AQ Outdoors / Aquabatics Calgary Ltd is one of Canada’s Leading Paddlesports Information Resources, Retail Stores, and Education Providers. We strive to provide the best service, courses, and products in the area of paddlesports.

For the 2027 season, we are looking for part-time (seasonal) paddlesports instructors to work in our dynamic and varied education program.

We are looking for certified and experienced flat-water and/or whitewater kayak instructors who are passionate about teaching. You also need to be stoked about progressing your own personal paddling and instructional skills. The instructional roles within AQ Outdoors best suit those who want to learn and share a functional and highly technical style of paddling progression.

AQ instructors need to be comfortable working with a wide range of paddlers, from kids to adults, recreational to enthusiasts.

SPECIFIC SKILLS

- A team player but able to work independently

- Keen to learn a technical progression and apply that in all programming

- Motivated to progress into more responsibilities as time goes on

- Looking to be part of a professional and highly motivated instructional team. This includes a drive to improve both personal and instructional paddling skills

- Outstanding with people and able to be a key player in developing long-lasting client relationships

- Have a positive attitude and a problem-solving mindset

- Experience working with different age groups (child, teen, & adult) in a paddlesports instructional capacity

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

- Provide Whitewater and Rec/Touring instruction ranging from Flatwater to Class III Whitewater (Subject to experience)

- Facilitate paddlesports programming with other instructors and independently (depending on the program)

- Assist in preparing gear for programming, as well as cleaning and packing up gear after programs

- Help maintain gear and do repairs as required





- Take part in ongoing staff training to ensure continuity and quality of AQ Outdoors programming

- Shuttle customers/gear to and from paddling locations, using company vehicles (including towing trailers)

- Must be able to work at least 2 courses per month (10 total for the season)

- Other tasks as needed

QUALIFICATIONS

- L2/I2 certification (we will do thorough staff training and evaluation in-house regardless of certifications) – OR EQUIVALENT

- Experience working with youth

- Any Sea Kayaking, Flatwater Kayaking or SUP instructor certifications are a bonus

- 40-Hour Wilderness First Aid (Needs to be valid for the 2027 season)

- Swift Water Rescue Certification

- Drivers License
- An outdoor education degree or diploma is a bonus.

- Able to work legally in Canada (Citizen, Resident, Visa etc)

SALARY: Based on experience and certification level. Range is $160 - $218 per day for full-day courses and $75 - $100 for evening programming.

BENEFITS

- The equivalent of 2 weeks’ holiday pay paid out on each paycheque

- Set schedule

- Ability to demo current gear

- High-quality continuous training within the company
- A long paddling season and amazing creeking opportunities in as little as 20 minutes drive

SEASON: Staff training starts mid-April and the season goes through to mid-September or longer. Must be able to work at least 2 courses per month (10 total for the season).

HOW TO APPLY:

Click Apply Now at the bottom of the page and fill out the application. You will need to attach a resume and cover letter (IMPORTANT, put some thought into this).

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BY E-MAIL: Please send your cover letter and resume to us via email at [email protected].

Please mark email: ATTN Jay Isaak – 2027 Instructor Position Application

FURTHER INFORMATION ON EMPLOYER:

BUSINESS ADDRESS: 5063 11th Street SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2H 1M7

WEBSITE: www.aqoutdoors.com

📌 Part-Time Paddlesports Instructor (Calgary)
🏢 Aquabatics Calgary
📍 Calgary