Discover Paddling is an Organizational Member of the Ontario Recreational Canoeing and Kayaking Association (ORCKA). At Discover Paddling we offer the complete range of ORCKA canoeing skills and qualification courses as listed below. Details of each course may be found at the ORCKA web site: http://orcka.ca.
Structured ORCKA courses offered include:
Basic Canoeing
- Basic Canoeing (Levels 1,2,3,4)
- Camp Canoeing Instructor
- Basic Canoeing Instructor
Canadian Style Paddling
- Canadian Style Paddling Level 1
- Canadian Style Paddling Level 2
- Canadian Style Paddling Level 3
- Candian Style Paddling Level 1 Instructor
- Candian Style Paddling Level 2 Instructor
Moving Water / River Running
- Moving Water Level 1 (Introduction)
- Moving Water Level 2 (Skills Development)
- Moving Water Level 3 (Expert)
- Moving Water Level 1 Instructor
- River Running Level 1 (Introduction)
- River Running Level 2 (Skills Development)
- River Running Level 3 (Expert)
- River Running Level 1 & Level 2 Instructor
Canoe Tripping
- Canoe Tripping Level 1 (Introduction)
- Canoe Tripping Level 2 (Trip Participant)
- Canoe Tripping Level 3 (Trip Leader)
- Canoe Tripping Level 1 & Level 2 Instructor
In addition, we will tailor training to individual or group skill and experience levels already held by clients. Primarily aimed at those not seeking formal certification, such coaching is individually designed for those seeking an introduction to canoeing or tripping or who simply want to improve on skills already gained.
If you are unsure of what training is best suited to your needs, or want a special training session designed for your specific needs we will be happy to work with you in its design and implementation. Courses will be conducted in a location and on dates that are mutually agreed upon.
Course Dates
If the dates identified on the individual course and trip pages do not fit your time available contact us to arrange for your needs.
Instructional Fees
Please contact us for a quote for your specific training needs.