Whitewater Canoe/Kayak Guide/Instructor Training, Assessment & Rescue 2 Courses

Description

Become a Paddle NSW–accredited Whitewater Canoe or Kayak Guide/Instructor by completing all the key components of the qualification in one organised training block. Across six days, you’ll develop the technical skills, rescue competency, and leadership required to guide others safely on moving water.

Training Breakdown:

• 12 – 14 Feb: Whitewater Guide Course

• 14 Feb: Intro to Rescue 2

• 14 – 15 Feb: Swiftwater Rescue 2 Course

• 17 – 18 Feb: Guide/Instructor Practical Assessment

Choose the modules you need, or complete the full pathway from 12 -18 Feb 2026 to finish your qualification in one flow.

This structure allows you to take exactly what you need — whether you’re building foundational skills or completing the entire qualification.

What’s Included

• Canoe, lifejacket, and helmet hire for all training days

• Transport of all JOIN equipment during the course

• Access to certified trainers and assessors

• Clear guidance on the steps required for Paddle Australia accreditation

If you’re completing the kayak qualification, you can hire a kayak through our website or bring your own. BYO food, drinking water, and camping gear.

Assessment Requirements

To gain accreditation as a Paddle NSW Whitewater Guide/Instructor, you’ll complete:

• Practical Assessment – delivered during the final two days

• Online Quiz – available upon registration, to be completed before assessment

• Online Project – also available upon registration and required prior to the practical program

Location

The exact location will be confirmed closer to the date, based on river levels and recent rainfall.
All courses are held on sections of the Clarence Canoe & Kayak Trail, ensuring safe, suitable, and inspiring training conditions.

If you want to stay nearby/on-site during the course, you will need to book camping or accommodation at at either the Clarence River Wilderness Lodge, the Nymboida Camping & Canoe Centre or The Gorge station, once the course location has been confirmed.

Additional Notes

After completing the JOIN training and assessment, you will register with Paddle Australia to formalise your qualification.
Registration fees are paid directly to Paddle Australia and renewed every 3 years. Full pricing is available on their website.

Become a Paddle NSW–accredited Whitewater Canoe or Kayak Guide/Instructor by completing all the key components of the qualification in one organised training block. Across six days, you’ll develop the technical skills, rescue competency, and leadership required to guide others safely on moving water.

Choose the modules you need, or complete the full pathway from 12 -18 Feb 2026 to finish your qualification in one flow.

Whitewater Canoe Guide

Whitewater Kayak Guide

More info about the qualifications can be found here