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13Sep2025-14Sep2025
Whitewater Rescue Level 2 - Kayak

Paddle Tasmania
- Course Information
- TAS
Whitewater Rescue Level 2 - Kayak
Whitewater Rescue 2 Course:
$484 Non member
$441 Members
To register and pay for the course you much follow this justGo LINK
Paddle Tasmania will conduct on the Derwent and Surrounding rivers.
This course is suitable for people with some experience in paddling whitewater - Grade 2 and above.
Assessment for the Paddle Australia Whitewater Rescue 2 Award is possible during the weekend for an additional cost of $25, you will be invoiced separately by Paddle Australia for this once you successfully complete the course
- This course will cover the following topics:
- Principles of rescue
- Throwbagging: dry land
- Passive whitewater swimming
- On-water Throwbagging
- Aggressive whitewater swimming
- Shallow river crossing (Wading).
- Entrapment
- Risk management
- Knots
- Mechanical advantage
- River first aid
- Evacuation
- Towing for gear retrieval
- Simulated Rescues
Participants should bring:
- Kayak/canoe and all paddling gear including several changes of paddling clothing, wet/dry suit is recommended it will be cold!
- Throwbag
- Rescue gear that you normally take on paddling trips
- First Aid kit - waterproofed
- Food for the weekend
- Paper and pen
No accomodation is provided for this course.
This course is a prerequisite for the White Water Instructor Training and Assessment Course.
The railway bridge, Plenty https://maps.app.goo.gl/nsjdhY26JfoKCTp78
Start time: 9am
(This is cheaper than a course at the Mersey as we are not paying for accomodation for the duration of the course).
To enrol fully in this course you must pay via the just go page: https://paddleaustralia.justgo.com/workbench/public/events?ref=978A3502585F0CD3F846B92BB3CAA6D99B5EFE76
Assessment Tasks:
You must complete a quiz BEFORE undertaking the practical component of the course.
You must also submit a logbook including:
Ten Grade 2 Whitewater activities of a minimum of two hours duration in varying river heights and locations.These MUST be submitted within 3 months of completing the practical course.
For more information on the skills you will learn and be assessed against please see the Paddle Australia Guidelines HERE.

GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT PADDLE TAS COURSES: Please read so you are familiar with our policies.
GEAR
You must provide all your own gear for all Paddle Tas courses. Often the instructors have geary ou may be able to loan. There are also some companies in Tasmania that hire gear. If you are having trouble providing your own gear please get in touch with plenty of time prior to the course.
ACCOMODATION
Unless otherwise stated accommodation will be at your own cost. If you are taking a course on the Mersey River, the Forth or an overnight Sea kayaking course these overnight costs are included in your course cost.
FOOD
You are to provide all of your own food for the duration of your course
LOCATION
This is subject to change depending on weather but expect no longer than a 1.5 hour journey from your original location.
CANCELLATIONS
All paddling courses are dependent on weather and conditions on the water. If we are unable to find a safe and appropriate location for the course due to conditions we will postpone the course to a future time. If we are unable to postpone we will cancel. All effort will be made to let participants know in the week prior to their course, however, last minute changes and cancellations can occur. If we cancel for these reasons we will offer a credit for a later course or a full refund.
Courses are subject to participant numbers, if we do not have minimum participant numbers then we will have to postpone or cancel the course. If we cancel for these reasons we will offer a credit for a later course or a full refund.
REFUNDS
If for some reason you are unable to make the course we will offer a
- 100% refund 1 month before the course start date
- 50% refund 2 weeks before the course start date
- 25% refund 1-2 weeks before the course start date
- 0% any later than one week before the course start date.
20Sep2025-21Sep2025
Flatwater Instructor Northern Tasmania

Paddle Tasmania
- Course Information
- TAS
Flatwater Instructor Northern Tasmania
Flatwater Guide/Instructor Course
TO BE ENROLLED IN THIS COURSE YOU MUST ALSO REGISTER AND PAY THROUGH THE JUST GO SYSTEM BY FOLLOWING THIS LINK
Overview
This is the Paddle Australia accredited course for teaching skills and leading trips on flat water. Assessment options for flat water guide or instructor are available. Please see assessment guidelines:
Flatwater kayak guide
Flatwater kayak instructor
The course
This course will be conducted at Browns River, North Kingston Beach Area. Saturday 1st Feb 8:45am - 4:30 & Sunday 2nd Feb 9am - 4pm
Assessment for this course will occur both informally and formally over the two days.
Suitability
For further information on the skills and knowledge you will learn and be expected to demonstrate please see the Paddle Australia Flatwater Guide and Instructor Guidelines.
Other IMPORTANT Info
Participants are expected to supply their own equipment including kayak, spraydeck, PFD, paddle and rescue equipment.
In order to complete your registration you must pay for your course via Just go, by followng this link: https://paddleaustralia.justgo.com/workbench/public/events?ref=E408CAAAD01C3F7B08941E1A6A4FB80354D6670E
You must complete your quiz and your project BEFORE your course start date.
There is also a logbook requirement for this course that must be submitted to Paddle Tasmania within 3 months of the practical course date. Please see the guidelines for details of the log book requirements.
An additional professional registration fee of $170 is payable to Paddle Australia upon completion of the course.

GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT PADDLE TAS COURSES: Please read so you are familiar with our policies.
GEAR
You must provide all your own gear for all Paddle Tas courses. Often the instructors have geary ou may be able to loan. There are also some companies in Tasmania that hire gear. If you are having trouble providing your own gear please get in touch with plenty of time prior to the course.
ACCOMODATION
Unless otherwise stated accommodation will be at your own cost. If you are taking a course on the Mersey River, the Forth or an overnight Sea kayaking course these overnight costs are included in your course cost.
FOOD
You are to provide all of your own food for the duration of your course.
LOCATION
This is subject to change depending on weather but expect no longer than a 1.5 hour journey from your original location.
CANCELLATIONS
All paddling courses are dependent on weather and conditions on the water. If we are unable to find a safe and appropriate location for the course due to conditions we will postpone the course to the following time. If we are unable to postpone we will cancel. All effort will be made to let participants know in the week prior to their course, however, last minute changes and cancellations can occur. If we cancel for these reasons we will offer a credit for a later course or a full refund.
Courses are subject to participant numbers, if we do not have minimum participant numbers then we will have to postpone or cancel the course. If we cancel for these reasons we will offer a credit for a later course or a full refund.
REFUNDS
If for some reason you are unable to make the course we will offer a
- 100% refund 1 month before the course start date
- 50% refund 2 weeks before the course start date
- 25% refund 1-2 weeks before the course start date
- 0% any later than one week before the course start date.
18Oct2025-20Oct2025
Enclosed Sea Guide/Instructor - Kayak

Paddle Tasmania
- Course Information
- TAS
Enclosed Sea Guide/Instructor - Kayak
To fully register and pay for this course you must follow this link to the JustGo Platform
Program Outline: Paddle Tasmania is providing a 3 day Enclosed Waters Sea Kayak Guide course. This is designed to allow interested and suitable participants to complete a full 3 days of training and assessment. This course is day based with the finish time around 4pm daily
The focus of this course is on developing technical and safety knowledge specific to
Sea kayaks being used in a marine environment in a group guiding capacity. There will also be considerable emphasis on developing personal kayaking skills to be applied into a group guiding context. Ability to effectively manage challenging marine environments safely.
Weather and coastal water conditions will be simulated at times to achieve intended outcomes of course.
If you want to sign up for this course you must register and pay on the JustGo site at:
https://paddleaustralia.justgo.com/workbench/public/events?ref=C5FAE166E6FF61392D31B34F98F0E81ECF263785

The description below is for Enclosed Sea Guide/Instructor.

Who: The holder of this qualification has demonstrated the skills and knowledge to guide and instruct groups of novices on day based activities in Sea Kayaks in Enclosed Sea conditions:
Inside of estuaries, harbours, embayments or other sheltering reefs or islands
Maximum of 1.5 nautical miles from shore
Wind conditions below Fresh Winds(17kn)
Breaking (whitecapping) waves (sea) up to 0.5m
No surf
The Enclosed Sea Guide/ Instructor is for people seeking a professional certification in Enclosed Sea environments. The Paddle Australia Qualification Scheme (PAQS) course is the industry benchmark certification designed to meet the needs of the paddling Guide and Instructor industry for education, recreational and tourism sectors nation wide.

The Enclosed Sea guide is for you are attempting this course at Enclosed Sea Guide level, please visit this page for exact requirements of the Guide level qualification

Pre requisites: Participants knowledge and skills should be at the level of Enclosed Sea Guide. Plus to gain the qualification a minimum logbook is required, these requirements can be found in the Assessment Guidelines. Please pay particular attention to the logbook requirements that need to be logged in your Paddlelog
What Craft: This qualification is designed for Sea Kayaks only
Equipment: It is expected that participants will supply their own equipment including craft, life jackets, paddles etc and present as an Instructor with appropriate equipment ( First Aid Kit, Repair kit etc).
Assessment:
Practical: Completed through the training/assessment day
Quiz: An online quiz is made available to participants upon registration that needs to be completed prior to the practical program
Project: An online project is made available to participants upon registration that needs to be completed prior to the practical program
Assessment Guidelines - Enclosed Sea Instructor
Assessment Guideline- Enclosed Sea guide

