Coaches & Instructors

Canoe Kayak Saskatchewan is a part of two National Associations: Canoe Kayak Canada and Paddle Canada.

Each organization has their own coaching/instructor pathway. Canoe Kayak Saskatchewan recognizes both certification programs and helps to organize coaching/instructor clinics and training annually for our member clubs.

Paddle Canada – Recreational Programming & has own certification program/pathway

Canoe Kayak Canada – Competitive Programs & uses National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP)

About the Programs:

Paddle Canada

A not-for-profit organization founded in 1971, and incorporated in 1972, Paddle Canada is the national association for recreational paddling in Canada.

Setting standards for instruction and certification for recreational canoeing, kayaking and stand up paddling, Paddle Canada certifications are nationally accredited and internationally recognized. Each year, approximately 2500 certified instructors deliver sanctioned courses to more than 15,000 paddlers across Canada.

Canoe Kayak Canada

Canoe Kayak Canada is the national body for competitive paddling in Canada. Canoe Kayak Canada is a member-based organization which includes an intricate network of clubs as well as provincial and divisional paddling associations for the disciplines of sprint, whitewater and marathon. Elite National Teams proudly represent Canoe Kayak Canada at various competitions around the globe – most notably the Olympic Games, Pan American Games, ICF World Cups as well as Junior, Under 23 and Senior World Championships.

Canoe Kayak Canada is recognized by its partners at the International Canoe Federation, the Canadian Olympic Committee, the Canadian Paralympic Committee and Sport Canada as the designated authority for the sport in Canada.

CKC uses the National Coaching Certification Program to set coaching standards.

NCCP

The National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) provides standardized, inclusive, and safe sport education to coaches and coach developers.

The Coaching Association of Canada (CAC) manages and delivers NCCP training through its partner network of 65 National Sport Organizations and Provincial/Territorial Sport Organizations.

NCCP courses are recognized through the Indigenous Coaching Officials Program. The Indigenous Coaches and Officials Program facilitates training and developmental opportunities across the province for Indigenous peoples to become involved in sport as a coach or an official.

Becoming a Coach/Instructor:

What do you want to coach/lead?

Recreational programming? Check out Paddle Canada!
Structured youth programs leading towards competitive programs? Check out the NCCP program!

Each program has different levels based on the group of participants you wish to lead. Some have additional modules that are required. Please visit their websites for more specific information on the programs.

Paddle Canada Certification Pathway:

Skill Development (participants take a course and learn basic skills)
Instructor Pathway (Teach the Skill Development Courses)
Instructor Trainers (Create New Instructors)

Canoe Kayak Canada/NCCP Certification Pathway::

In-Training (taking courses and required modules)
Trained (completed required modules)
Certified (completed an evaluation)

NCCP Courses are tracked through “The Locker”. You can register for free and explore the different coaching pathways!

Cost?

Costs for all programs vary based on instructor fees, travel costs, equipment rental, etc. NCCP courses are often covered by the Indigenous Coaches and Officials Program. Check out their page for more information on the program

Not sure what pathway to take? Contact us and we can explore your goals and recommend some courses to begin with!

Common Courses through CKS:

NCCP – CanoeKids – programs at paddling clubs, structured community programs, introduction of sprint paddling
NCCP – ELCC Marathon – introduction and development of competitive marathon paddling
NCCP – ELCC Sprint – introduction and development of competitive Sprint paddling
NCCP – Comp-Dev – Developing High Performance athletes
NCCP – Making Ethical Decisions (MED) – required for NCCP courses.
Paddle Canada – Big Canoe Leader – individuals teaching participants the basics of a voyageur or large canoe
Paddle Canada – Big Canoe Instructor – creating “leaders”
Paddle Canada – Waterfront Instructor (Canoe) – school teachers, camp councilors, introductory programming.

More courses are being added annually as per needs of our clubs.

Course Registration will be through RAMP. Click the link for information on the Registration process: REGISTRATION STEPS

SK Companies that offer Paddle Canada Courses:

COMING SOON!

Requirements for Competitions:

Tony Cote Summer Games – CanoeKids (minimum), ELCC Sprint or Marathon CERTIFIED(ideal)
Sask Summer Games – CanoeKids (minimum), ELCC Sprint or Marathon CERTIFIED(ideal)
Canada Summer Games – Competitive Development – TRAINED(minimum), Comp-Dev CERTIFIED (Ideal)
North American Indigenous Games – ELCC Sprint or Marathon TRAINED