How to become a kayaking instructor?

To start your career as a kayaking instructor, you must have extensive kayaking experience and a passion for teaching other people the skills necessary for safely paddling on a river. Before you can show others the joy and fun of kayaking, you need to demonstrate your expertise in the field and gain credibility as a professional. The American Canoe Association (ACA) offers national certification programs that provide practical experience and teaching skills to prepare you for the duties of being a kayaking instructor. Courses cover a wide range of topics, such as simple rescue execution, the basics of tides and currents, and rules for paddling in channels. You also learn how to use safety equipment like a VHF, weather radio, or compass.