Further Course Details:
Dates/Times: 9.00am - 4.00pm (APROXIMATE)
Area: Taroona beach, Kingston Beach, Tinderbox peninsula coastlines and the Eastern shore over to Dodges area.
Accommodation: Self accommodation or possible paid camping available at The Lea Scout Camp. Participants need to be fully self-sufficient for this
Course Numbers: Spaces are limited and at this stage to a maximum of 12
Instructors: To be confirmed (both sea assessors and instructors with Paddle Australia)
Participant Suitability: Inclusion in this course is dependent upon suitable prior experience and is at instructors discretion. Please see Paddle Australia Enclosed Sea Instructor/Guide Guidelines (linked above) to conduct a self assessment of skills and knowledge required to be successful in completing this course.
Participants are ti:
have prior experience paddling sea kayak in a coastal environment
have paddled a sea kayak in moderate wind condition 10-15 knots
ability to spend 1-2 hours controlling & paddling a sea kayak
ideally have understanding of basic kayak design and functions
ideally have basic knowledge or understanding of marine based navigation
ideally have understanding of marine environments and weather in relation to paddlecraft
ideally sea kayaked in group environment (as this is a guiding focused course)
Interested paddlers to provide a short summary of their paddling experience and competence
If you have not previously had formal instruction and are unsure whether you have
the skills suitable to undertake this course please contact Paddle Tasmania on education.tas@paddle.org.au
Potential Course Content:
revision of technical strokes
understanding weather interpretation
understanding and utilizing towing techniques
understanding and using wind and wave features to your advantage
improving stroke efficiency and placement
learning and/or improving edging ability
marine navigation
Self and assisted rescues
Risk management & safety considerations
Improvisation techniques for lost paddles/boats and equipment
Paddling Equipment Required: All participants should come fully prepared for
numerous swimming activities and ideally utilise a drysuit OR a full-length wetsuit
*Some participants who bring wetsuits choose to bring two so that they can swap a wet one out
for a dry one.
Essential equipment:
Sea kayak
Pfd
Paddle
Paddle leash
Spraydeck
Note taking ability
Drysuit or a full wetsuit (the later with ideally a drytop or a cag/spray jacket
Appropriate footwear for both paddling
Drybag for carrying essential gear/snacks/lunch during day trips
Personal medications/personal first aid
ALL FOOD AND WATER
18Oct2025-22Oct2025
Sea Instructor / Guide

Paddle Tasmania
- Course Information
- TAS
Sea Instructor / Guide
The Sea Guide/Instructor course is for people seeking a professional certification in Sea environments.

To fully enrol for this course you must register and pay through JustGo by following this link

The Paddle Australia Qualification Scheme (PAQS) course is the industry benchmark certification designed to meet the needs of the paddling Guide and Instructor industry for education, recreational and tourism sectors nation wide. The information provided below is for Sea Instructor standard, for Sea Guide standard please see the standard changes here

Who: The holder of this qualification has demonstrated the skills and knowledge to guide and instruct groups of novices on day based activities in Sea Kayaks in Sea conditions:
Outside of estuaries, harbours, embayments or other sheltering reefs or islands
Areas of exposed coastline that are simple, not involving overfalls or tidal races
Difficult landings or open crossings may be included
Maximum of 5 nautical miles from shore
Wind conditions below Strong Wind Warning (26kn)
Breaking (whitecapping) waves (sea) up to 1.5m
Surf to 1.0m
Pre requisites: Participants knowledge and skills should be at least the level of Sea Guide. Plus to gain the qualification a minimum logbook is required, these requirements can be found in the Assessment Guidelines. Please pay particular attention to the logbook requirements that need to be logged in your Paddlelog

What Craft: This qualification is designed for Sea Kayaks only

Equipment: It is expected that participants will supply their own equipment including craft, life jackets, paddles etc and present as a Guide/Instructor with appropriate equipment ( First Aid Kit, Repair kit etc).

Assessment:
Practical: Completed through the training/assessment day
Quiz: An online quiz is made available to participants upon registration that MUST to be completed PRIOR to the practical program
Project: An online project is made available to participants upon registration that MUST to be completed PRIOR to the practical program
Assessment guidelines can be found here
Please ensure you review these to gain an understanding of the knowledge and skills that will be covered during the course.

