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SUMMARY:MWA Kayak Instructor Certification\, blended ACA L3 & L4 course
DESCRIPTION: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nACA L-3 and L-4 Whitewater Kayak Instructor Course\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nApril 8-12\, 2026\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation – St Francis River\, MO \nHost- Missouri Whitewater Association\nCourse fee- $650.00\n\nContact – Tom Burroughs ACA Whitewater Kayak ITE email at- Swiftwaterrescue@gmail.com \n\nJojo Newbold about the campground & meal plan (see below) <FlyAKayak@outlook.com> 573-326-9008.\nSally Haywood if you are connected to Team River Runner.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWant to become a Certified Kayak Instructor through the most recognized Instructor Certification organization in Paddlesports? Founded in 1880\, the ACA is the gold standard of instruction methods and techniques for paddlesports training. Polish your kayaking technique as you learn experientially based methods of teaching others quickly and effectively. This course is not a “learn to paddle” course. It is designed to help the experienced river paddler learn to design and run effective courses\, and unravel the mysteries of teaching others! Your days will consist of time on the water practicing techniques and teaching methods\, and at our land classroom working on course design\, administrative skills\, presentation methods and video review and evaluation. \n \n\n\nAs an ACA Instructor Trainer/Educator in Whitewater Kayaking\, Swiftwater Rescue and Whitewater Rafting\, my goal is to help you meet your potential\, which is often far greater than you realize! Over the past 27 years of teaching and guiding on rivers in the US and abroad\, I have discovered numerous effective ways to help my students advance and learn\, and I look forward to bringing that to Missouri’s whitewater paddlers! \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nWed am – Sunday pm. Registration through Ozark Safety and Rescue Educators (OSRA) and taught by Tom Burroughs. \n\n\nFor most everyone\, Standard (NON- TRR) registration for ACA L-3/4 Kayak Instructor Candidate.\nTeam River Runner (TRR) veteran / service member registration for ACA L-3/4 Kayak Instructor Candidate registration.\n\n\nPost-registration\, please study the letter the instructor will send you.  It will have pre-course assignments in it and a gear list. \nThis five-day (40-hour min) course prepares participants to teach and model the paddling skills\, technical knowledge\, rescue ability\, teaching ability\, group management\, and interpersonal skills needed to teach river or whitewater kayaking. L3/4 students say that their kayaking skills are greatly elevated by the ability to demonstrate and instruct. \nCourse Prerequisites – the skills described in the ACA Level 3 & 4 Kayaking Skills Assessment\, which include the following (note: beginning in 2027\, ACA will require that an instructor have gained and taught at an L3 level prior to pursuing an L4 certification): \n1. A reliable river roll that works in Class II/III water; \n2. Completion of (a) the appropriate level kayaking skills course or equivalent kayak skill; AND (b) assessment by an ACA L3 or L4 instructor using the following list (instructor credentials matching the level the student candidate is pursuing). See https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=8m9hBZCcRAM&list=PLRPQF2MRPvGj6pY6gYk7LX4sv7aeFo1xx&index=14&pp=iAQB : \n\nLevel 3: River Kayaking\nLevel 4: Whitewater Kayaking\n\nIf your assessment instructor\, who is currently ACA credentialed\, indicates you “need more practice” on a skill\, you can practice. Then you need to have an ACA instructor re-assess that skill and sign off as “Pass” on all skills PRIOR to class.The teaching venue will be Missouri’s St. Francis River.  L3 candidates have the option to portage any rapids of the lower St Francis River beyond their ability. \n3. Students of an ACA class must be current members of the ACA in advance of the course\, https://americancanoe.org/join-the-aca/ \n4. Completion of an ACA Swiftwater Rescue (SWR) class is strongly suggested\, but not required. \nSee Course Curriculum – ACA (americancanoe.org)\, “River Kayaking” for the above Assessments\, Instructor Criteria\, and sample skills course content that successful L3/L4 instructors will be prepared to teach. \nFull refunds will be issued by the instructor in the event of course cancellation. \nLocation: The course will be based out of Cinco de Mayo Campground – Riverside RV Park in Farmington and the St Francis River\, Millstream Gardens.  