Name: Paddle Canada Level-2 Skills - NS
Brand: Paddle Canada Level-2 Skills - NS
Price: 899 CAD
Availability: InStock

Paddle Canada Level-2 Skills - NS - 4 Days

Duration

4 Days

Location Nova Scotia

Activities Paddle Canada Skills Courses

Group Size 0 - 6

Difficulty

Intermediate - Level-2 The Intermediate level is equivalent to programming for Paddle Canada Level-2 Skills. This program is suitable to paddlers with a Level-1 certificate or equivalent skills. Some paddlers already with a Level-2 skills may take some programming in this level to further solidify and refine those existing skills to help prepare for more challenging waters. Paddlers must have a comfortable wet-exit and familiar with assisted and self rescue techniques. This level is the introduction to paddling in more dynamic ocean environments including introduction to swell, surf and currents

Paddle Canada Level-2 Skills Program

September 17-20, 2026

The Paddle Canada Level-2 Skills Program is designed to help paddlers build confidence and competency in more dynamic coastal environments while preparing for skills and considerations for multi-day trips. This program focuses on refining skills developed in Level-1 and introducing new techniques, including linking strokes into maneuvers, paddling in currents, swell and surf as well as an introduction to rolling. Participants will develop greater comfort and control in a variety of ocean conditions, enhancing both safety and enjoyment on the water.

With a focus on developing self-reliant paddlers, the course covers essential topics such as navigation and decision making, boat handling, rescue techniques in rough conditions, trip planning, risk assessment, and coastal weather. Paddlers will gain practical experience applying these skills in real-world coastal environments, building the foundation for more advanced sea kayaking programs.

This program is ideal for paddlers who have completed Paddle Canada Level-1 Skills (or equivalent) and are ready to take their skills to the next level.

For a full overview of the curriculum, see the Paddle Canada Level-2 Skills Course Curriculum.