THE COURSE:

Accommodation: Self accommodation or possible paid camping available at The Lea Scout Camp. Participants need to be fully self-sufficient for this. It is likely that one or two nights will be expedition style kayaking, so participants will need their own expedition gear.
Course Numbers: Spaces are limited and at this stage to a maximum of 8
participants
Instructors: NATE WELCH (Paddle Australia SEA ASSESSOR )
Participant Suitability: Inclusion in this course is dependent upon suitable prior
experience and is at instructors discretion. Please see Paddle Australia Sea Instructor/Guide Guidelines to conduct a self assessment of skills and knowledge required to be successful in completing this course.
Gear: Participants will need to provide their own gear
Locations: Locations are likely to be in the Hobart Area with expeditions happening at the Tasman Peninsula, Maria or Bruny Island. All condition dependant and will be confirmed at a later date.
Start: Time: 9am. Exact location to be decided closer to the time due to conditions.
08Nov2025-09Nov2025
Whitewater Rescue Level 2 - Mersey

Paddle Tasmania
- Course Information
- TAS
Whitewater Rescue Level 2 - Mersey
Mersey River Tasmania: https://maps.app.goo.gl/TwV6SeJS7HTE9baV6
Start time: 9am
$504 Non Member
$451.50 Paddle Tas or Club Member
In order to pay for this course you must register through JustGo by following this LINK
Paddle Tasmania will conduct a Whitewater River Rescue Course at the Mersey River.
This course is suitable for people with some experience in paddling whitewater - Grade 2 and above.
Assessment for the Paddle Australia Whitewater Rescue 2 Award is possible during the weekend for an additional cost of $25, you will be invoiced separately by Paddle Australia for this once you successfully complete the course
- This course will cover the following topics:
- Principles of rescue
- Throwbagging: dry land
- Passive whitewater swimming
- On-water Throwbagging
- Aggressive whitewater swimming
- Shallow river crossing (Wading).
- Entrapment
- Risk management
- Knots
- Mechanical advantage
- River first aid
- Evacuation
- Towing for gear retrieval
- Simulated Rescues
Participants should bring:

- Kayak/canoe and all paddling gear including several changes of paddling clothing, wet/dry suit is recommended it will be cold!
- Throwbag
- Rescue gear that you normally take on paddling trips
- First Aid kit - waterproofed
- Food for the weekend
- Paper and pen
Accommodation will either be camping at the Berlin Wall or at the Arm River Camp - this will be confirmed closer to the practical course. Please bring camping gear in the case that the location needs top be changed due to water availability.
This course is a prerequisite for the White Water Instructor Training and Assessment Course.
To complete this course participants will need to complete:
Assessment Tasks:
You must complete a quiz BEFORE undertaking the practical component of the course.
You must also submit a logbook including:
Ten Grade 2 Whitewater activities of a minimum of two hours duration in varying river heights and locations.These MUST be submitted within 3 months of completing the practical course.
For more information on the skills you will learn and be assessed against please see the Paddle Australia Guidelines HERE.

GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT PADDLE TAS COURSES: Please read so you are familiar with our policies.
GEAR
You must provide all your own gear for all Paddle Tas courses. Often the instructors have geary ou may be able to loan. There are also some companies in Tasmania that hire gear. If you are having trouble providing your own gear please get in touch with plenty of time prior to the course.
ACCOMODATION
Unless otherwise stated accommodation will be at your own cost. If you are taking a course on the Mersey River, the Forth or an overnight Sea kayaking course these overnight costs are included in your course cost.
FOOD
You are to provide all of your own food for the duration of your course
LOCATION
This is subject to change depending on weather but expect no longer than a 1.5 hour journey from your original location.
CANCELLATIONS
All paddling courses are dependent on weather and conditions on the water. If we are unable to find a safe and appropriate location for the course due to conditions we will postpone the course to a future time. If we are unable to postpone we will cancel. All effort will be made to let participants know in the week prior to their course, however, last minute changes and cancellations can occur. If we cancel for these reasons we will offer a credit for a later course or a full refund.
Courses are subject to participant numbers, if we do not have minimum participant numbers then we will have to postpone or cancel the course. If we cancel for these reasons we will offer a credit for a later course or a full refund.
REFUNDS
If for some reason you are unable to make the course we will offer a
- 100% refund 1 month before the course start date
- 50% refund 2 weeks before the course start date
- 25% refund 1-2 weeks before the course start date
- 0% any later than one week before the course start date.

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Ongoing
Introduction to Coaching course (Online)

