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ACA L4 WWK Instructor Update / Upgrade

2 Days. Nov 15-16 Richmond VA. 8:30am - 5:00pm

250 US dollars
Richmond VA

Service Description

Course: ACA Level 4 Whitewater Kayak Instructor Update / Upgrade Length: 2 Days [only first day shows on checkout] Dates: Nov 15-16 Richmond VA Time: 8:30am - 5:00pm each day Price: $250 Class Size: 4 minimum - 5 maximum The ACA Level 4 Whitewater Kayak Instructor Update / Upgrade is intended for currently certified level 4 whitewater kayak instructors who are maintaining their certification, or currently certified level 2-3 river kayak instructors who want to upgrade to level 4. Participants are responsible for reviewing ACA instructor criteria and certification maintenance before registering for the course. This course will review industry best practices, present pertinent ACA policy changes, and explore relevant discipline specific case-studies. Instructor candidates will practice and demonstrate instruction and feedback on teaching methods, paddling skills, group management, rescue skills, and risk management principles. Participation doesn’t guarantee certification. To receive level 4 certification, candidates will be evaluated on their paddling, teaching, group management and rescue skills. Certification is valid for four years and maintained through class reporting and participation in periodic updates. This course will take place in class III / III+ whitewater. River locations on the James River in Richmond VA are dependent on water level and paddling competency. Clients MUST meet the following general requirements: - American Canoe Association (ACA) Essential Eligibility Criteria - Active American Canoe Association Membership + Instructor Fees - Meet all ACA Level 4 Whitewater Kayak Instructor Criteria [see ACA website] Note: Once you have registered for a course, we’ll send you a confirmation email and a course details pack. Course details will include our liability waiver and release from, medical history form, course outline, packing list, meeting times and locations, and instructor contact information. Packing List: - River clothing, appropriate layers, closed toe shoes - Drysuit or wetsuit is recommended for cold water. - Neoprene gloves and booties recommended for cold water - Helmet - PFD / life jacket - Water bottle and snacks - Self care items - Dry clothes - Folding chair - Personal paddling equipment (boat, skirt, paddle, etc.)


Cancellation Policy

We appreciate your interest in working with Fall Line River School! By accepting this you are entering a contractual relationship for training between you/your organization and Fall Line River School. Payment is due upon registration for the course. Unless other arrangements have been made. Cancellation/Reschedule Policy: Any cancellation/reschedule must be received in writing to falllineriverschool@gmail.com. More than 30 days before the first day of your course: If you reschedule you will get a 100% credit. If you cancel we will give you a 95% refund. Between 30-14 days before the first day of your course: If you reschedule you will get a 50% credit. If you cancel we will give you a 45% refund. If you cancel less than 14 days before the first day of your course, no rescheduling, no refunds. Please note: We can no longer extend any kind of credit or refund due to medical or other last minute emergencies. You are, however, welcome to substitute someone else in your place. Thank you for your understanding. Cancellation/Reschedule by Fall Line River School: Courses take place rain or shine. If a course has to be cancelled due to circumstances beyond our control (i.e., extreme weather) then we give you a spot on another date and location of the same course, or a full credit to use towards any of our other courses. Fall Line River School is not responsible for expenses incurred by students in preparing for a cancelled course (for example non-refundable advance purchase plane tickets, equipment etc. or for any additional arrangements for other travel plans associated with this course).


Contact Details

  • Richmond, VA, USA

    8043963909

    falllineriverschool@gmail.com


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