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ACA Whitewater Kayak Instructor Certification


  • West Branch Penobscot River ME (map)

ACA Level 3 & 4 Whitewater Kayak Instructor Certification Workshop

Instructor Development Workshop: Wednesday Aug 12th - Friday, Aug 14th

Instructor Certification Exam: Thursday, Aug 20th & Friday, Aug 21st

This is a Level 3 & 4 Whitewater Kayak Instructor Certification Workshop through the American Canoe Association (ACA). This awesome 5-day experience is comprised of a 3 day Instructor Development Workshop and a 2 day Instructor Certification Exam. Candidates registering for this course should meet the essential eligibility requirements as outlined by the ACA, and must complete a Level 3 Skills Assessment with a certified instructor prior to participating. This course is a full five days of learning, teaching, and sharing concepts around whitewater kayaking and student development. To learn more about the instructor certification criteria visit these links: Level 3 Criteria & Level 4 Criteria. Throughout this course candidates will focus on developing the following areas -

  1. Technical Knowledge

  2. Teaching Ability

  3. Paddling Skills

  4. Safety Awareness and Risk Management

  5. Interpersonal Skills

This course is open to experienced whitewater kayakers that meet the ACA’s essential eligibility requirements, and are ready to pursue a Level 3 or Level 4 certification.


*Course Tuition - $725

Register and pay securely online. We stand by the education we provide. If you’re not satisfied with your experience, we’ll refund your money. It’s as simple as that.

*Food & lodging are not provided as part of the course tuition. This course will take place on the river, approximately 45 minutes from Millinocket, ME. We are happy to recommend camping and lodging options.



Check Out What Others Have Said About Their ACA Instructor Certification Experience.

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“I feel way more confident working with others on the water.”

“It was awesome to share ideas and gain new perspectives on things I already thought I knew how to teach.”

“I came away feeling like a stronger paddler personally, as well as a better teacher.”


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Earlier Event: March 7
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