Paddle Tasmania
- Course Information
- Online
Introduction to Coaching course (Online)
Paddle Tasmania is delighted to deliver the Introduction to Coaching course. The course is designed to enable the beginner coach to gain their Introductory Coach qualification after successful completion of all requirements.
Costs:
PA paddle club and direct members: $50 program fee, $60 registration for 3 years
Non members: $95 program fee, $60 registration for 3 years
Introductory Coach:
The Introductory Coach works with paddlers who wish to gain coaching on core paddling skills.
The Introductory Coach would ideally operate under the supervision of a current Level One Coach or above however can work independently under the below conditions:
Conditions:
- Enclosed waters with no current and little wind influence.
- Hazards are minimal and there is always ready access to safe landing.
- Distance is no greater than 50m from shore.
- All participants are wearing lifejackets.
- All participants can swim.
- Participants have basic craft handling skills (e.g. moving craft forward and turning around)
- Ratio of 1:4.
To register in the program you will need to create an account in the PA Education system. This is currently separate to any club membership account. After registration, you will be taken to a landing page and receive an email with login details to the education site. Following this email you will receive details of the program link and login once PTAS confirms your membership. This may take up to 24 hours.
Completion of the PA online program is not all that is required to be registered as a Paddle Australia Introductory Coach. The following is to be submitted to PTAS : Paddle.Tas@paddle.org.au
- Completion of the PA online Introduction to Coaching course.
- Completion of the Australian Sports Commission Community Coaching Essential Skills Course
- Completion of the Play By The Rules Child Protection course
- Sign and return the PA Application for Registration form
- Note: For the above two courses you will be required to create a SportAus learning portal username and password.
- Current Working With Children Check obtained online from state government department (if over 18)
- 16 years of age or over Note: If you are under 16 you are still welcome to complete the online course however you will be unable to register for the qualification. Once you turn 16, PA will be happy to process your registration.
Ongoing
Introduction to Coaching course (Online)

Paddle NSW
- Course Information
- Online
Introduction to Coaching course (Online)
Paddle NSW is delighted to deliver the Introduction to Coaching course. The course is designed to enable the beginner coach to gain their Introductory Coach qualification after successful completion of all requirements.
Costs:
PA paddle club and direct members: $50 program fee, $60 registration for 3 years
Non members: $95 program fee, $60 registration for 3 years
Introductory Coach:
The Introductory Coach works with paddlers who wish to gain coaching on core paddling skills.
The Introductory Coach would ideally operate under the supervision of a current Level One Coach or above however can work independently under the below conditions:
Conditions:
â€¢ Enclosed waters with no current and little wind influence.
â€¢ Hazards are minimal and there is always ready access to safe landing.
â€¢ Distance is no greater than 50m from shore.
â€¢ All participants are wearing lifejackets.
â€¢ All participants can swim.
â€¢ Participants have basic craft handling skills (e.g. moving craft forward and turning around)
â€¢ Ratio of 1:4.
To register in the program you will need to create an account in the PA Education system. This is currently separate to any club membership account. After registration, you will be taken to a landing page and receive an email with login details to the education site. Following this email you will receive details of the program link and login once PNSW confirms your membership. This may take up to 24 hours.
Completion of the PA online program is not all that is required to be registered as a Paddle Australia Introductory Coach. The following is to be submitted to PNSW: coaching@paddlensw.org.au
- Completion of the PA online Introduction to Coaching course.
- Completion of the Australian Sports Commission Community Coaching Essential Skills Course
- Completion of the Play By The Rules Child Protection course
- Sign and return the PA Application for Registration form
- Note: For the above two courses you will be required to create a SportAus learning portal username and password.
- Current Working With Children Check obtained online from state government department (if over 18)
- 16 years of age or over Note: If you are under 16 you are still welcome to complete the online course however you will be unable to register for the qualification. Once you turn 16, PA will be happy to process your registration.
Ongoing
Introduction to Coaching course (Online)

Paddle Queensland
- Course Information
- Online
Introduction to Coaching course (Online)
Paddle Queensland is delighted to deliver the Introduction to Coaching course. The course is designed to enable the beginner coach to gain their Introductory Coach qualification after successful completion of all requirements.
Costs:
PA paddle club and direct members: $50 program fee, $60 registration for 3 years
Non members: $95 program fee, $60 registration for 3 years
Introductory Coach:
The Introductory Coach works with paddlers who wish to gain coaching on core paddling skills.
The Introductory Coach would ideally operate under the supervision of a current Level One Coach or above however can work independently under the below conditions:
Conditions:
â€¢ Enclosed waters with no current and little wind influence.
â€¢ Hazards are minimal and there is always ready access to safe landing.
â€¢ Distance is no greater than 50m from shore.
â€¢ All participants are wearing lifejackets.
â€¢ All participants can swim.
â€¢ Participants have basic craft handling skills (e.g. moving craft forward and turning around)
â€¢ Ratio of 1:4.
To register in the program you will need to create an account in the PA Education system. This is currently separate to any club membership account. After registration, you will be taken to a landing page and receive an email with login details to the education site. Following this email you will receive details of the program link and login once PQLD confirms your membership. This may take up to 24 hours.
Completion of the PA online program is not all that is required to be registered as a Paddle Australia Introductory Coach. The following is to be submitted to PQLD : eo.qld@paddle.org.au
- Completion of the PA online Introduction to Coaching course.
- Completion of the Australian Sports Commission Community Coaching Essential Skills Course
- Completion of the Play By The Rules Child Protection course
- Sign and return the PA Application for Registration form
- Note: For the above two courses you will be required to create a SportAus learning portal username and password.
- Current Working With Children Check obtained online from state government department (if over 18)
- 16 years of age or over Note: If you are under 16 you are still welcome to complete the online course however you will be unable to register for the qualification. Once you turn 16, PA will be happy to process your registration.
Ongoing
Introduction to Coaching course (Online)

