CanoeSchool
Canoe School is a collaboration between Paddle Manitoba and Manitoba Pioneer Camp to provide Paddle Canada certified instructor-level training and advanced skills courses. Each year, the school offers Intermediate Lake Tandem Instructor training and a second choice which can be an advanced skills course or an upper level instructor certification. The advanced courses vary from year-to-year.
What is Canoe School about?
Canoe School is about learning to teach canoeing. Students taking Instructor-level courses are expected to come with the requisite paddling skills for the level they are hoping to achieve. Successful candidates will be granted Paddle Canada certification at the level they attain.
Who should come?
Anyone interested in becoming a Paddle Canada certified canoeing instructor. Whether you are interested in being a professional canoeing instructor, teaching at camps or other youth and adult organizations, or work as a guide where clients may need professional training, Canoe School is for you.
When and where is Canoe School held?
Canoe School is held over the May long-weekend, starting on the Thursday evening and ending on the Monday afternoon. It is an intense 4 days of instruction. Manitoba Pioneer Camp on Shoal Lake has been the home for Canoe School for more than 20 years. Room and board are provide so students can concentrate on learning and paddling. It is an ideal arrangement at a beautiful facility.
