訓練有素的 ACA 教練A Trained ACA Instructor
恭喜您對美國獨木舟協會（ACA）教練認證感興趣！作為一名潛在的 ACA 教練，您在向公眾傳授划行技巧、環境意識、安全知識以及戶外休閒樂趣方面扮演著至關重要的角色。研究顯示，專業的教練培訓是教育課程的基石，您的培訓將同時造福您與您未來的學員。Congratulations on your interest in becoming an American Canoe Association (ACA) Instructor! As a potential ACA Instructor, you play a vital role in providing the public with paddling skills, environmental awareness, safety information, and a sense of fun and enjoyment in the outdoors. Studies have shown that professional instructor training is the cornerstone of educational programs and your training will benefit both you and your students.
ACA 使命聲明ACA Mission Statement
美國獨木舟協會成立於 1880 年，是一個全國性的非營利組織，服務於廣大的划行大眾。我們相信我們的角色是：Founded in 1880, the American Canoe Association is a national non-profit organization serving the broader paddling public. We believe our role is to:
- 為大眾提供有趣的划行機會Provide fun paddling opportunities for the general public
- 讓划行教育與教學更具可及性Make paddling education and instruction more accessible
- 改善所有划行水域的進出便利性Improve access to all paddling waters
- 將划行運動擴展至不同能力及弱勢族群Expand paddling to people of all abilities and underserved populations
- 影響與划行體驗相關的環境護理議題與公共政策Influence environmental stewardship issues and public policy that impacts the paddling experience
- 促進地方、區域與全國層級的划行競賽Promote paddling competition at local, regional, and national levels
核心組織單位Key Organizational Components
安全教育與教學部門 (SEI)Safety Education & Instruction Department (SEI)
負責促進划行安全與樂趣。從教練的角度來看，SEI 負責管理教練、維護教練檔案並確保政策的執行。Responsible for promoting paddling safety and enjoyment. From an instructor perspective, the SEI is responsible for managing instructors, keeping instructor records and ensuring policies are followed.
安全教育與教學委員會 (SEIC)Safety Education & Instruction Council (SEIC)
SEIC 的使命是制定和實施有效的划槳運動安全、教育和指導項目與材料，為公眾提供各個技能水平的資訊、培訓和服務。The SEIC mission is to develop and implement effective paddling safety, education, and instruction programs and materials, providing information, training, and services to the public at all skill levels.
教練發展晉升體系Instructor Development Pathway
教練Instructor
授課予一般大眾Teaches General Public
教練培訓師 (IT)Instructor Trainer
認證並培訓教練Trains & Certifies Instructors
培訓導師 (ITE)IT Educator
培訓教練培訓師候選人Trains IT Candidates
* 註：認證級別與維護要求各學科有所不同。* Note: Requirements vary by discipline.
歷史與傳統History and Tradition
ACA 是美國划槳運動教育與指導領域公認的領導者。目前全美有超過 7,000 名認證教練與 300 名教練培訓師。每年有超過 80 萬人次透過 ACA 課程體驗安全且愉快的水上活動。The ACA is the nationally recognized leader in the field of paddlesport education and instruction. There are over 7,000 certified instructors and 300 instructor trainers. Each year, over 800,000 people have a safe and enjoyable experience on the water through ACA programs.
「教育重於管制」“Education, Not Regulation”
這是 ACA 長期以來秉持的核心理念。我們相信教育是安全划槳與行為的根基，能有效減少水上意外的發生。This is the long-standing philosophy of the ACA. We believe education is fundamental and provides the basis for safe boating, paddling, and behavior.
合作夥伴與安全性Partnerships for Safety
- 與美國海岸防衛隊 (USCG) 合作開發安全資訊Collaboration with USCG to develop safety information
- 與 NASBLA 合作推廣划船法規與教育Partnering with NASBLA for boating laws and education
- 與各州政府機構共同維護水域安全Working with state agencies to maintain water safety