Paddle SA
- Course Information
- Online
Introduction to Coaching course (Online)
Paddle South Australia is delighted to deliver the Introduction to Coaching course. The course is designed to enable the beginner coach to gain their Introductory Coach qualification after successful completion of all requirements.
Costs:
PA paddle club and direct members: $50 program fee, $60 registration for 3 years
Non members: $95 program fee, $60 registration for 3 years
Introductory Coach:
The Introductory Coach works with paddlers who wish to gain coaching on core paddling skills.
The Introductory Coach would ideally operate under the supervision of a current Level One Coach or above however can work independently under the below conditions:
Conditions:
â€¢ Enclosed waters with no current and little wind influence.
â€¢ Hazards are minimal and there is always ready access to safe landing.
â€¢ Distance is no greater than 50m from shore.
â€¢ All participants are wearing lifejackets.
â€¢ All participants can swim.
â€¢ Participants have basic craft handling skills (e.g. moving craft forward and turning around)
â€¢ Ratio of 1:4.
To register in the program you will need to create an account in the PA Education system. This is currently separate to any club membership account. After registration, you will be taken to a landing page and receive an email with login details to the education site. Following this email you will receive details of the program link and login once PSA confirms your membership. This may take up to 24 hours.
Completion of the PA online program is not all that is required to be registered as a Paddle Australia Introductory Coach. The following is to be submitted to PSA : sa@paddle.org.au
- Completion of the PA online Introduction to Coaching course.
- Completion of the Australian Sports Commission Community Coaching Essential Skills Course
- Completion of the Play By The Rules Child Protection course
- Sign and return the PA Application for Registration form
- Note: For the above two courses you will be required to create a SportAus learning portal username and password.
- Current Working With Children Check obtained online from state government department as per the age requirement in your state
- 16 years of age or over Note: If you are under 16 you are still welcome to complete the online course however you will be unable to register for the qualification. Once you turn 16, PA will be happy to process your registration.
Ongoing
Introduction to Coaching course (Online)

Paddle WA
- Course Information
- Online
Introduction to Coaching course (Online)
Paddle Western Australia is delighted to deliver the Introduction to Coaching course. The course is designed to enable the beginner coach to gain their Introductory Coach qualification after successful completion of all requirements.
Costs:
PA paddle club and direct members: $50 program fee, $60 registration for 3 years
Non members: $95 program fee, $60 registration for 3 years
Introductory Coach:
The Introductory Coach works with paddlers who wish to gain coaching on core paddling skills.
The Introductory Coach would ideally operate under the supervision of a current Level One Coach or above however can work independently under the below conditions:
Conditions:
â€¢ Enclosed waters with no current and little wind influence.
â€¢ Hazards are minimal and there is always ready access to safe landing.
â€¢ Distance is no greater than 50m from shore.
â€¢ All participants are wearing lifejackets.
â€¢ All participants can swim.
â€¢ Participants have basic craft handling skills (e.g. moving craft forward and turning around)
â€¢ Ratio of 1:4.
To register in the program you will need to create an account in the PA Education system. This is currently separate to any club membership account. After registration, you will be taken to a landing page and receive an email with login details to the education site. Following this email you will receive details of the program link and login once PWA confirms your membership. This may take up to 24 hours.
Completion of the PA online program is not all that is required to be registered as a Paddle Australia Introductory Coach. The following is to be submitted to PWA : education@paddlewa.asn.au
- Completion of the PA online Introduction to Coaching course.
- Completion of the Australian Sports Commission Community Coaching Essential Skills Course
- Completion of the Play By The Rules Child Protection course
- Sign and return the PA Application for Registration form
- Note: For the above two courses you will be required to create a SportAus learning portal username and password.
- Current Working With Children Check obtained online from state government department (if over 18)
- 16 years of age or over Note: If you are under 16 you are still welcome to complete the online course however you will be unable to register for the qualification. Once you turn 16, PA will be happy to process your registration.
Ongoing
Foundation Coach - Flatwater

