…is based on a points system – the higher an athlete finishes, the more points he will receive (see below for pre-competition standings). The athlete with the most points will compete at the Olympic Games in their respective event. Kayak heats commenced in the morning, featuring Evy Leibfarth and teammates…

The ACA Board of Directors, Safety Education & Instruction Department, and the ACA State Directors are proud to announce the current leaders of the 2022 Instructor Contest (as of June 30, 2022). The contest was initiated to inspire and encourage ACA instructors to conduct courses and introduce more new paddlers…

The ACA Board of Directors, Safety Education & Instruction Department, and the ACA State Directors are proud to announce the current leaders of the 2022 Instructor Contest (as of July 31, 2022). The contest was initiated to inspire and encourage ACA instructors to conduct courses and introduce more new paddlers…

The ACA Board of Directors, Safety Education & Instruction Department, and the ACA State Directors are proud to announce the current leaders of the 2022 Instructor Contest (as of August 31, 2022). The contest was initiated to inspire and encourage ACA instructors to conduct courses and introduce more new paddlers…

…or with assistance of a companion Manage personal mobility independently or with a reasonable amount of assistance Follow instructions and effectively communicate independently or with assistance of a companion Independently turn from face-down to face-up and remain floating face up while wearing a properly fitted life jacket* Get on /…

…roles, he strives to ensure that ACA instructors are recognized as the best source of paddle sports instruction. Brandon Slate – Buena Vista, CO As the owner of Rocky Mountain Outdoor Center, Brandon is quite submerged in the commercial aspects of paddle sports instruction. He is also very passionate about…

…fastest time possible. There are time penalties for touching or missing gates. The course is usually 200 to 300 yards in length. Slalom racing encourages paddlers to learn to control their boat on tight and technical rivers. There are two categories of canoes used in WWOC Slalom competitions: Recreational and…

…come together to serve on committees focused on different growth areas for the ACA regionally, such as regional competitions, regional communications, regional diversity outreach and more. Experienced regional paddling leaders often find a good fit helping serve on these RAC Committees to grow these opportunities for other regional leaders nationwide….

…be crucial in progressing the ACA’s commitment to overcoming barriers to participation in the paddlesports community. Welcome Lily, we are so lucky to have you as part of our team! Kaycee is our new Communications Coordinator. She currently lives in Colorado, where she has spent the past five summers as…

…making her one of the World’s Fastest Women in a Canoe. For complete Olympic Canoeing Results please see these Race Archives. Governance Sprint is governed by the Sprint Competition Committee (SCC). Learn more about the SCC, see its current membership, view the sprint racing rules, and read meeting minutes. National…

…compliance with regulatory requirements, including athlete safety guidelines mandated by USOPC and the U.S. Center for SafeSport. A successful board member at ACA demonstrates key characteristics such as integrity, respect, and a commitment to open dialogue and collaboration. Your ability to listen actively, engage in constructive debate, and seek outside…

The ACA Board of Directors, Safety Education & Instruction Department, and the ACA State Directors are proud to announce the final winners of their 2022 Recreational Paddlers Instructor Contest. The contest was initiated to inspire and encourage ACA instructors to conduct courses and introduce more new paddlers to safe and…

…the volunteer schedule. For event updates and further information click here. Draw & Results: Tuesday, April 23 Draw / Advancements Results Wednesday, April 24 Draw / Advancements Results Thursday, April 24 Draw Results For more frequently updated results: Download “Canoe Kayak Canada” iPhone app from the app store Download “Canoe…

To grow our community of paddlers, the Regional Activity Council (RAC) hosted a competition for instructors in all ACA disciplines who teach Level 1 and Level 2 courses. The goal of this initiative was to encourage our instructors to safely welcome new and prospective paddlers to the community by teaching…

…latest stories: Recreation New ACA National Office Staff, Members of the Board of Directors, and Athlete Advisory Council Representatives Recent State Director Program Community Success Stories This Year’s ACA and L.L. Bean Club Fostered Community Grant Recipients Education Brand New ACA Hand Paddling Program Recently Released ACA Level 5 Rafting…

…Directors Regional Activity Council Safety, Education and Instruction Council & Committees Competition Council & Committees Outreach & Events   Onboarding Resources: Staff Introductions Code of Conduct Conflict of Interest Community Guidelines Bylaws ACA Core Values Background Check Safesport Training   Other Helpful Resources: Training videos & documents coming soon!  …

…her debut season in 2019, her performance in posting fastest times in both the canoe and the kayak on Friday showed she had no ill-effects from the prolonged competition break. Her time of 85.44 in the kayak was more than three seconds quicker than the next best paddler, two-time Olympian…

…will feature a lot of depth and strong competition from a variety of nations. Reigning world champion, Nevin Harrison, will have the opportunity to race Canada’s Laurence Vincent-Lapointe, a six-time C-1 200m world champion. At the 2019 ICF World Championships, Vincent-LaPointe was scratched from the event the day before competition…

…cardinal rivers coming off the sacred Mt. Kailash in Tibet, running the Rhondu Gorge on the Indus while waging the most serious, and ongoing, battle of his life, a brain tumor. Champion: Tony Estanguet (FRA) Tony’s competitive accomplishments include three C1 Slalom Olympic Gold Medals, two Overall World Cup C1…

…adventure. That is the significance of challenge and the meaning of growth. “If we are strong, China will be strong; if we are independent, China will be independent. If we are free, China will be free; if we are progressive, China will be progressive! ” Today, the youth grow up…

The ACA relies on donations from individuals and organizations to support the pillars of our mission to connect diverse communities by fostering a shared commitment to safety and stewardship, and by providing opportunities for challenge, achievement, and fun through paddlesports. We are truly grateful for every donation, large or small.

