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ACA L1/2 Coastal Kayak Instructor Update
2026-09-12 08:00 - 16:00 (America/Detroit) | Traverse City, Traverse City, MI, United States
Get together with your fellow instructors to sharpen your skills and meet your four-year requirement to keep your ACA certification current.
Topics include:

On-water skills and maneuvers
Risk management and safety
Assessment techniques
Self and assisted rescue techniques
Teach back opportunities
On-land safety presentations
Administrative support

The program will involve a full day on the water preceded by a 1.5 hour virtual session to cover administrative topics.
Date: September 12, 2026
Venue: Traverse City, MI

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Community Paddlesports Leader Certification - PRIVATE PROGRAM
2026-10-09 08:00 - 2026-10-12 17:00
The ACA’s Community Paddlesports Leader offering is the entry point to leading on the water.
This program focuses on developing the confidence to safely and effectively lead day excursions on calm waters. This four-day dynamic learning experience covers paddling technique, decision-making, communication, planning, risk management, and rescue solutions – all while having fun.
Ideal for:

Camps and outdoor nonprofit staff
Club, meetup, university, and park leaders
Casual paddlers who want to safely take their friends and peers on outings

This is a private program. If you are interested in a private program for your group, please contact John.
Course venue: Traverse City, MI
