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Queensland Sea Kayak Club
Queensland Sea Kayak Club
Paddle WA
Queensland Sea Kayak Club
Queensland Sea Kayak Club
PAQS Flatwater Skills Award
1.5 day course
half day theory, full day practical
$20 DISCOUNT FOR PADDLE SA MEMBERS
Award definition
Holders of the Flatwater Skills Award have demonstrated that they can competently paddle a kayak and/or canoe during a trip, as part of a group of peers, on flat, sheltered, undemanding water. This Award, or equivalent skills and knowledge, is a pre-requisite to becoming a Flatwater Guide or Instructor.
Pre-requisites
Senior First Aid, Working With Children Check, Play By The Rules training
Skill Component
Knowledge Component
Experience Component
Produce a verifiable log showing at least six trips of a minimum of three hours duration.
Communication Component
Demonstrate the ability to maintain effective communication with a group.
Guide and Instructor training is designed for people seeking employment where the the group under instruction will leave the immediate launch area such as an overnight or full-day excursion. Holders of the Flatwater Guide award are qualified to lead or guide on inland waters such as open lakes and rivers (but not on whitewater or sea) in controlled conditions for inland kayaking and canoeing.
Elements include but not limited to:
Further assessment requirements
A three hour introduction course for people who wish to learn to paddle either a kayak or a canoe on inland waterways. The course programme is designed with the aim of giving you confidence to enjoy the excitement and challenge of paddling. You will be shown and have time to practice the basic paddle strokes for moving your craft safely and efficiently. While this course is intensive, it is not physically demanding. As the course is practially oriented, most of the course time will be spent paddling and practising paddle strokes.
There will be regular breaks (bring snacks and water).
The course is to be carried out on a stretch of outdoor, unheated water. Please come appropriately attired for the weather on the day of the course. (see clothing to wear paddling below) You will be getting wet so a change of clothes is a must bring item.
Cost
Course fees includes use of a kayak, course notes and certificate, and must be paid prior to the course at the time of enrolment. You may use your own craft.
Venue
Aquatic Reserve, Bower Rd West Lakes
Time
0900-1200
Clothing for Paddling
Always dress for the weather conditions.
In summer, that will mean light clothing (long sleeve tops to protect arms and shoulders) with adequate sun protection (sunglasses for your eyes and sunblock for your skin)
In winter clothing will include woolen or thermal clothing, wetsuits may also be worn, and don’t forget the sun protection as winter sun can damage sensitive skin and eyes
Warm weather:
Cold weather:
Further Information
East Coast Kayaking
Course Description:
This course is designed to prepare participants for assessment as a Paddle Australia (PA) Flat water Guide or Instructor in either Kayaks or Canoes. The course consists of a full day combining theory and practical components in a flat water environments, concentrating on guiding and instructing skills. Participants are expected to already have the ability to paddle to the standard of the Flat water Skills course.
A separate assessment day is required to complete certification.
Who is this course for:
These courses are aimed at people wishing to gain Paddle Australia certification for employment in the industry.
Holders of the Flat water Guide Award are qualified to lead or guide on inland waters such as open lakes and rivers (but not on whitewater or sea) in controlled conditions for inland kayaking and canoeing. This is recommended for activities such as camps, school trip and experiences.
Holders of the Flat water Instructor Award are qualified to instruct, facilitate skill transfer to develop participants in order so that they may act independently or with minimal supervision in controlled conditions for inland kayaking and canoeing. An Instructor will have a deeper understanding of paddling technique and skills development and has been assessed to a higher level than guides.
Course Content:
Topics covered include but are not limited to:
Paddle Craft & Equipment:
You need to decide which craft you will be assessed in, as the award is craft specific. If you are teaching/guiding people in kayaks, you will need the “Kayak” award. You may hold both a canoe and kayak qualification in any PAQS award, however paddling skills will need to be assessed in both craft types.
It is expected that participants will supply their own equipment including kayak/canoe, PFD, paddles (including spare), spray deck and helmet. East Coast Kayaking can provide any or all of this equipment - please notify us at the time of booking if you need to hire equipment. Please detail personal equipment on the checklist on the Participant Information form emailed to you following your booking to determine its suitability.
Paddle clothing needs to be suitable for the conditions and environment - to protect you from sun, wind and cold.
Location: Our Training Centre at 37 Jetty Road, Sandringham, with the practical component on the sheltered waters of Sandringham Harbour. Other locations for your private group / organisation can be arranged - contact us to discuss.