The campground can offer accommodations and a meal plan\, which you arrange directly with them. \nTaught by Tom Burroughs\, SwiftwaterRescue@gmail.com\, 479-595-1655 (credentials below).  Working with Tom Burroughs to teach this program\, assisted by Glenn Harman\, L4-WWK Instructor Trainer\, ACA L4 Whitewater Kayak and Canoe Instructor\, as well as an L4 Swiftwater Instructor. Glenn has worked for the State of Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) for more than 18 years\, where he leads DNR’s paddling instructional programs. Glenn is an avid paddler\, traveling all over the country to paddle class 3 and 4 whitewater rivers such as the Ocoee and Arkansas rivers in Tennessee and Colorado. Glenn has also traveled out of the US to paddle the Rio Clara River in Chile and the Ottawa River in Canada. Glenn is passionate about kayak instruction and river safety.  He feels that the key to safe and enjoyable whitewater kayaking is knowledge of the river and paddling skill.\nCost: $650. Minimum registrants 4 (for course to happen); Maximum 10. \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. \n\nTaught by Tom Burroughs\, SwiftwaterRescue@gmail.com\, 479-595-1655 \nACA Safety and Rescue Committee Chair \nACA L-5 Advanced Swiftwater Rescue Instructor Trainer Educator \nACA L-4 Whitewater Kayak Instructor Trainer EducatorACA L-4 Whitewater Rafting Instructor Trainer \n2015 ACA “Excellence in Instruction” National Award Recipient \nITRA Level 3V Swiftwater Rescue Instructor \nNREMT/EMT-W/MPIC – Wilderness Medicine Instructor \nTeam Leader- Washington CO AR Search and Rescue teamDirector\, Ozark Safety and Rescue Educators / Clear Creek Paddlesports \nMember- Wilderness Medical Society \n 
URL:https://missouriwhitewater.org/event/aca-kayak-instructor-certification-l3-4/
LOCATION:Cinco De Mayo Campground\, 1042 Hwy H\, Farmington\, MO\, 63640\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instruction & Training
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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.
URL:https://missouriwhitewater.org/event/try-whitewater-kayaking-youth-intro-class-2/
LOCATION:Mehlville Senior High Pool\, 3200 Lemay Ferry Rd.\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63125\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instruction & Training
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SUMMARY:Wednesday night Weekly Moving Water Training
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday’s Moving Water Practice on the Meramec River. These MWA’s sessions run every Wednesday rain or shine (unless there’s severe weather)\, April 15 through July 29.  If the primary instructor\, Joe Sartori\, is unavailable\, another ACA instructor will lead. (Keep an eye on this FB page for weekly updates.)  Other ACA instructors and experienced volunteers will be there to help (more welcome!).  No need to pre-register.  RSVP is appreciated. \nWhere: Meet at Meramec Greenway Trailhead: Meramec Landing Park Boat Ramp. At 6:00 we will hit the water and paddle until 7:30 pm (where we met in 2025). \nPLEASE NOTE THAT THE FORMAT WILL BE DIFFERENT THAN YEARS PAST DUE TO THE DIFFERENT VENUE AND LACK OF STILL WATER. \nSessions are with approval from the City of Valley Park.  Come once or every week. \n\nYou must come with all of your own whitewater paddling gear including a whitewater boat\, helmet\, Lifejacket (PFD)\, paddle and air bags.  A spray skirt if you plan to use one.\nEach session\, you must check in with the primary instructor before getting on the water.\nWe will take as many participants as we have instructors and support / safety boaters.\nIf you are new to the primary instructor\, be prepared to wet exit or attest to your wet exit skills.\n\nIf you are with Team River Runner and want TRR to bring you gear\, you must contact them by the Tuesday night prior\, stltrr@teamriverrunner.org.  