Take your skills and instruction to the next level!
Sea Trek is privileged to offer American Canoe Association (ACA) courses for paddlers, paddlesport leaders/guides and instructors. Whether you’re already an instructor ready to take your skills to the next level or a seasoned paddler looking to have your skills assessed by the ACA’s national standard, our ACA courses seek to meet your goals.
Which course is right for me?
This will help you choose the right class for you.
ACA Training & Assessments
Are you an experienced paddler who wants their skills and technical knowledge assessed? We offer L2 – L3 coastal kayak and stand up paddleboard assessments. You can view the assessment criteria on the ACA web page for each level and craft.
ACA Instructor Certification Courses
Looking to become an ACA-certified instructor, level up your current certification, or update your current certification? We offer L1 – L3 instructor certification courses for both coastal kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding. You can view the instructor criteria on the ACA web page for each level and craft. Please note: L3 coastal kayak instructor courses require candidates to successfully complete an L3 Assessment Course before registering.
ACA Trip Leader Training & Assessment Courses
These courses are designed for paddlers who want to lead and guide friends and groups safely in various paddling conditions. Sea Trek offers trip leader courses for levels 2 and 3 in both coastal kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding. You can view the trip leader criteria on the ACA web page for each level and craft. Please note: L3 coastal kayak trip leader courses require candidates to successfully complete an L3 Assessment Course before registering.
EXPLORE ACA COURSES
L2 SUP Instructor Certification Update Course
$250 / $200 for Ohana Members
Non-Members
This course is for existing L2 SUP instructors to update and maintain their certification.
L1 SUP Instructor Certification
$349
Non-Members
This course follows the American Canoe Association SUP Instructor curriculum and is ideal for those stepping up their leadership and teaching skills.
L2 SUP Instructor Certification
$499
Non-Members
This more technical course follows the ACA SUP Instructor curriculum and is ideal for those stepping up their leadership and teaching skills and pursuing a paddle sports career.
ACA L3 Coastal Kayak IDW & ICE
Starting at $300
Non-Members
Interested in becoming an American Canoe Association L3 Instructor or stepping up your leadership and teaching skills? The Bay Area is one of the best classrooms for developing skills and building confidence as an instructor.
ACA L3 Coastal Kayak Skills Assessment
$200
Non-Members
This course is for sea kayakers who would like to have their personal skills and technical knowledge assessed against a national standard
ACA L2: Essentials of Kayak Touring IDW/ICE
Starting at $399
Non-Members
The American Canoe Association L2 Instructor course equips you with the skills, knowledge, and leadership experience to effectively teach beginner kayakers in calm, sheltered waters.