Duration: 9.00am - 4.30pm
Cost: $295. Kayak or Canoe hire $50 if required
Class Size: Maximum 6 participants
Course Description:
This course is designed to prepare participants for assessment as a Paddle Australia (PA) Enclosed Sea Guide or Instructor in sea kayaks. The course consists of a full day combining theory and practical components in an Enclosed Sea environment, concentrating on guiding and instructing skills. Participants are expected to already have the ability to paddle to the standard of the Enclosed Sea Skills award.
A separate assessment day is required to complete certification.
Who is this course for:
This course is aimed at people wishing to gain Paddle Australia certification for employment in the industry.
The holder of this award is qualified to guide (and instruct) individuals or groups of novices on activity and day based programs in sea kayaks in Enclosed Sea conditions:
An Instructor will have a deeper understanding of paddling technique and skills development and has been assessed to a higher level than guides.
Course Content:
Topics covered include but are not limited to:
Paddle Craft & Equipment: It is expected that participants will supply their own equipment including sea kayak, PFD, paddles (including spare), spray deck and helmet. East Coast Kayaking can provide any or all of this equipment - please notify us at the time of booking if you need to hire equipment. Please detail personal equipment on the checklist on the Participant Information form emailed to you following your booking to determine its suitability.
Paddle clothing needs to be suitable for the conditions and environment - to protect you from sun, wind and cold - you are expected to present as a Guide / Instructor with the relevant equipment
Location: Our Training Centre at 37 Jetty Road, Sandringham, with the practical component on the sheltered waters of Sandringham Harbour. Other locations for your private group / organisation can be arranged - contact us to discuss.
Duration: 9.00am - 4.30pm
Cost: $295. Kayak hire $50 if required
Class Size: Maximum 6 participants
efore you attend:
Applicants for a Guide or Instructor award should already hold a Enclosed Sea Skills Award or have demonstrated equivalent skills. This allows the paddler to operate confidently, skilfully and safely within their tested conditions.
Assessment:
This course is for the training component - assessment will take place in a separate one day session, date TBC. You need to complete the assessment day and pay a registration fee in order to complete your certification as a guide or instructor - separate fees apply for the assessment day and the registration with Paddle Australia (3 years registration).
Prior to booking you should check the assessment criteria, including logbook and first aid certificate requirements to ensure you can meet this within the available timeframe.
East Coast Kayaking
Our popular two day course is designed to give you the fundamental skills and necessary to start sea kayaking safely on protected waters and the opportunity to attain your Paddle Australia Basic Skills Award (Kayak). Our Instructor/Student ratio is 1:6, so you are assured of first class tuition and service.
The Sea Starter course is held monthly, over two days: Saturday and Sunday at our Training & Hire Centre at Sandringham.
At the conclusion of the course you will be entitled to four hours* of FREE sea kayak hire. A great opportunity to hone and consolidate yourrnnew skills! Children, 14 and under are free, however they must paddle a double sea kayak with an adult.
The Program
Day 1
Day 2
For teachers with 3 or more years practical experience in guiding school trips, conducting paddling activities or similar
Candidates are expected to have paddling skill levels identified in the FW Skills Award. This course will cover topics such as
paddling guiding skills
refining paddling technique
rescues
minimal impact practice
interpreting weather and navigation
trip intentions, float plans and risk management
group management
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Enquiries to Leonie via education@paddlewa.asn.au
East Coast Kayaking
Our popular two day course is designed to give you the fundamental skills and necessary to start sea kayaking safely on protected waters and the opportunity to attain your Paddle Australia Basic Skills Award (Kayak). Our Instructor/Student ratio is 1:6, so you are assured of first class tuition and service.
The Sea Starter course is held monthly, over two days: Saturday and Sunday at our Training & Hire Centre at Sandringham.
At the conclusion of the course you will be entitled to four hours* of FREE sea kayak hire. A great opportunity to hone and consolidate yourrnnew skills! Children, 14 and under are free, however they must paddle a double sea kayak with an adult.
The Program
Day 1
Day 2
East Coast Kayaking
Our popular two day course is designed to give you the fundamental skills and necessary to start sea kayaking safely on protected waters and the opportunity to attain your Paddle Australia Basic Skills Award (Kayak). Our Instructor/Student ratio is 1:6, so you are assured of first class tuition and service.
The Sea Starter course is held monthly, over two days: Saturday and Sunday at our Training & Hire Centre at Sandringham.
At the conclusion of the course you will be entitled to four hours* of FREE sea kayak hire. A great opportunity to hone and consolidate yourrnnew skills! Children, 14 and under are free, however they must paddle a double sea kayak with an adult.
The Program
Day 1
Day 2
Basic Skills and Safety Flatwater Cost: $45 ($30 for affiliated Paddle Tas club members) Turners Beach to register click here. Minimum 6 participants.