Paddle Victoria
- Course Information
- Online
Foundation Coach - Flatwater
Foundation coach: (F2 - T1) Foundation coach works with paddlers who wish to gain an introduction to discipline specific skills. The Foundation coach is for coaches training paddlers for state level competitions.
Conditions:
- Conditions should be relevant to the discipline and within the capabilities of both the participant and equipment
Costs:
$40 program fee plus $0 registration (members) registration of the Foundation qualification expires at the same time as the Introduction to Coaching
$95 program fee plus $0 registration (non members) registration of the Foundation qualification expires at the same time as the Introduction to Coaching
Pre requisite: Paddle Australia Introduction to Coaching course
Program structure:
- 100% online
After registration, you will be taken to a landing page and receive an invoice via email for the program. Once paid you will be registered in the program.
Logbook
The following is to be submitted to the email below:
- Copy of your logbook showing a minimum of 8 coaching sessions under the supervision of a Foundation, Level 1 or higher Flatwater Coach together with a letter from the coach confirming your coaching efforts. Your logbook should include session details, information about safety issues, and an after-session reflection following discussions with your supervising coach.
Recommended:
- While a First Aid certificate is not required for registration, PA recommends that there is a responsible adult who holds a first aid qualification appropriate for the area of operation, along with a first aid kit for every program.
We hope you will enjoy this course and use it to continue on your coach education journey.
Ongoing
Foundation Coach - Flatwater

Paddle SA
- Course Information
- Online
Foundation Coach - Flatwater
Foundation coach: (F2 â€“ T1) Foundation coach works with paddlers who wish to gain an introduction to discipline specific skills. The Foundation coach is for coaches training paddlers for state level competitions.
Conditions:
- Conditions should be relevant to the discipline and within the cababilities of both the participant and equipment
Costs:
$40 program fee plus $0 registration (members) â€“ registration of the Foundation qualification expires at the same time as the Introduction to Coaching
$95 program fee plus $0 registration (non members) â€“ registration of the Foundation qualification expires at the same time as the Introduction to Coaching
Pre requisite: Paddle Australia Introduction to Coaching course
Program structure:
- 100% online
After registration, you will be taken to a landing page and receive an invoice via email for the program. Once paid you will be registered in the program.
Logbook
The following is to be submitted to the email below:
- Copy of your logbook showing a minimum of 8rncoaching sessions under the supervision of a Foundation, Level 1 or higherrnFlatwater Coach together with a letter from the coach confirming your coachingrnefforts. Your logbook should include session details, information about safetyrnissues, and an after-session reflection following discussions with yourrnsupervising coach.
Recommended:
- While a First Aid certificate is not required for registration, PA recommends that there is a responsible adult who holds a first aid qualification appropriate for the area of operation, along with a first aid kit for every program.
We hope you will enjoy this course and use it to continue on your coach education journey.
Ongoing
Foundation Coach - Flatwater

Paddle Tasmania
- Course Information
- Online
Foundation Coach - Flatwater
Foundation coach: (F2 â€“ T1) Foundation coach works with paddlers who wish to gain an introduction to discipline specific skills. The Foundation coach is for coaches training paddlers for state level competitions.
Conditions:
- Conditions should be relevant to the discipline and within the cababilities of both the participant and equipment
Costs:
$40 program fee plus $0 registration (members) â€“ registration of the Foundation qualification expires at the same time as the Introduction to Coaching
$95 program fee plus $0 registration (non members) â€“ registration of the Foundation qualification expires at the same time as the Introduction to Coaching
Pre requisite: Paddle Australia Introduction to Coaching course
Program structure:
- 100% online
After registration, you will be taken to a landing page and receive an invoice via email for the program. Once paid you will be registered in the program.
Logbook
The following is to be submitted to the email below:
- Copy of your logbook showing a minimum of 8 coaching sessions under the supervision of a Foundation, Level 1 or higher Flatwater Coach together with a letter from the coach confirming your coaching efforts. Your logbook should include session details, information about safety issues, and an after-session reflection following discussions with your supervising coach.
Recommended:
- While a First Aid certificate is not required for registration, PA recommends that there is a responsible adult who holds a first aid qualification appropriate for the area of operation, along with a first aid kit for every program.
We hope you will enjoy this course and use it to continue on your coach education journey.
Enquiries email: paddle.tas@paddle.org.au
Ongoing
Foundation Coach - Flatwater

Paddle Queensland
- Course Information
- Online
Foundation Coach - Flatwater
Foundation coach: (F2 â€“ T1) Foundation coach works with paddlers who wish to gain an introduction to discipline specific skills. The Foundation coach is for coaches training paddlers for state level competitions.
Conditions:
- Conditions should be relevant to the discipline and within the cababilities of both the participant and equipment
Costs:
$40 program fee plus $0 registration (members) â€“ registration of the Foundation qualification expires at the same time as the Introduction to Coaching
$95 program fee plus $0 registration (non members) â€“ registration of the Foundation qualification expires at the same time as the Introduction to Coaching
Pre requisite: Paddle Australia Introduction to Coaching course
Program structure:
- 100% online
After registration, you will be taken to a landing page and receive an invoice via email for the program. Once paid you will be registered in the program.
Logbook
The following is to be submitted to the email below:
- Copy of your logbook showing a minimum of 8rncoaching sessions under the supervision of a Foundation, Level 1 or higherrnFlatwater Coach together with a letter from the coach confirming your coachingrnefforts. Your logbook should include session details, information about safetyrnissues, and an after-session reflection following discussions with yourrnsupervising coach.
Recommended:
- While a First Aid certificate is not required for registration, PA recommends that there is a responsible adult who holds a first aid qualification appropriate for the area of operation, along with a first aid kit for every program.
We hope you will enjoy this course and use it to continue on your coach education journey.
Ongoing
Foundation Coach - Flatwater

