Do I need prior kayaking experience to join the course?

Yes, you should have basic paddling skills and experience with self-rescue before enrolling.

Is certification included after completing the course?

Yes, upon successful completion, you receive Paddle Canada Basic Instructor certification.

What is the group size for this private course?

The course is designed for small groups or private bookings to ensure personalized instruction.

What safety measures are in place during training?

Instructors follow strict safety protocols including mandatory PFD use and rescue drills.

Can I rent gear on-site if I don’t have my own?

Horizons Adventures offers rental options for essential gear; it’s best to confirm availability in advance.

How physically demanding is the course?

The course requires moderate to high physical effort, including paddling and performing rescue techniques.

Paddle Canada Basic Instructor Course in Whitefish, Ontario

Join Horizons Adventures in Whitefish, Ontario, for an immersive five-day Paddle Canada Basic Instructor Course designed to elevate your kayaking skills and teaching abilities. This private experience focuses on advancing participants to the instructor level while sharpening critical rescue and recovery techniques. Throughout the course, you'll refine both your practical paddling skills and the art of instructing others confidently and safely. The program blends hands-on training on pristine Ontario waterways with expert mentorship from experienced instructors, ensuring you leave ready to lead and inspire others. Set against the serene backdrop of Whitefish, the course offers a unique opportunity to connect with nature while mastering advanced kayaking competencies that serve both personal growth and professional development. Whether you're passionate about kayaking or looking to step into a leadership role, this course provides all the tools you need to transform your passion into expertise.

About Horizons Adventures

Horizons Adventures is a sea kayaking and outdoor skills provider based in Michipicoten, Ontario. The company offers guided sea kayak trips and Paddle Canada training programs spanning day trips, multi-day expeditions, and instructor certification courses. Horizons Adventures runs introductory programs such as Intro to Sea Kayaking Pre-trip Training and skill clinics including Paddle Canada Kayak Rolling Skills.

Training options include Paddle Canada Level 1 (Great Lakes Starter), Level 1 Sea Kayak Instructor, Level 2 Skills, Level 2 Skills Instructor, and two instructor courses: Paddle Canada Basic Kayak Instructor Course and Paddle Canada Basic Instructor Course (First Nations). These programs focus on technical stroke work, rescue and recovery, navigation, expedition planning, and teaching techniques.

Guided experiences range from single-day outings like the North Channel Day Trip to multi-day expeditions such as the seven-day Paddle Canada Level 2 Skills course and the five-day Phillip Edward Island Killarney trip. Participants receive hands-on instruction, planned shore lunches, and practical field training on Lake Huron and surrounding waters.

Operating from Michipicoten, Horizons Adventures emphasizes safety, Paddle Canada standards, and practical skill development suited for recreational paddlers and aspiring instructors. The business documents course lengths and skill outcomes, and offers certification pathways for paddlers seeking professional credentials. Locations, course names, and trip summaries are clearly published for prospective participants. Horizons Adventures appeals to learners looking for structured certification and to paddlers seeking scenic guided routes in the North Channel and Lake Huron region. Course schedules, prerequisites, and registration details are available on official listings online directly.