Instructional Courses
Professional paddlesport instruction accredited by the American Canoe Association. From beginner fundamentals to advanced certifications — level up on the river.
Courses
ACA Kayak
Instructor Class
Length: 4 days
Level: Advanced
Pricing: $650
ACA Packraft
Instructor Course
Length: 5 days
Level: Advanced
Pricing: $650
Alberton Gorge
Guide School
Length: 4 days
Level: All Levels
Pricing: $400
Swiftwater
Rescue Course
Length: 1 day
Level: All Levels
Pricing: $299
Learn To Series
Length: 2 days
Level: Beginner-Intermediate
Pricing: $375
Private River
Instruction
Length: Flexible
Level: All Levels
Pricing: Contact for rates
Minimum Age
Varies by course
Adventure Level
- Beginner to Advanced
Overview
Zoo Town Surfers is based in Alberton, Montana and operates under permits from the US Forest Service, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks, and the Bureau of Land Management. Our instructional courses range from a single-day rescue clinic to multi-day instructor certifications.
Pick the track that matches your goals — recreational skill-building, professional guiding, or ACA instructor certification.
Quick Facts
- 6 course tracks: ACA Kayak, ACA Packraft, Guide School, Swiftwater Rescue, Learn To Series, Private Instruction
- American Canoe Association-accredited instruction
- Courses range from 1 day to 5 days
- Multiple sessions offered throughout the season
- All course equipment is provided
What You Bring
- Sturdy footwear
- Quick-drying or breathable clothing (no cotton!)
- Swimsuit
- Sunscreen
- Notebook for course materials
What We Provide
- Kayak, packraft, or raft (course dependent)
- PFD (personal flotation device)
- Helmet
- Course materials
- Lead instructor
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