Paddle NSW
- Course Information
- Online
Foundation Coach - Flatwater
Foundation coach: (F2 â€“ T1) Foundation coach works with paddlers who wish to gain an introduction to discipline specific skills. The Foundation coach is for coaches training paddlers for state level competitions.
Conditions:
- Conditions should be relevant to the discipline and within the cababilities of both the participant and equipment
Costs:
$40 program fee plus $0 registration (members) â€“ registration of the Foundation qualification expires at the same time as the Introduction to Coaching
$95 program fee plus $0 registration (non members) â€“ registration of the Foundation qualification expires at the same time as the Introduction to Coaching
Pre requisite: Paddle Australia Introduction to Coaching course
Program structure:
- 100% online
After registration, you will be taken to a landing page and receive an invoice via email for the program. Once paid you will be registered in the program.
Logbook
The following is to be submitted to the email below:
- Copy of your logbook showing a minimum of 8 coaching sessions under the supervision of a Foundation, Level 1 or higher Flatwater Coach together with a letter from the coach confirming your coaching efforts. Your logbook should include session details, information about safety issues, and an after-session reflection following discussions with your supervising coach.
Recommended:
- While a First Aid certificate is not required for registration, PA recommends that there is a responsible adult who holds a first aid qualification appropriate for the area of operation, along with a first aid kit for every program.
We hope you will enjoy this course and use it to continue on your coach education journey.
Ongoing
Foundation Coach - Flatwater

Paddle WA
- Course Information
- Online
Foundation Coach - Flatwater
Foundation coach: (F2 â€“ T1) Foundation coach works with paddlers who wish to gain an introduction to discipline specific skills. The Foundation coach is for coaches training paddlers for state level competitions.
Conditions:
- Conditions should be relevant to the discipline and within the cababilities of both the participant and equipment
Costs:
$40 program fee plus $0 registration (members) â€“ registration of the Foundation qualification expires at the same time as the Introduction to Coaching
$95 program fee plus $0 registration (non members) â€“ registration of the Foundation qualification expires at the same time as the Introduction to Coaching
Pre requisite: Paddle Australia Introduction to Coaching course
Program structure:
- 100% online
After registration, you will be taken to a landing page and receive an invoice via email for the program. Once paid you will be registered in the program.
Logbook
The following is to be submitted to the email below:
- Copy of your logbook showing a minimum of 8 coaching sessions under the supervision of a Foundation, Level 1 or higher Flatwater Coach together with a letter from the coach confirming your coaching efforts. Your logbook should include session details, information about safety issues, and an after-session reflection following discussions with your supervising coach.
Recommended:
- While a First Aid certificate is not required for registration, PA recommends that there is a responsible adult who holds a first aid qualification appropriate for the area of operation, along with a first aid kit for every program.
We hope you will enjoy this course and use it to continue on your coach education journey.
09Sep9999-09Sep9999
Foundation Coach - Slalom

Paddle Tasmania
- Course Information
- Online
Foundation Coach - Slalom
Foundation coach: (F2 â€“ T1) Foundation coach works with paddlers who wish to gain an introduction to discipline specific skills. The Foundation coach is for coaches training paddlers for state level competitions.
Conditions:
- Conditions should be relevant to the discipline and within the cababilities of both the participant and equipment
Costs:
$190 program fee (includes online and face to face) plus $0 registration (members) â€“ registration of the Foundation qualification expires at the same time as the Introduction to Coaching
$265 program fee (includes online and face to face) plus $0 registration (non members) â€“ registration of the Foundation qualification expires at the same time as the Introduction to Coaching
Pre requisite: Paddle Australia Introduction to Coaching course
Program structure:
- Online plus below:
- One day face to face practical workshop on 5th November at the Broken Bridge with lead Australian performance pathways coach Mike Druce providing coaching and assessment.
Logbook
The following is to be submitted to the email address below:
- Supporting letter from a club committee or state performance hub coach that supports the coach has coached a minimum of 8 training sessions as lead or assistant coach.
After registration, you will be taken to a landing page and receive an invoice via email for the program. Once paid you will be registered in the program.
Recommended:
- While a First Aid certificate is not required for registration, PA recommends that there is a responsible adult who holds a first aid qualification appropriate for the area of operation, along with a first aid kit for every program.
We hope you will enjoy this course and use it to continue on your coach education journey.
Enquiries: education.tas@paddle.org.au

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