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How to Choose A Great Instructor for You!

2/9/2021

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I have had another question to answer - “How do I pick a great instructor?” Well here are a few things to think about.

MATCH your instructor choice to your interests and goals. Seems obvious but maybe not. Where do you want to go with your paddling? Racing, touring, fitness, river, surf? Or maybe just get out and have more fun? Look for a matching background and matching vibe in your instructor choice.


I like to think about instructor PEDIGREE. Where did they get their training and experience from? Who were or are their coaches and instructors? Training. Certifications. Competitive backgrounds or paddling career highlights. And again look for that matchup with your interests.

And then there is the all encompassing EXPERIENCE. Paddling experience is one thing. Instructing, guiding and coaching experience are quite another. Look for both - but especially the latter. I have seen some great paddlers who are poor instructors and coaches.
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Reta talking Hydrology in her Final River 1 IT Mentorship with Neil

​One final word. Don’t fall for marketing hype. Claims about being “the best” or whatever, abound out there. Let the pedigree and experience of the company and instructors speak for itself.

Reviews and testimonials are definitely something to look for.

Hope that helps when you are trying to find or decide on a great instructor.

Author:
Neil Gilson
Paddle Canada River 1 and 2 Instructor Trainer
Coach and Mentor to CANRVRSUP's
​Head Instructor 
Reta Boychuk
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      • LISA
      • AMANDA A
      • AMANDA L
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      • Keanna N
      • Lelend N
      • Apply Now
      • EVENTS CALENDAR
    • Contact Us
    • RvR SUP BLOG
    • PODCAST INTERVIEWS
    • Testomonials
    • CANRVRSUP PARTNERS
    • WHAT SUP?
  • SKILL BUILDING
    • SUP Basics - Flatwater
    • Flatwater Skills for Rivers or Races
    • River SUP Intro
    • River SUP Next Steps
    • Whitewater Wednesday
    • You CANRVRSUP nights
    • Video Coaching with Reta
    • Private Lessons with RETA
  • EXPERIENCES
    • TEEN FLAT TO FLOW CAMP
    • Intro to River SUP Touring
    • SEND IT ECUADOR
  • INSTRUCTOR DEVELOPMENT
    • BASIC FLATWATER INSTRUCTOR CERT
    • ADVANCED FLATWATER INSTRUCTOR CERT
    • RIVER 2 SKILLS INSTRUCTOR PRE REQ.
    • RIVER 1 INSTRUCTOR CERT
    • RIVER 2 INSTRUCTOR CERT
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