The L2 Essentials of River Kayaking course is designed to teach beginner paddlers to safely and enjoyably kayak on gentle moving water rivers, with up to class 1 rapids . Basic ferrying, peel outs, eddy turns, river reading, wading and rescues are covered.

The L3 River Kayaking course is a program emphasizing safety, enjoyment and skill acquisition for entry-level through intermediate individuals in public, private and commercial settings. Class 1 and class II rapids. Goals are: being able to demonstrate and teach ferrying, eddy turns, basic surfing and more ,along with wading, unpinning and more advanced rescues

• Safety: To safely paddle on whitewater, perform self rescue and respond to emergencies that arise. 

• Enjoyment: To become aware of paddling opportunities and the rewards of lifetime participation in paddling. 

• Skills: To help people acquire the skills to safely and enjoyably paddle a kayak on L1/L 2 whitewater.

Fundamentally, we expect that participants will have the paddling skills, technical knowledge, rescue ability, teaching ability, group management, and interpersonal skills commensurate with this level of certification prior to presenting themselves for evaluation as Instructor Candidates.

This instructor certification workshop will be for both skirted and non-skirted kayaks. The ICW may also be used to update or upgrade current certifications.

Contact Mike Aronoff at mike@ckapco.com or (703)850-1257 for more information or to register.

This progressive workshop is aimed at providing instruction techniques for skills at the Level 1, “Introduction to Kayak”, and Level 2, “Essentials of Kayak Touring” . We will also provide the training for you to be able to teach the curriculum with strokes, maneuvers, and rescues. In addition to the paddling skills and instruction techniques, we will also cover trip leading, basic navigation, tides, tidal currents, and other topic specific to the respective certifications in this discipline.

Although we expect to improve your skills and coach you for better performance, our primary purpose is to help you learn to teach others while having fun and being safe on the water. L1 Candidates must attend the first 3 days’ L2 candidates the entire 4 days.

Fundamentally, we expect that participants will have the paddling skills, technical knowledge, rescue ability, teaching ability, group management, and interpersonal skills commensurate with this level of certification prior to presenting themselves for evaluation as Instructor Candidates.

This workshop may be used to update or upgrade certifications. Contact Mike at (703)850-1257 or email mike@ckapco.com to register or if you have any questions.

This progressive workshop is aimed at providing instructional techniques for skills at the Level 1, “Introduction to Kayak”, Level 2, “Essentials of Kayak Touring” and Level 3, “Coastal Kayaking”. We will provide the training for you to be able to teach the curriculum with strokes, maneuvers, and rescues. In addition to the paddling skills and instruction techniques, we will cover trip leading, basic navigation, tides, tidal currents, and other topics specific to the respective certifications in this discipline.

Although we expect to improve your skills and coach you for better performance, our primary purpose is to help you learn to teach others while having fun and being safe on the water. L1 Candidates must attend the first 3 days’ L2 candidates the first 4 days and L3 candidates all 5 days.

Fundamentally, we expect that participants will have the paddling skills, technical knowledge, rescue ability, teaching ability, group management, and interpersonal skills commensurate with this level of certification prior to presenting themselves for evaluation as Instructor Candidates.

This workshop may be used to certify, update or upgrade certifications. Contact Mike at (703)850-1257 or email mike@ckapco.com to register or if you have any questions.

The Essentials of Kayak Touring course is designed to teach beginner paddlers to safely and enjoyably kayak on lakes, calm protected ocean environments, and other flatwater settings.

Fundamentally, we expect that participants will have the paddling skills, technical knowledge, rescue ability, teaching ability, group management, and interpersonal skills commensurate with this level of certification prior to presenting themselves for evaluation as Instructor Candidates .

Contact Mike at (703)850-1257 or by emailing mike@ckapco.com for additional information.

This Instructor Certification Workshop will consist of three days of specific training in River Canoe strokes, maneuvers, rescues, safety and on water management. We will also focus on forward stroke techniques to paddle farther and faster with less effort; edging and turning techniques for efficiency, and the latest rescue methods for yourself and others.

The course venue will be on moving water on rivers up to and including class I sections.

Students who participate for all 3 days and who meet ALL ACA criteria, will be awarded the ACA L2 River Canoe Instructor certificate. Enrollment is also open for people who are focused primarily on skills development. Please contact Mike at (703)850-1257 or email mike@ckapco.com for details.

This Instructor Certification Workshop will consist of four days of specific training in River Canoe strokes, maneuvers, rescues, safety and on water management. We will also focus on forward stroke techniques to paddle farther and faster with less effort; edging and turning techniques for efficiency, and the latest rescue methods for yourself and others.

The course venue will be on moving water on rivers up to and including class I sections.

Students who participate for all 4 days and who meet ALL ACA criteria, will be awarded the ACA L2 River Canoe Instructor certificate. Enrollment is also open for people who are focused primarily on skills development. This course will be co-instructed with Tom Buckley. Please contact Mike at (703)850-1257 or email mike@ckapco.com for details.

The Essentials of River Kayaking course is designed to teach beginner paddlers to safely and enjoyably kayak on gentle rivers.

Fundamentally, we expect that participants will have the paddling skills, technical knowledge, rescue ability, teaching ability, group management, and interpersonal skills commensurate with this level of certification prior to presenting themselves for evaluation as Instructor Candidates.