Saturday March 21, 9.30am – 11.30am Turners Beach
Essential skills for safe paddling, suitable for beginner to intermediate paddlers, any type of kayak, to be held on the Forth estuary. Participants must have their own kayak, canoe or SOT and PFD (life jacket).
Once the minimum number of participants is reached you will be emailed with payment details.
Flatwater Supervisor/Guide/Instructor Course Cost:Non-member $275, members $265 (plus $170 PA registration fee if seeking assessment for Flatwater Supervisor/Guide/Instructor if successful)
Saturday - Sunday, March 21 - 22 9am – 4 pm Paddle Australia accredited course for teaching skills and leading trips on flat water. Assessment options for: Flatwater Supervisor, Guide or Instructor available. (Please note course only runs with a minimum of 4 participants)
Assessment for this course (for either FW Guide or Instructor, or Supervisor, dependent upon participants previous experience and meeting the PAQS criteria) will occur both informally and formally over the two days. Please see attached supporting document for the explanation between the awards from the PA website to see at which level the participant is aiming for or requires. https://paddle.org.au/education-safety/flatwater-awards/
Participants need to bring:
For detailed information regarding the assessment requirements including rnthe assessment project for either Flatwater Instructor or Flatwater Guide, see the Paddle Australia Qualifications Scheme Handbook: https://paddle.org.au/education-safety/education-paqs/
Participants will also need to complete a log book using the Paddle Log app. to download the app visit: rnhttps://paddle.org.au/education-safety/paddle-log/
All paperwork needs to be forwarded to Paddle Tasmania within 3 months of completing the course.
Payment: Once the minimum of 4 registrations is received you will be emailed with payment details. All payments will need to be made prior to the commencement of the course. If the minimum number is not reached by registration close date the course will be cancelled.
Whitewater Guide/Instructor Training Course Cost: Non-member $275; member $265
Saturday – Sunday, March 21-22, 9am – 4 pm Forth River
Paddle Australia training course for teaching skills and leading trips on moving water up to, and including, Grade 2 for experienced paddlers. This training course is a strongly recommended pre-requisite for anyone wanting to go for the Paddle Australia Whitewater Instructor Assessment at a future date (1.5 days assessment, separate). This is not an introduction to Whitewater Skills course (see above 1 day courses for Skills development), but for experienced paddlers looking at demonstrating correct stroke technique in an instructing situation on moving water, breaking down and teaching stroke technique, whitewater rescue techniques and the requirements for Whitewater Guide/Instructor Assessment.
All paperwork needs to be forwarded to Paddle Tasmania within 3 months of completing the course.
Saturday, March 21, 9:30am – 4pm Forth River
Whitewater Skills – one day course developing whitewater paddling skills on Grade 2-3 water.
Small group instruction from some of Tasmania’s best whitewater paddlers and qualified Paddle Australia instructors. For this course to go ahead it requires a minimum of 4 participants.
All paperwork needs to be forwarded to Paddle Tasmania within 3 months of completing the course.
Paddle Tasmania
Whitewater Guide/Instructor Assessment Cost: Non-member $120; Member - $110 (plus $170 PAQS registration fee for successful participants) March 21 - 22, Starting 9am Saturday (1.5 days, finishing lunchtime Sunday). Forth River
Assessment for the Paddle Australia Award of either Guide or Instructor for guiding/teaching skills and leading trips on moving water up to, and including, Grade 2.
All paperwork needs to be forwarded to Paddle Tasmania within 3 months of completing the course.
Saturday - Sunday, March 21-22, Forth River, Times by arrangement
Two hour, whitewater skills sessions for students run by trainee whitewater instructors working under the supervision of PA qualified whitewater instructors and assessors. To register click here. Note this only runs if there are enough participants going for an assessed qualification for WWG or WWI – contact Development Officer to confirm details.
Payment: As soon as numbers are confirmed you will be contacted by email with payment information. Non-members $30; members $20
Sunday, March 22, 9:30am – 4pm Forth River
Whitewater Skills – one day course developing whitewater paddling skills on Grade 2-3 water.
Small group instruction from some of Tasmania’s best whitewater paddlers and qualified Paddle Australia instructors. For this course to go ahead it requires a minimum of 4 participants.
All paperwork needs to be forwarded to Paddle Tasmania within 3 months of completing the course.
East Coast Kayaking
Our popular two day course is designed to give you the fundamental skills and necessary to start sea kayaking safely on protected waters and the opportunity to attain your Paddle Australia Basic Skills Award (Kayak). Our Instructor/Student ratio is 1:6, so you are assured of first class tuition and service.
