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}\n    .ko-card-skills li { font-size: 12px; }\n    .ko-list li { font-size: 12.5px; }\n    .ko-faq summary { font-size: 12.5px; }\n    .ko-faq .ko-faq-a { font-size: 12.5px; }\n    .ko-prereq p, .ko-next p { font-size: 12.5px; }\n  }\n  @supports not (container-type: inline-size) {\n    .ko-stats { grid-template-columns: repeat(2, 1fr); }\n  }\n  @media (max-width: 360px) {\n    .ko-stats { grid-template-columns: repeat(2, 1fr); }\n    .ko-stat-val { font-size: 15px; }\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"ko-clinic\"\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003ePaddle Canada Level 1 Instructor\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eTeaching paddlers is about more than strokes and rescues — it's about leadership, judgment, and creating safe, inspiring experiences on the water. \u003cem\u003eThis five-day course is for paddlers who are ready to take that professional step.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"ko-stats\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ko-stat\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ko-stat-val\"\u003e5 Days\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ko-stat-label\"\u003eDuration\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ko-stat\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ko-stat-val\"\u003eL2 Skills\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ko-stat-label\"\u003ePrerequisite\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ko-stat\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ko-stat-val\"\u003eLMS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ko-stat-label\"\u003ePre-Course\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ko-stat\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ko-stat-val\"\u003ePC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ko-stat-label\"\u003eCertification\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- ===== BLENDED LEARNING ===== --\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eBlended Learning — Starts Before the Water\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eHigh-level instruction requires more than five days on the water. Our course begins the moment you register through a fully functional Learning Management System.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"ko-cards\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ko-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ko-card-name\"\u003eCome Prepared\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ko-card-desc\"\u003e9 modules and 40+ lessons covering theory, navigation, and adult education frameworks — completed before the course starts.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ko-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ko-card-name\"\u003eImmersive Material\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ko-card-desc\"\u003eCase studies and interactive activities let you engage with the material at your own pace, building a theoretical foundation before we meet.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ko-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ko-card-name\"\u003eGo Deeper On the Water\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ko-card-desc\"\u003eBecause the theory is done, on-water time is spent on high-value discussion and practical application — not basic lecturing.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ko-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ko-card-name\"\u003eA Lifelong Resource\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ko-card-desc\"\u003eYour LMS access doesn't end when the course does. A digital resource you can refer back to as you begin your teaching career.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- ===== WHAT TO EXPECT ===== --\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eWhat to Expect\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eFive days combining on-water skills, teaching practice, and leadership development. Our courses run longer than minimum standards to allow time for skill refinement and to integrate adult education frameworks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cul class=\"ko-list ko-check\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eTechnical stroke refinement and expanded rescue skills\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHow to teach, manage groups, and keep students safe\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eLesson planning, giving feedback, and running real teaching sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eGuided by an Instructor Trainer throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- ===== SKILLS, COACHING, INCLUSION ===== --\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eSkills, Coaching, and Inclusion\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThis is not a fitness test. While you'll need a baseline level of physical health, we prioritize form, technique, and efficiency over raw power. We work extensively on your technical skills, but the course is fundamentally about coaching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eGreat instructors come in all shapes and sizes. Different bodies find different solutions to paddling challenges, and understanding those variations makes you a better teacher. Our course is designed to be comprehensive, challenging, and fit for all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- ===== WHO IT'S FOR ===== --\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eYou have a solid foundation in kayaking and want to share that knowledge. Candidates typically have 30+ days of paddling experience, a Paddle Canada Level 2 Skills certification, and some exposure to teaching or coaching — even informally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eWe strongly recommend prior experience as a Basic Kayak Instructor or assistant teaching. It makes a significant difference to your success.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- ===== PREREQUISITES ===== --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"ko-prereq\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrerequisites:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eMinimum age 18. Current Paddle Canada membership (and provincial membership where required). Paddle Canada Level 2 Skills — conditional enrolment possible with IT approval; certification is delayed until L2 Skills are complete. Approximately 30 days of paddling experience, including overnight trips in Level 1 conditions. Wilderness first aid (16 hr) and CPR strongly recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- ===== OUR STANDARDS ===== --\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eOur Standards\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003ePaddle Canada's minimum requirements are intentionally accessible. We add more structure to set you up for success — expect pre-course homework (trip logs, a short teaching reflection) and a readiness call if needed. This isn't gatekeeping. It's ensuring your time and money are well spent, and you leave confident, capable, and ready to teach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- ===== CERTIFICATION \u0026 PATHWAYS ===== --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"ko-next\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Successful candidates earn Paddle Canada Level 1 Instructor certification, allowing you to teach and certify Level 1 students.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- ===== FAQ ===== --\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eQuestions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"ko-faq\"\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails open\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eDoes this lead to employment with Kayak Ontario?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ko-faq-a\"\u003eThis course is not a direct path to employment with us. We're a small organization, and when opportunities arise they're posted publicly on our website. Many graduates work independently or start their own businesses — and we're proud to see them contributing to the paddling community, even when they become our competition.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eCan I take this for personal growth rather than a teaching career?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ko-faq-a\"\u003eAbsolutely. Some participants take the course purely for personal development. The skills, frameworks, and self-awareness you build are valuable regardless of whether you teach professionally.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eWhy Kayak Ontario for instructor training?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ko-faq-a\"\u003eWe know the Great Lakes. Our instructor trainers work daily on these waters and understand what it takes to lead here. You'll get honest feedback, strong mentorship, and practical tools you can use immediately — whether you're coaching, guiding, or building a career in paddling.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eWhat if I don't have my Level 2 Skills yet?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ko-faq-a\"\u003eConditional enrolment is possible with Instructor Trainer approval. You can complete the course but your certification is delayed until your L2 Skills are finished. Contact us to discuss your situation.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eWhat's the pre-course homework?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ko-faq-a\"\u003eTrip logs and a short teaching reflection. The LMS modules are also expected to be completed before arrival. 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