Tuition covers instruction and course materials. We offer discounts to groups of 6 or more. ​ Required Materials The ACA membership is required for certification courses or assessments not skills classes, you do not have to take any tests. You may purchase a membership directly through the ACA website if you want to go further into the certification process. This cost is $40 for an annual membership. Become a member online before your course and retrieve your member number if you are getting an assessment.​ Required Equipment You must bring your own boat and equipment or rent. You can rent a kayak package from us, (kayak, paddle, pump, float, etc) as well as purchase certain needed locally. (tow belt, compass, etc) ​ During early season courses a dry suit or thick farmer-john style wetsuit with dry top is necessary. We do have dry suits available for rent, however we do rent 3mm wetsuits and you can usually double up on them.​  Lodging locally is Big Rock Campground or The Washburn Inn as well as the North Country Inn. There are also other inexpensive options for camping and local lodging available. See our resources page for ideas. ​ To Register 1st Read through the information via the ACA’s Instructor Resource Center.  Prior to course start we will send you the course packet which includes the course outline, your teaching topics, and other items to help you prepare.