Coaching Education


Community Coach (CanoeKids)

Coaching in the community stream is focused on grassroots participation and enabling others to enjoy a healthy lifestyle. Teaching enthusiastic newcomers can be a rewarding way to help others experience the joys of paddling by delivering an introductory program like CanoeKids or Pools in Schools. Sink your heart into managing a specific program like PaddleALL, Dragon Boat or Masters. This stream is an ideal starting point for new coaches to gain experience and they can easily transition into the competition stream if they so desire.
 
*Please note: We ask that all participants use a Google or G-Suite email account as all clinic material will be made available through Google Classroom.
 
Dates:
Clinic 1
-Friday, April 28, 2023 - 5:30pm to 8:30pm (Virtual)
-Saturday, April 29, 2023 - 9am to 12pm (Virtual)
-Sunday, April 30, 2023 - 10am to 2pm (In person at Burnaby Lake - Practical Session)
*Out of town participants (further than 1.5 hour drive) please contact development@canoekayakbc.ca to discuss other options for the in person training. 
Clinic 2
-Thursday June 1, 2023 - 6:00pm to 8:30pm (Virtual)
-Friday June 2, 2023 - 6:00pm to 9:00pm (Virtual)
*In-person portion is to be confirmed at a later date.
Clinic 3
-Tuesday June 20, 2023 - 5:30pm to 8:30pm (Virtual)
-Wednesday June, 21, 2023 - 5:30pm to 8:30pm (Virtual)
*In-person portion to be confirmed at a later date.
*Please note, 6 participants are required for the clinic to be offered 
 
Cost:
$200.00 CKBC Member 
$275.00 Non-CKBC Member

  

Entry-Level Competitive Coach (ELCC)

This stream is for coaches interested in working with athletes to help them reach their competitive goals. Coaches entering this stream typically have previous coaching experience or have been an athlete in the sport. Starting at the regional or provincial level, coaches tend to work with athletes over the long-term to improve performance. A coach in this stream could eventually become a National Team Coach working with world-class athletes who travel the globe representing Canada.
 
*Please note: We ask that all participants use a Google or G-Suite email account as all clinic material will be made available through Google Classroom.
 
Dates:
Clinic 1
-Thursday, May 11, 2023 - 5:30pm to 8:30pm (Virtual)
-Friday, May 12, 2023- 5:30pm to 8:30pm (Virtual)
-Saturday, May 13, 2023 - 9am to 12pm (Virtual)
-Thursday, May 25, 2023 - Time TBD (In Person - Burnaby Lake)
*Please note, 6 participants are required for the clinic to be offered 
 
Cost: 
$275.00 CKBC Member 
$350.00 Non-CKBC Member

  
Registration Process: 
Registration for all coaching courses will be done on the RAMP registration system. The registration links will be active soon and everyone will be made aware when registration opens. For on-line courses, there is a max capacity of 16 registrants. In the event there is demand, additional courses may be added. 

*If your club is interested in hosting an in person coaching course, please reach out to our Sport Development Manager at development@canoekayakbc.ca. Generally speaking, in order for the in person course to be feasible, a minimum of 6 registrants is required.