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Welcome to Canoe Kayak BC Coach Education Registration!
Coaching is a profoundly impactful way to contribute to the world of sports, offering a gateway to empowerment, skill development, and personal growth. As a coach, you have the unique opportunity to guide athletes through challenges, celebrate their successes, and foster a lifelong love for canoe kayak.
Join us in this rewarding journey as we provide you with the tools, knowledge, and support to become a catalyst for positive change in the lives of aspiring paddlers. Together, let's embark on a path that not only shapes athletes but also shapes the future of our sport.
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.
Also included in the Community Coach stream is the addition of the CKBC Surfski and SUP modules. These modules are available at no charge for those who complete the Community Coach workshop.
Community Coach candidates must also take the following NCCP multi-sport courses to be Community Coach certified:
1. Making Ethical Decisions
(offered through viaSport)2. Safe Sport Training
(offered through the CAC Locker)3. Emergency Action Planning
(offered through the CAC Locker)
IMPORTANT: Coaches are not certified until they have completed all their NCCP multisport courses.
Dates For Clinic 1:
- March 9, 2026 (Virtual Theory) from 7:30 pm to 9 pm
- March 12, 2026 (Virtual Theory) from 7:30 pm to 9 pm
- March 14, 2026 (In Person Evaluation at Burnaby Lake) from 12 pm to 4 pm
* Times are subject to change based on facilitator availability
* Alternate in-person evaluation locations can be arranged based on facilitator availability
* Please note, 6 participants are required for the clinic to be offered
Community Coach (Canoe Kids) Clinic 1 - CKBC MEMBERS
$260.00
This is a Tryout Package. It will not initiate a Home Club Transfer.
This registration is for members of a Canoe Kayak BC (CKBC) affiliated club only.
REGISTER NOWCommunity Coach (Canoe Kids) Clinic 1 - NON-CKBC MEMBERS
$300.00
This is a Tryout Package. It will not initiate a Home Club Transfer.
This registration is for individuals who are NOT a member of a CKBC affiliated club.
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Dates for Clinic 2
- April 15, 2026 (Virtual Theory) from 7:30 pm to 9 pm
- April 16, 2026 (Virtual Theory) from 7:30 pm to 9 pm
- April 19, 2026 (In Person Evaluation at Burnaby Lake) from 12 pm to 4 pm
* Times are subject to change based on facilitator availability
* Alternate in-person evaluation locations can be arranged based on facilitator availability
* Please note, 6 participants are required for the clinic to be offered
Community Coach (Canoe Kids) Clinic 2 - CKBC MEMBERS
$260.00
This is a Tryout Package. It will not initiate a Home Club Transfer.
This registration is for members of a Canoe Kayak BC (CKBC) affiliated club only.
REGISTER NOWCommunity Coach (Canoe Kids) Clinic 2 - NON-CKBC MEMBERS
$300.00
This is a Tryout Package. It will not initiate a Home Club Transfer.
This registration is for individuals who are NOT a member of a CKBC affiliated club.
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Dates For Clinic 3
- June 1, 2026 (Virtual Theory) from 7:30 pm to 9 pm
- June 4, 2026 (Virtual Theory) from 7:30 pm to 9 pm
- April 19, 2026 (In Person Evaluation at Burnaby Lake) from 12 pm to 4 pm
* Times are subject to change based on facilitator availability
* Alternate in-person evaluation locations can be arranged based on facilitator availability
* Please note, 6 participants are required for the clinic to be offered
Community Coach (Canoe Kids) Clinic 3 - CKBC MEMBERS
$260.00
This is a Tryout Package. It will not initiate a Home Club Transfer.
This registration is for members of a Canoe Kayak BC (CKBC) affiliated club only.
REGISTER NOWCommunity Coach (Canoe Kids) Clinic 3 - NON-CKBC MEMBERS
$300.00
This is a Tryout Package. It will not initiate a Home Club Transfer.
This registration is for individuals who are NOT a member of a CKBC affiliated club.
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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.
In CKBC's commitment to coach education all CKBC members taking the ELCC workshop will have access to mentorship with CKBC's Provincial Coach as part of the ELCC program.
ELCC candidates must also take the following NCCP multisport courses to be ELCC certified:
1. Making Ethical Decisions
(offered through viaSport)2. Plan a Practice
(offered through the CAC Locker)3. Sport Nutrition
(offered through the CAC Locker)4. Teaching and Learning
(offered through the CAC Locker)5. Safe Sport Training
(offered through the CAC Locker)6. Emergency Action Planning
(offered through the CAC Locker)
IMPORTANT: Coaches are not certified until they have completed all their NCCP multi-sport courses and complete an in-person/video evaluation. The evaluation will take place separately and arranged by the coach candidate.
*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:
- Session 1: February 23, 2026 (Virtual Theory) from 7 pm to 9 pm
- Session 2: February 26, 2026 (Virtual Theory) from 7 pm to 9 pm
- Session 3: Coach presentations/discussion (based on coaches availability)
* Times are subject to change based on facilitator availability
* Please note: 2 participants are required for the clinic to be offered
Dates:
- Session 1: May 11, 2026 (Virtual Theory) from 7 pm to 9 pm
- Session 2: May 14, 2026 (Virtual Theory) from 7 pm to 9 pm
- Session 3: Coach presentations/discussion (based on coaches availability)
* Times are subject to change based on facilitator availability
* Please note: 2 participants are required for the clinic to be offered
Entry-Level Competitive Coach (ELCC) Clinic 2 - CKBC MEMBERS
$395.00
This is a Tryout Package. It will not initiate a Home Club Transfer.
This registration is for members of a Canoe Kayak BC (CKBC) affiliated club only.
REGISTER NOWEntry-Level Competitive Coach (ELCC) Clinic 1 - CKBC NON-MEMBERS
$425.00
This is a Tryout Package. It will not initiate a Home Club Transfer.
This registration is for individuals who are NOT a member of a CKBC affiliated club.
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