For those already certified, you may also participate as an update. Please contact Mike at (703)850-1257 or by email mike@ckapco.com for more information.

This progressive workshop is aimed at providing instruction techniques for skills at the Level 1, “Introduction to Kayak”, Level 2, “Essentials of Kayak Touring” and Level 3, “Coastal Kayaking”. We will also provide the training for you to be able to teach the curriculum with strokes, maneuvers, and rescues. In addition to the paddling skills and instruction techniques, we will also cover trip leading, basic navigation, tides, tidal currents, and other topic specific to the respective certifications in this discipline.

Although we expect to improve your skills and coach you for better performance, our primary purpose is to help you learn to teach others while having fun and being safe on the water.

Fundamentally, we expect that participants will have the paddling skills, technical knowledge, rescue ability, teaching ability, group management, and interpersonal skills commensurate with this level of certification prior to presenting themselves for evaluation as Instructor Candidates.

Contact Mike at (703)850-1257 to register or if you have any questions.

This Instructor Certification Workshop will consist of three days of specific training in Touring Canoe strokes, maneuvers, rescues, safety and on water management. We will also focus on forward stroke techniques to paddle farther and faster with less effort; edging and turning techniques for efficiency, and the latest rescue methods for yourself and others.

Trip Leader Training to improve your ability to participate in, and safely lead , trips on lakes and moving water rivers without rapids will be included.

Students who participate for all 3 days and who meet ALL ACA criteria, will be awarded the ACA L2 Canoe Instructor certificate. Enrollment is also open for people who are focused primarily on skills development. Please contact Mike at (703)850-1257 for details. Camping may be available for those interested.

The River Kayaking course is a program emphasizing safety, enjoyment and skill acquisition for entry-level through intermediate individuals in public, private and commercial settings.

Fundamentally, we expect that participants should have the paddling skills, technical knowledge, rescue ability, teaching ability, group management, and interpersonal skills commensurate with this level of certification prior to presenting themselves for evaluation as Instructor Candidates at an Instructor Certification Exam (ICE).

Please email Mike at mike@ckapco.com or call (703)850-1257 for more information . Camping may be available for those interested.

This progressive workshop is aimed at providing instruction techniques for skills at the Level 1, “Introduction to Kayak”, Level 2, “Essentials of Kayak Touring” and Level 3, “Coastal Kayaking”. We will also provide the training for you to be able to teach the curriculum with strokes, maneuvers, and rescues. In addition to the paddling skills and instruction techniques, we will also cover trip leading, basic navigation, tides, tidal currents, and other topic specific to the respective certifications in this discipline.

Although we expect to improve your skills and coach you for better performance, our primary purpose is to help you learn to teach others while having fun and being safe on the water.

Fundamentally, we expect that participants will have the paddling skills, technical knowledge, rescue ability, teaching ability, group management, and interpersonal skills commensurate with this level of certification prior to presenting themselves for evaluation as Instructor Candidates.

Contact Mike at (703)850-1257 or email mike@ckapco.com to register or if you have any questions.

This progressive workshop is aimed at providing instruction techniques for skills at the Level 1, “Introduction to Kayak”, Level 2, “Essentials of Kayak Touring” and Level 3, “Coastal Kayaking”. We will also provide the training for you to be able to teach the curriculum with strokes, maneuvers, and rescues. In addition to the paddling skills and instruction techniques, we will also cover trip leading, basic navigation, tides, tidal currents, and other topic specific to the respective certifications in this discipline.

Although we expect to improve your skills and coach you for better performance, our primary purpose is to help you learn to teach others while having fun and being safe on the water.

Fundamentally, we expect that participants will have the paddling skills, technical knowledge, rescue ability, teaching ability, group management, and interpersonal skills commensurate with this level of certification prior to presenting themselves for evaluation as Instructor Candidates. Mike at (703)850-1257 to register or if you have any questions.

Course Overview: The Introduction to Paddling Kayaking course is designed as a short program emphasizing safety, enjoyment and skill acquisition for entry level individuals in public, private, and commercial settings.

Fundamentally, we expect that participants have the paddling skills, technical knowledge, rescue ability, teaching ability, group management, and interpersonal skills commensurate with this level of certification (Level 1) prior to presenting themselves for evaluation as Instructor Candidates.

The River Kayaking course is a program emphasizing safety, enjoyment and skill acquisition for entry-level through intermediate individuals in public, private and commercial settings. Goals are:

• Safety: To safely paddle on whitewater, perform self rescue and respond to emergencies that arise. 

• Enjoyment: To become aware of paddling opportunities and the rewards of lifetime participation in paddling. 

• Skills: To acquire the skills to safely and enjoyably paddle a kayak on whitewater.

Fundamentally, we expect that participants should have the paddling skills, technical knowledge, rescue ability, teaching ability, group management, and interpersonal skills commensurate with this level of certification prior to presenting themselves for evaluation as Instructor Candidates.

Course Overview: The Introduction to Kayaking course is designed as a short program emphasizing safety, enjoyment and skill acquisition for entry level individuals in public, private, and commercial settings.

Fundamentally, we expect that participants have the paddling skills, technical knowledge, rescue ability, teaching ability, group management, and interpersonal skills commensurate with this level of certification (Level 1) prior to presenting themselves for evaluation as Instructor Candidates.

This workshop is being conducted for the Fairfax County Parks, Virginia.