Sport & Recreation
A course by
AdventureWorks
Gain the skills to safely plan, lead, and evaluate introductory sit-on-top kayaking activities on flat water, operating independently under indirect supervision.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
AdventureWorks Main Centre, Auckland

Graduates will be able to analyse kayaking emergencies and enact effective response strategies to ensure participant safety.

Graduates will exhibit required paddling and safety competencies needed for responsible kayaking activity.

This qualification trains individuals for leadership roles in outdoor recreation, particularly sit-on-top kayaking on flat water. Graduates learn to operate independently, emphasising participant safety in low technical yet dynamic environments. The programme covers planning, leading, and reviewing outdoor adventure activities, integrating cultural and environmental responsibilities.
What you need to know first
At least 40 hours kayaking using a sit-on-top kayak on flat water

Outdoor Recreation
Education
Sport and Fitness

Outdoor recreation leader
Kayaking instructor (flat water)
Assistant adventure guide
Sport & Recreation
A course by
AdventureWorks
Gain the skills to safely plan, lead, and evaluate introductory sit-on-top kayaking activities on flat water, operating independently under indirect supervision.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
AdventureWorks Main Centre, Auckland

Graduates will be able to analyse kayaking emergencies and enact effective response strategies to ensure participant safety.

Graduates will exhibit required paddling and safety competencies needed for responsible kayaking activity.

This qualification trains individuals for leadership roles in outdoor recreation, particularly sit-on-top kayaking on flat water. Graduates learn to operate independently, emphasising participant safety in low technical yet dynamic environments. The programme covers planning, leading, and reviewing outdoor adventure activities, integrating cultural and environmental responsibilities.
What you need to know first
At least 40 hours kayaking using a sit-on-top kayak on flat water

Outdoor Recreation
Education
Sport and Fitness

Outdoor recreation leader
Kayaking instructor (flat water)
Assistant adventure guide
Learners will be able to create detailed, context-appropriate plans for group activities, including logistics, safety, and participant requirements.
At least 5 sessions experience as a co-leader or assistant leader (minimum 1 hour per session)
Ability to lead kayaking activities in appropriate flat or sheltered water environments, such as estuaries, river deltas, lakes, coastal inlets, and swimming pools
Learners will be able to create detailed, context-appropriate plans for group activities, including logistics, safety, and participant requirements.
At least 5 sessions experience as a co-leader or assistant leader (minimum 1 hour per session)
Ability to lead kayaking activities in appropriate flat or sheltered water environments, such as estuaries, river deltas, lakes, coastal inlets, and swimming pools