Level 1 - Online Companion
Level 1 Companion Course (Online)
Maybe you’ve finished your Level 1 course or took it somewhere else and want to keep growing. The Level 1 Companion is a self-paced online course that helps you revisit the foundations of sea kayaking with clear examples, diagrams, and real-world context.
This isn’t about checking boxes. It’s about building confidence, understanding why things work the way they do, and bringing more awareness to every paddle stroke.
What You’ll Learn
- Safety, balance, and boat control: the foundation of all good paddling
- How wind, waves, and weather shape your decisions on the water
- Navigation fundamentals: reading charts, symbols, and using landmarks
- Trip planning and judgment — what to consider before you launch
- Reflection prompts to help you set your own next steps toward Level 2
No certification. No deadlines. Just a structured, thoughtful way to strengthen your foundation — wherever and whenever you paddle.
- Navigation fundamentals: reading charts, symbols, and using landmarks
- Trip planning and judgment — what to consider before you launch
- Reflection prompts to help you set your own next steps toward Level 2
No certification. No deadlines. Just a structured, thoughtful way to strengthen your foundation — wherever and whenever you paddle.
Who It’s For
• Past Kayak Ontario students who took Level 1 before the 2026 season.
• Paddlers who completed Level 1 elsewhere and want to keep learning
• Anyone looking to refresh skills before moving on to Level 2
Access and Format
• Self-paced, online learning with lifetime access
• Works on desktop, tablet, and mobile
• Includes resources and links to Kayak Ontario manuals