Do I need any prior kayaking experience to join?

Yes, you should have basic kayaking skills and some experience paddling in various conditions before enrolling.

Is certification included after completing the course?

Upon successful completion and assessment, participants receive Paddle Canada Basic Kayak Instructor certification.

What safety measures are in place during this course?

All sessions adhere to Paddle Canada safety standards, including mandatory PFD use and supervised rescue practice.

Will equipment be provided or should I bring my own?

Horizons Adventures provides kayaks and basic gear, but bringing your personal gear like a PFD and spray skirt is recommended.

What is the group size for this instructor course?

Groups are kept small, usually between 6-8 participants, to ensure personalized instruction and safety.

Are there classroom sessions included?

Yes, the course combines on-water practice with essential classroom theory covering teaching methods and safety.

Paddle Canada Kayak Instructor Course in Greater Sudbury

Join Horizons Adventures in Greater Sudbury, Ontario, for the Paddle Canada Basic Kayak Instructor Course—an intensive two-and-a-half-day program designed to elevate your kayaking skills and teaching abilities. This course focuses on refining your technical strokes, rescue techniques, and leadership skills to prepare you to confidently guide others on the water. Whether you’re aiming to become a certified instructor or simply want to polish your paddling expertise, this course offers hands-on learning combined with expert coaching in a supportive setting. Set against the stunning natural backdrop of Greater Sudbury's pristine waterways, you’ll find the perfect environment to hone your skills and build lasting friendships with fellow paddlers. Horizons Adventures ensures small group sizes for personalized instruction, letting you progress at your own pace while mastering all necessary competencies. Beyond skill development, you’ll gain valuable teaching strategies and safety knowledge that set you apart as an instructor. With a mix of classroom theory and on-water practice, this course is ideal for keen kayakers ready to inspire others through exceptional instruction. Experience the rewarding challenge of becoming an empowered kayak coach amid Ontario’s beautiful wilderness.

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.