All coaches must complete additional NCCP modules, including Safe Sport Training, to be eligible to coach at ADCKC clubs. Required courses are outlined on the Certification Pathways page. These modules are offered free of charge to Nova Scotia residents through Coaching NS, where course availability details can be found.
All coaches must also complete two EDIA modules through NCCP. Options include:
Anti-Racism in Coaching
Gender-Based Violence in Sport
Intercultural Skills in Sport
Understanding Teen Dating Violence
Raising Next Gen Men
Coaching Athletes with a Disability
Any questions regarding Coaching can be directed to Mark James, ADCKC Technical Director, at mark@adckc.ca
Entry Level Competitive Coach (ELCC)
ELCC, or Competition-Introduction, is offered in two Groups. Coaches are required to attend all sessions to obtain “ELCC Trained” status. To obtain “ELCC Certified” status, coaches must apply for an evaluation through ADCKC.
ELCC Training Course (all dates required for completion)
April 22: 7:00pm-9:30pm Intro (in-person)
April 24: 7:00pm-9:30pm (virtual)
May 13 & 15: 7:00pm-9:30pm (virtual)
May 17: 11:00am-3:00pm (in-person)
Workshop fee
General registration: $235
Provincial & U14 Provincial Team: $200.00
National Team Members & Alumni: CKC coach reinvestment fee (approx. $50.00)
Registration Link (Locker Account Required)
Optional Add-on: Fours & C15 Workshop
Dates coming soon
Workshop fee
General registration: $30.00
Provincial & U14 Provincial Team: $20.00
National Team Members & Alumni: Free
Registration Link (Locker Account Required)
CanoeKids (Community Introduction)
CanoeKids is the minimum coaching training required to coach at an ADCKC or CKC Member Club. CanoeKids trained coaches are not eligible to coach or captain C15s at CKC-sanctioned competitions (i.e. National Team Trials, Canada Cup, or Nationals).
CanoeKids Workshop
June 7 - 9:00am-3:00pm
Workshop fee
General registration: $185.00
Provincial & U14 Provincial Team: $125.00
National Team Members & Alumni: CKC coach reinvestment fee (approx. $30.00)
Registration Link (Locker Account Required)
Competition Development Evaluation
Competition Development training is provided annually by Canoe Kayak Canada, starting in Fall. Coaches seeking nomination to Canada Games or National Team opportunities must be Competition Development Trained.
ADCKC can facilitate in-training, in-competition, and portfolio evaluations once coaches have completed all Competition Development training requirements. Please contact Mark at mark@adckc.ca or Mike at mikekerrivan@adckc.ca for more information to start your evaluation process.