SKGABC Assistant Overnight Kayak Guide Course
Setting the standard in Sea Kayaking Professionals with the Sea Kayak Guide Alliance of BC
Our AOG course is a nine day program that can launch you right into assisting on multi day sea kayak expeditions! Starting with foundational skills that'll train you to become proficient at making safe responsible decisions. You will learn how to deal with dynamic situations and camp in spectacular places while embracing challenging West Coast conditions.
Whether you want to work as a professional kayak guide or enhance your knowledge and skills for yourself and community this program is right up your surge channel!
On this course we will become proficient paddlers in strokes, rescues techniques, navigation, group management, communication and camp craft. In addition we will practice leadership scenarios with dynamics situations, surf landings/launches and paddling in ocean swells. Get stoked on learning about weather, tides & currents, environmental + cultural awareness and getting amongst it while learning from our observations and experiences!
Learning can begin once fully paid and registered for our program. You will be given access to our online campus which will ensure that you have the baseline theoretical knowledge prior to the practical part of the course.
First four days, food will be your own responsibility
Last five days meals will be a shared responsibility in which we will assign meals one week prior to the course.
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June 22nd - 30th 2027
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Clayoquot Sound - Tofino
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$1885 +gst
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Requirements to obtain SKGABC Certification
*You may fulfill these requirements before or after taking our AOG CourseAssistant Overnight Guide: Certified as per Level 1 guide, plus may assist a Level Two or Three guide on overnight trips in Class 1, 2, and 3 waters. An AOG in direct communication with a Mothership Vessel may independently lead day trips in Class 2 waters only after logging 30 days assisting with another guide.
40 hour (five day) Wilderness First Aid or equivalent
CPR ticket (level C)
Restricted Operator Certificate (Maritime) for VHF radio
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➢ Quality instruction & demonstrations of all content needed for AOG written and practical assessments
➢ SKGABC Guide Technical Manuals
➢ SKGABC Membership Fees & Enrollment
➢ Permits + Camping Fees for entire course
➢ Group Camping Equipment (large tarps, rope, lantern)
➢ Group Safety Gear - First Aid Kit, VHF Radios, Flares, Repair Kit
➢ Backcountry Kitchen for the Group (days 5 - 9)
➢ 1 x 10L Dromedary (drinking water) per person + water filtration kit
➢ Tides & Current Booklets
➢ Online Campus Access
➢ If rented from us - Kayak, Safety Gear, Wetsuit, Neoprene Booties -
★ An open mind to learning new concepts and prepare to take constructive criticism
★ Chart Case & Chart #3673 - Clayoquot Sound (rentals available)
★ Food and Snacks throughout the course
★ Base Camp Cooking Equipment for Days 1 - 4
★ Ingredients for 2-3 assigned meals as we do group meals from days 5-9
★ Camping Gear
★ Kayak Equipment + Cold Water Immersion Gear
★ Compass
★ Log Book (Rite in the Rain Booklet + Pencils)
★ If you are bringing your own Kayak, please make sure bulkheads are water tight and hatch covers are in decent shape
Sign up for one of our other Guide Training Courses!
APRIL 14th - 18th 2027 - Quadra Island
MAY 20th - 24th 2027 - Salt Spring Island
The SKGABC Level 1 Kayak Guide Course is a powerful introduction to the professional guiding industry and awesome training to support you and your community. If you are looking into Sea Kayak Training for personal trips and experience, you are more than welcome to join this course as well!
Throughout this program you will learn proficient paddling techniques using strokes, rescue systems, group management, risk assessment, leadership & communication. Other skills we will cover are navigation techniques, weather, tides currents and decision making based on observations, information and interpreting the conditions.
Learning can begin once fully paid and registered for our program. You will be given access to our online campus which will ensure that you have the baseline theoretical knowledge prior to the practical part of the course.
Successful candidates become eligible to take the SKGABC AOG Upgrade Course to assist on multi day Kayak adventures in class 1, 2 and 3 waters!
The ocean and surrounding environment that we live in is a powerful place and deserves respect. We must observe, listen, interpret and make safe, responsible decisions so that we can give people positive experiences.
Payment Options
You can pay via credit card or e-transfer
To pay via E-Transfer you will need to select the Pay in Full option and apply the discount code ETRANSFER at the check out page. Log onto your online banking and send deposit payment or full payment to coastalcurrentadventures@gmail.com
Deposit amount for E-transfer is $210 (includes gst)
Balance Payment is due March 15th
June 22nd - 30th 2027
Our AOG course is a nine day program that can launch you right into assisting on multi day sea kayak expeditions! Starting with foundational skills that'll train you to become proficient at making safe responsible decisions. You will learn how to deal with dynamic situations and camp in spectacular places while embracing challenging West Coast conditions.
Whether you want to work as a professional kayak guide or enhance your knowledge and skills for yourself and community this program is right up your surge channel!
On this course we will become proficient paddlers in strokes, rescues techniques, navigation, group management, communication and camp craft. In addition we will practice leadership scenarios with dynamics situations, surf landings/launches and paddling in ocean swells. Get stoked on learning about weather, tides & currents, environmental + cultural awareness and getting amongst it while learning from our observations and experiences!
Learning can begin once fully paid and registered for our program. You will be given access to our online campus which will ensure that you have the baseline theoretical knowledge prior to the practical part of the course.
Payment Options
You can pay via credit card or e-transfer
To pay via E-Transfer you will need to select the Pay in Full option and apply the discount code ETRANSFER at the check out page. Log onto your online banking and send deposit payment or full payment to coastalcurrentadventures@gmail.com
Deposit amount for E-transfer is $420 (includes gst)
Balance Payment is due March 15th
May 26h - 30th 2027
If you are interested in June dates, send us an email to enquire about hopping on the tail end of our Full AOG Course (Last 5 days June 26th - 30th)
The AOG upgrade course is a five day program that can transform you from a Level 1 Day Guide into assisting on multi day sea kayak expeditions! Start with foundational skills and become proficient at making safe, responsible decisions, dealing with dynamic situations and camping in spectacular places while learning to embrace challenging West Coast conditions.
Throughout the five days, we will become proficient paddlers in strokes, rescue techniques, navigation, group management, communication and camp craft. We will practice leadership scenarios and dynamics situations, surf landings/launches, paddling in and open ocean swells. We get stoked on learning about weather, tides and currents, environmental and cultural awareness, and just getting amongst it while learning from our observations and experiences!
Learning can begin once fully paid and registered for our program. You will be given access to our online campus which will ensure that you have the baseline theoretical knowledge prior to the practical part of the course.
Payment Options
You can pay via credit card or e-transfer
To pay via E-Transfer you will need to select the Pay in Full option and apply the discount code ETRANSFER at the check out page. Log onto your online banking and send deposit payment or full payment to coastalcurrentadventures@gmail.com
Deposit amount for E-transfer is $210 (includes gst)
Balance Payment is due March 15th