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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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03.20.26
Indianapolis Canoe Racing Council Donates $32,000 to Launch ACA Sprint Athletes Fund Supporting Road to LA28
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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
Upcoming Events
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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 1-2: Essentials of Stand Up Paddleboarding Instructor Certification Workshop (IDW/ICE)
03.30.26 – 04.02.26
San Diego, CA, USA
Level 1-2: Essentials of Stand Up Paddleboarding Instructor Certification Workshop (IDW/ICE)
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Level 3: Coastal Kayaking Instructor Certification Workshop (IDW/ICE)
03.30.26 – 04.03.26
Long Beach, CA, USA
Level 3: Coastal Kayaking Instructor Certification Workshop (IDW/ICE)
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Level 2: Essentials of Kayak Touring Instructor Certification Workshop (IDW/ICE)
03.31.26 – 04.03.26
Sausalito, CA, USA
Level 2: Essentials of Kayak Touring Instructor Certification Workshop (IDW/ICE)
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Level 3: Coastal Kayaking Skills Assessment
04.03.26 – 04.05.26
Gènova, Italy
Level 3: Coastal Kayaking Skills Assessment
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Level 3: Coastal Kayaking Skills Assessment
04.03.26 – 04.05.26
Gènova, Italy
Level 3: Coastal Kayaking Skills Assessment
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Level 3: Coastal Kayaking Skills Course
04.04.26 – 04.04.26
Tybee Island, GA, USA
Level 3: Coastal Kayaking Skills Course
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Level 3: Surf Kayaking Skills Course
04.04.26 – 04.04.26
Tybee Island, GA, USA
Level 3: Surf Kayaking Skills Course
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