Teaching and Instruction Resources

Discover instructional frameworks, feedback tools, and inclusive teaching resources for outdoor educators.

• Adaptive Paddling and Inclusive Instruction
• Attributes of a Paddle Canada Instructor
• Cultural and Land Acknowledgement Resources
• Expedition Behaviour Resources
• Instructional Frameworks for Adult Outdoor Education
• Outdoor Leadership Resources
• Sustainable Camping and Paddling Resources
• Tips and Resources for Providing Feedback

Access risk assessment frameworks, water classification guides, and incident debriefing resources.

• Water Classification for Lakes and Oceans
• Water Classification for Rivers
• Risk Assessment and Mitigation Frameworks
• Crisis Management Resources

Explore teaching notes, games, and supporting materials for delivering Paddle Canada canoe programs.

• Canoeing General Teaching Resources, Checklists, and Forms
• Teaching Notes and Resources for Big Canoe Courses
• Teaching Notes and Resources for Style Canoe Courses
• Teaching Notes and Resources for Canoe Poling
• Canoe Games
• History and Heritage Resources
• Make Your Own Canoe Pole

Find assessment forms, rolling resources, and teaching aids for Paddle Canada river kayak courses.

• River Kayaking Assessment Forms
• Kayak Rolling Resources

Explore skills checklists, assessment forms, and reference materials for Paddle Canada sea kayak courses.

• Sea Kayak Skills Checklists and Assessment Forms
• Kayaking Games and Activities
• General Kayak and Paddling Books

Find skills checklists and assessment forms for Paddle Canada stand up paddleboard programs.

• Stand Up Paddleboard Skills Checklists and Assessment Forms

Review Transport Canada small vessel regulations and safety briefing topics relevant to all paddling disciplines.

• Key Safety Briefing Information
• Summary of Transport Canada Regulations