If you request gear and “no show\,” TRR will charge you $10 for the inconvenience. \nFees: You must either (A) be an ACA Member to participate (join here https://americancanoe.org/); or (B) be a TRR-affiliated Veteran/Service member who has signed TRR’s 2026 Waiver.  Otherwise\, there is no charge for this event. We encourage you to join the MWA as your membership helps sustain our programs. \nWaiver: Before you participate\, everyone must sign the 2026 Annual MWA Waiver.  We will not have paper waivers at the river.  Sign the waiver once and you are good for all of our Wednesday sessions. If you already signed the 2026 Annual MWA Waiver as an ACA Member for the Missouri Whitewater Championship Races or the MWA Clinic\, you are all set! \nDetails: We will warm up with some sweep and forward stroke progressions\, a little bow draw work\, and then blending strokes. Then practice peel-outs\, ferries\, and eddy turns. Beginners welcome. If you are new to whitewater kayaking and have your sights set on the MWA clinic\, this is perfect for you.  If you are not new to kayaking\, these sessions can help you strengthen and refine your skills. \nACA Instructors\, let Joe know if you’re willing to teach a skill or an evening session.  Joe is a superb instructor and can give you feedback (afterward) as you refine your teaching. \nQuestions: Joe Sartori <paddlenut99@gmail.com> {or CathyMcCredie <Cmccredie@charter.net>}
URL:https://missouriwhitewater.org/event/moving-water-practice/2026-04-15/
LOCATION:Meramac River at 141 – Arnold Grove Trailhead\, 38.547659\, -90.495046\, Valley Park\, MO\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instruction & Training
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SUMMARY:MWA Whitewater Clinic 2026
DESCRIPTION:See details here: Beginner/Intermediate Whitewater Clinic – Missouri Whitewater Association \nRegistration opens 2/1/26.
URL:https://missouriwhitewater.org/event/mwa-whitewater-clinic-2026/
LOCATION:Silver Mines Campground\, Highway D\, Ironton\, MO\, 63650\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instruction & Training
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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
CATEGORIES:Instruction & Training
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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
CATEGORIES:Instruction & Training
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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
CATEGORIES:Instruction & Training
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SUMMARY:Arkansas Canoe Club’s annual School of River Paddling
DESCRIPTION:See link\,  School of River Paddling – Basic Information: \nThe Arkansas Canoe Club’s School of River Paddling is designed to introduce basic paddling techniques on Class I+ rivers. Contained in the web pages is information that should be read by each person registering for the school. \n\n\nWhen:   June 5th-7th\, 2026 \n\n\nWhere:  Rocky Springs RV Ranch 17094 Martin Pedro Rd\, Siloam Springs\, AR. \n\n\nRocky Springs features a field event area for camping with a pavilion in the middle for our group meetings and meals. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nHeld in early to mid June and is tentatively scheduled on the Illinois River near Siloam Springs\, AR. at Gypsy Camp & Canoe.  By June the warmer temperatures can make the water temperature a welcome treat! Participants still need to have appropriate layers. \n\n\nParticipants can use a variety of kayak or canoe models\, including but not limited to whitewater models. Longer\, “recreational” style boats are welcome. \n\n\nAlthough the Illinois River offers features and challenging rapids at the whitewater park\, the Illinois River offers a more gentle overall introduction to moving water. \n\n\nRiver School is usually a smaller event (with a more laid-back atmosphere than School of Whitewater Paddling — Arkansas Canoe Club. \n\n\nExcellent paddling instruction. Updates 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!
URL:https://missouriwhitewater.org/event/arkansas-canoe-clubs-annual-school-of-river-paddling/
LOCATION:Rocky Springs RV Ranch\, 17094 Martin Pedro Rd\,\, Siloam Springs\, 72761\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instruction & Training
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