Paddle Canada Level 1

Service Description

RACE OVERVIEW: TYPICAL COURSE LENGTH 16 hours of instruction (2 days). WATER CLASS RACE This course runs in Class-1 conditions which are described as: Non-challenging waters with mild wind effect (0-20 km/h or 0–11 knots), little or no current (0-1 km/h or 0–0.5 knots), uninterrupted easy landing options, and ready access to land-based assistance. Sea state is calm to light chop. Learn more about our water classification system. RACING TOPICS -RE-ENTRY SKILLS Solo re-entry Assisted re-entry Towing -PADDLING SKILLS Launch and landing Forward and reverse strokes Stopping Sweep stroke Draw stroke Low brace Stern rudder Edge control -KNOWLEDGE Equipment and equipment care Communication Route planning and basic navigation techniques Half day kayak journey Weather Sea state Risk assessment and mitigation Cold issues and sun safety Impact of kayakers on the environment History and heritage Vehicle boat tie down Kayaking community and resources RACE PREREQUISITES CERTIFICATION Paddle Canada Basic Kayak skills certification or equivalent skill and knowledge at the discretion of the course director. PADDLING EXPERIENCE Five kayaking excursions (2 or 3 hours) in class-0 conditions. Can execute a controlled wet exit in class-0 conditions. Can perform a simple assisted re-entry in class-0 conditions.