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Course Flatwater Guide Assessment - SOT
Course Dates 07/03/2021 - 07/03/2021
Closing Date 01/03/2021
Course Information

This course will run, complying with Coronavirus conditions and social distancing.


Flatwater Guide  ASSESSMENT

This Course is for competent paddlers who can paddle as part of a group in flat in sheltered undemanding waters. In this course you will learn the skills and knowledge to guide others on flatwater trips in the recreation industry, organisations or Clubs.

This Course Summary is for GUIDES.  In addition, Instructors are required to demonstrate a high degree of leadership, instructor/training skills.

In a group, participants will work through structured practical scenarios to develop competence to:

  • complete a flatwater skill-set to effectively paddle safely in a kayak, and/or Sit On Top (SOT) and/or canoe.
  • conduct kayak and canoe activities including trips in winds to 16 knots in flat and sheltered waters for day and/or overnight trips considering hazard identification, risk management, local regulations, weather and AC’s requirements and safety guidelines.
  • communicate, lead and manage a group in activities across a range of prevailing conditions.
VENUE: Lake Parramatta - Illawong Drive North Parramatta

Resources and Guidelines 

In addition to the Guide summary,  participants who wish to become Instructors will work on scenarios to

  • conduct a flat water training course.
  • instruct others to effectively paddle the complete skill set to the standards outlined in the Award Handbook, in a range of boats and for varying conditions experienced in flatwater.
  • Evidence-Guideline-Flatwater-Instructor
  • Assessment Course  – $95 per person as part of a subsequent PaddleNSW group course.  You can undergo an assessment only after completing a PaddleNSW Guide/Instructor training course in the past year. Assessment to take place on day two of the next PaddleNSW Guide/Instructor course and  takes approximately 3 hours, although you are welcome to attend both course days at no extra charge. CONTACT education@paddlensw.org.au to organise.
  • Assessment for recognition of current competencies without attending a training course will cost  $445 per person with a $45 discount for members and will require an evidence based review. If a gap is identified an applicant will be assisted with a training program to reach competence.
  • Paddle Australia.provides the Award and the registration to operate as a Guide for 3 years.  Professional indemnity insurance is included in the registration.. Paid directly to PA on successful completion of the Award.
  • Extra Awards – $18 each. For those seeking Awards in more than one craft, e.g. Kayak and Canoe. For those seeking an Overnight Endorsement.


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National Training provider Paddle NSW
Email education@paddlensw.org.au
Phone 02-87361254
Address Sydney Olympic Park NSW 2127
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Course Cost $ 95.00

  • Assessment Course  – $95 per person as part of a subsequent PaddleNSW group course.  You can undergo an assessment only after completing a PaddleNSW Guide/Instructor training course in the past year. Assessment to take place on day two of the next PaddleNSW Guide/Instructor course and  takes approximately 3 hours, although you are welcome to attend both course days at no extra charge. CONTACT education@paddlensw.org.au to organise.
  • Assessment for recognition of current competencies without attending a training course will cost  $445 per person with a $45 discount for members and will require an evidence based review. If a gap is identified an applicant will be assisted with a training program to reach competence.
  • Australian Canoeing Registration – $170. AC provides the Award and the registration to operate as a Guide for 3 years.  Professional indemnity insurance is included in the registration.. Paid directly to AC on successful completion of the Award.
  • Extra Awards – $18 each. For those seeking Awards in more than one craft, e.g. Kayak and Canoe. For those seeking an Overnight Endorsement.
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Please ensure you have been in contact with Paddle NSW prior to registering for this course to ensure you have the appropriate skills and information to take part.
There will be a $170.00 fee to register your qualification with Paddle Australia for 3 years. You will only be invoiced for your PA registration once all requirements for the qualification have been completed and submitted to Paddle Australia.