The Sea Starter course is held monthly, over two days: Saturday and Sunday at our Training & Hire Centre at Sandringham.
At the conclusion of the course you will be entitled to four hours* of FREE sea kayak hire. A great opportunity to hone and consolidate yourrnnew skills! Children, 14 and under are free, however they must paddle a double sea kayak with an adult.
The Program
Day 1
Day 2
East Coast Kayaking
Our popular two day course is designed to give you the fundamental skills and necessary to start sea kayaking safely on protected waters and the opportunity to attain your Paddle Australia Basic Skills Award (Kayak). Our Instructor/Student ratio is 1:6, so you are assured of first class tuition and service.
The Sea Starter course is held monthly, over two days: Saturday and Sunday at our Training & Hire Centre at Sandringham.
At the conclusion of the course you will be entitled to four hours* of FREE sea kayak hire. A great opportunity to hone and consolidate yourrnnew skills! Children, 14 and under are free, however they must paddle a double sea kayak with an adult.
The Program
Day 1
Day 2
Course Content:
Topics covered include but are not limited to:
Skills:
Presentation:
Coaching & Skills Analysis
Briefings:
Program Overview & Navigation
Teaching Style (clear & concise)
Paddle Craft & Equipment:
You need to decide which craft you will be assessed in, as the award is craft specific. If you are teaching/guiding people in kayaks, you will need the “Kayak” award. You may hold both a canoe and kayak qualification in any PAQS award, however paddling skills will need to be assessed in both craft types.
It is expected that participants will supply their own equipment including kayak/canoe, PFD, paddles (including spare), spray deck and helmet. East Coast Kayaking can provide any or all of this equipment - please notify us at the time of booking if you need to hire equipment. Please detail personal equipment on the checklist on the Participant Information form emailed to you following your booking to determine its suitability.
Paddle clothing needs to be suitable for the conditions and environment - to protect you from sun, wind and cold.
Location: Our Training Centre at 37 Jetty Road, Sandringham, with the practical component on the sheltered waters of Sandringham Harbour. Other locations for your private group / organisation can be arranged - contact us to discuss.
Duration: 9.00am - 4.30pm
Cost: $295. Kayak or Canoe hire $50 if required
Class Size: Maximum 6 participants
Course Content:
Topics covered include but are not limited to:
Skills:
Presentation:
Coaching & Skills Analysis
Briefings:
Program Overview & Navigation
Teaching Style (clear & concise)
Paddle Craft & Equipment:
You need to decide which craft you will be assessed in, as the award is craft specific. If you are teaching/guiding people in kayaks, you will need the “Kayak” award. You may hold both a canoe and kayak qualification in any PAQS award, however paddling skills will need to be assessed in both craft types.
It is expected that participants will supply their own equipment including kayak/canoe, PFD, paddles (including spare), spray deck and helmet. East Coast Kayaking can provide any or all of this equipment - please notify us at the time of booking if you need to hire equipment. Please detail personal equipment on the checklist on the Participant Information form emailed to you following your booking to determine its suitability.
Paddle clothing needs to be suitable for the conditions and environment - to protect you from sun, wind and cold.
Location: Our Training Centre at 37 Jetty Road, Sandringham, with the practical component on the sheltered waters of Sandringham Harbour. Other locations for your private group / organisation can be arranged - contact us to discuss.
Duration: 9.00am - 4.30pm
Cost: $295. Kayak or Canoe hire $50 if required
Class Size: Maximum 6 participants
Course Content:
Topics covered include but are not limited to:
Skills:
Presentation:
Coaching & Skills Analysis
Briefings:
Program Overview & Navigation
Teaching Style (clear & concise)
Paddle Craft & Equipment:
You need to decide which craft you will be assessed in, as the award is craft specific. If you are teaching/guiding people in kayaks, you will need the “Kayak” award. You may hold both a canoe and kayak qualification in any PAQS award, however paddling skills will need to be assessed in both craft types.
It is expected that participants will supply their own equipment including kayak/canoe, PFD, paddles (including spare), spray deck and helmet. East Coast Kayaking can provide any or all of this equipment - please notify us at the time of booking if you need to hire equipment. Please detail personal equipment on the checklist on the Participant Information form emailed to you following your booking to determine its suitability.
Paddle clothing needs to be suitable for the conditions and environment - to protect you from sun, wind and cold.
Location: Our Training Centre at 37 Jetty Road, Sandringham, with the practical component on the sheltered waters of Sandringham Harbour. Other locations for your private group / organisation can be arranged - contact us to discuss.
Duration: 9.00am - 4.30pm
Cost: $295. Kayak or Canoe hire $50 if required
Class Size: Maximum 6 participants