…interests lie in policy and stewardship, education, finance, competition, or any other aspect of Paddlesports, we provide diverse volunteer prospects. For inquiries or questions regarding specific opportunities, please reach out to our Volunteer Coordinator, MacKenzie Holbrook, at mholbrook@americancanoe.org. Additionally, you can subscribe to volunteer communications via your ACA member page….

…safety, education and instruction, competition, stewardship and public policy, diversity, equity and inclusion, and recreation. The RAC seeks to enhance communication and volunteer activities that benefit the mission and values of the ACA. In addition, this National Activity Council allows ACA leaders to mentor up-and-coming paddlesports leaders in activities related…

…his community and stepped up to the plate with Sioux Empire Paddlers. Sioux Empire Paddlers now has over 250 members and has taught over 600 students spanning more than 50 events every year. Through the club’s nonprofit status, Mitchell was able to apply for and obtain grant funding to help…

Since 1990, the ACA has led the adaptive recreation industry through the of training instructors and program providers in the best practices of inclusive paddlesports. The Universal Paddling programs enhance the skills and knowledge of ACA Instructors and the general public by teaching how to outfit equipment and modify teaching…

…This event was especially impactful thanks to our fantastic instructors, Trey Rouss and Lizzy Gardner, who were both humble and committed to the comfort and success of each participant. Strong communication between everyone in attendance allowed the group to build lasting friendships. Trey and Lizzy expertly delivered the Community Paddlesports…

…Canoe Sprint World Cup on September 26th. Leading up to the September ICW World Cup, the big question for Nevin was: could she return to the scene of her greatest sporting triumph, carrying the pressure of being the best in the world, and repeat the performance? After all, she’s still…

Dear ACA Members, We are pleased to open the nomination process for electing the 2022-2023 Sprint Committee, Slalom Committee, and Paracanoe Committee! We are seeking the nomination of individuals who have been involved in these disciplines as a competitor, coach, official, event organizer, or volunteer. You may nominate yourself or…

A new study from the Virginia Tech Helmet Lab tested and rated twenty-four whitewater paddling helmets based on their ability to reduce linear and rotational acceleration of the head from a range of whitewater and paddlesport head impacts. Helmets were ranked upon a STAR evaluation system; those with more stars…

…participate in canoe, kayak, SUP, rafting, packrafting, or paddlecraft fishing. A condition of acceptance is that the recipient(s) will commit to giving back to their local paddling community. 2024 Timeline: February 1 – online applications open March 1 – applications close March 8 – recipients announced October 27 – all…

…bylaws. Over the next several weeks, the Board will share more information regarding ACA’s options for complying with the Empowering Athletes Act and will provide forums for member questions and input. In the meantime, please feel free to share your perspective and questions by sending an email to: feedback@americancanoe.org.  …

USA’s Youth Display Their Talent at International Slalom Competition in Slovenia While 2020 has unquestionably been a turbulent year for sports, four of America’s brightest young canoe slalom athletes put their potential on display at the European Canoe Association Open Slalom Cup in Tacen, Slovenia early this month. First-year senior…

Team USA Canoe/Kayak pre-Games press conference will take place on July 23 at 3:00 pm CEST at the Main Press Center in Paris (2 Place de la Porte Maillot 75017). Athletes attending the press conference: Evy Leibfarth Casey Eichfeld Jonas Ecker Aaron Small Participants and times are subject to change…

…general production model to qualify for the stock classes. Fiberglass/Kevlar/composite and wood-strip canoes will generally be included in the Unlimited classes. Both sprint and downriver competitions are contested on class II through IV whitewater for these two canoe categories. See the WWOCD competition rules for complete details and boat specifications….

Everything has led to this, and it’s just the beginning. Learn more about our athletes’ dreams becoming a reality as part of Making Team USA, presented by Xfinity at teamusa.com/making-team-usa The American Canoe Association and the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee have announced the roster of Team USA’s canoe/kayak slalom…

…Channel and select Get to install the app. Online, the best way to access the flagship video service offerings for free is at AmericasBoatingChannel.com. Viewers can still also subscribe at no charge to America’s Boating Channel on YouTube to access the service’s original award-winning boating safety and boater education videos….

The Olympic Canoe Slalom (CSL) discipline is a timed event where athletes navigate a minimum of 150m and a maximum of 400m long whitewater course through rapids and a combination of 18 to 25 downstream (green) and upstream (red) gates, of which six or eight must be upstream gates. The…

…event by competing in World Cups throughout the summer as well as training at the Lee Valley Whitewater Centre, which as built for the 2012 London Olympic Games. Fresh off her U23 World Championship victory a month prior, 20-year-old Evy Leibfarth threw down with the best of them, finishing 7th…

…a deserved space in our community,’ shares Risa Shimoda, President of the World River Center and Class of 2010 IWHoF inductee. “Paddling, competing, innovating and challenging our nations’ communities to come together to highlight the importance of these stars can play an important role in the interconnectedness of our countries…

…with the rollout plan laid out by the SEIC Standards Committee, Instructor Trainers or Instructor Trainer Educators may earn the Angler Endorsement via the completion of personalized virtual coursework (to include self-study of current fishing curriculum, submission of 3 teaching videos, online knowledge check/quiz passed with 80% or higher, and…

…more water than is possible. Sign the Gila River Conservation’s petition to protect the Gila River, and/or individually comment on the Draft Environmental Impact Statement. Providing an individual comment is the most effective thing you can do. Sign-on to the Gila River Conservation’s petition to protect the Gila River and…

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