03.20.26
Begin Your Adventure.
We connect diverse communities by fostering a shared commitment to safety and stewardship, and by providing opportunities for challenge, achievement, and fun through paddlesports.
ACA SUPPORTS PADDLERS IN MANY WAYS. HOW CAN WE HELP YOU TODAY?
Competition information and events, classes and instructor certifications, stewardship opportunities, advocacy for clean water and access to public lands, insurance for clubs, event organizers & others. We’re here to help.
News
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03.19.26
Earth’s Classroom Awarded 2026 Mike & Marge Cline Memorial Grant
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03.18.26
ACA River Kayak 2026 Instructor Certification Prerequisite Changes
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02.20.26
Volunteer for the 2026 National Recreational Boating Safety Survey!
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02.18.26
Instructor of the Month: Jeff Atkins
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01.29.26
2026 ICF Canoe Slalom World Championships are Coming to OKC
Upcoming Events
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Level 1: Introduction to Kayaking Skills Course
03.21.26 – 03.29.26
Kettle Moraine YMCA - River Shores 24/7 Branch, Village Green Way, West Bend, Wisconsin, USA
Level 1: Introduction to Kayaking Skills Course
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Level 3: Coastal Kayaking Instructor Certification Workshop (IDW/ICE)
03.26.26 – 03.30.26
Valparaíso, Chile
Level 3: Coastal Kayaking Instructor Certification Workshop (IDW/ICE)
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USA Wildwater Team Trials Race #2 / Red Moshannon Downriver Race
03.27.26 – 03.28.26
Grassflat, PA, USA
USA Wildwater Team Trials Race #2 / Red Moshannon Downriver Race
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2026 USA Canoe Slalom National Team Trials and ICF Canoe Slalom World Ranking Race
03.27.26 – 03.29.26
Riversport Rapids, Riversport Drive, Oklahoma City, OK, USA
2026 USA Canoe Slalom National Team Trials and ICF Canoe Slalom World Ranking Race
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USA Wildwater Team Trials Race #2 / Red Moshannon Downriver Race
03.27.26 – 03.28.26
Grassflat, PA, USA
USA Wildwater Team Trials Race #2 / Red Moshannon Downriver Race
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Smart Start for Safe Paddling – Canoeing Module
03.27.26 – 05.10.26
Gautier, MS, USA
Smart Start for Safe Paddling – Canoeing Module
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Level 4: Whitewater Rafting – Oar Skills Course
03.28.26 – 03.29.26
Harpers Ferry, WV, USA
Level 4: Whitewater Rafting – Oar Skills Course
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Ramp-Up to Runoff Clinic
03.28.26 – 03.28.26
Lyons, CO, USA
Ramp-Up to Runoff Clinic
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