n\n\nSee MWA Training Reimbursement Policy for MWA members.  MWA reimburses members for certain trainings after completion of an MWA volunteer commitment. You need to fill out a web-based reimbursement request after you volunteer.  If you need a scholarship to participate in this course\, please communicate with an MWA Board member.  MWA is developing a scholarship policy. \nFor military service members or veterans\, Team River Runner (TRR) has a grant that will  enable them to reimburse you after the successful completion of this course.  If interested\, please contact Devin Gates\, the StL TRR Chapter Coordinator\, at stltrr@teamriverrunner.org or( 314) 904-6443 in advance of the course.  The expectation is that you would use your new skills as a future volunteer with TRR.
URL:https://missouriwhitewater.org/event/kayak-instructor-certification-aca-l2-course-2/
LOCATION:National Great Rivers Museum\, 2 Lock And Dam Way\, East Alton\, IL\, 62024\, United States
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