The Multisport Grade 2 Certificate (G2C™) is a recognized certification program that assesses and validates the skills and abilities of individuals in navigating Grade 2 whitewater. Participants undergo comprehensive practical assessments and theoretical examinations to demonstrate their proficiency in safely and competently maneuvering through moderate whitewater environments.
2hr free Flat and Moving Water session in Auckland with every course booked!
Duration: 1, 2 or 3 days (you choose)
Overview: The Multisport Grade 2 Certificate (G2C™) is designed specifically for confident, experienced paddlers looking to demonstrate their existing kayaking skills without direct instruction. Typically preceded by our optional 1-2 day training course, this certificate ensures you are ready for multisport competitions such as the Kathmandu Coast to Coast.
Online-Theory training course components: save time and skip the in-person theory for more river time and skill acquisition by to the academia at home: click HERE
20+ years of coaching experience
Small-group focused learning environment
Structured syllabus tailored to multisport kayakers
Catering to technique-driven paddlers (e.g., sub-5-hour kayak splits)
Ideal for budget-constrained or weekend-only learners
Optional flat-water coaching available in Auckland
Comprehensive kayak assessment package
White-water technique
Swift-water safety
Boat control & edging
Paddle stroke efficiency
Rescue & rolling drills
Fast-track certification
Grade-two licence
Weekend intensive clinics
Elite kayak coaching
Multisport kayak school
Canterbury training
Kayak leg preparation
Coast to Coast kayak stage readiness
Longest-day race preparation
Race-ready training plan included
Gear hire & transport add-on available
Skill: ✅ Nature-based experience ✅ Physical exercise
✅ Excellent instruction ✅ Good company and community environment
✅ Instant confirmation email upon booking
Difficulty: Moderate – suitable for individuals with existing kayaking skills.
Accommodation: Usually at campgrounds with complete facilities. We offer optional Glamping; everything is arranged and provided.
Meals: Self-catered.
Locations: Locations vary based on weather conditions and participant preferences. We primarily utilise rivers including:
🚩Mohaka River (Napier) 🚩Waioeka River (Opotiki) 🚩Rangitikei River (Taihape) 🚩 Waikato (Taupo) 🚩 Rangitaikei (Rotorua) 🚩 Whanganui (Taumarunui)
🚩 Tongariro (Turangi)
Beyond the Grade 2 Certificate: Achieving your Grade 2 Certificate (G2C™) opens opportunities for further kayaking adventures, including:
Advanced white-water kayak stages
Multisport races and raft tours
Continuous skill enhancement and refreshers
Better Lines and Faster Times: Our innovative program is ideal for paddlers seeking performance improvements or preparation for the Kathmandu Coast to Coast multisport race. Whether you’re new to kayaking or aiming to perfect your competitive edge, our intensive training program ensures you achieve your best performance.
Social Nature Movement are authorised assessors in Auckland for the Kathmandu Coast to Coast World Multi-Sport Championships. We deliver the North Island’s most comprehensive Grade 2 Certificate (G2C™) training package, designed to develop safe, self-sufficient paddlers ready for multisport events.
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1.1 Identifies and responds appropriately to Grade 2 river features. Eddylines, wave trains, holes, buffer waves, bluffs, side currents and boils.
1.2 Identifies and demonstrates paddling safe and efficient lines.
1.3 Demonstrates efficient and effective forward paddling.
1.4 Demonstrates efficient and effective forward and reverse sweep strokes. Remains balanced.
1.5 Demonstrates effective low brace. Can right self from tipping point. Can use appropriately while paddling in rapid.
1.6 Demonstrates breaking in and out of eddies. Can hold desired line. Remains balanced.
1.7 Demonstrates ferry gliding. Can hold desired line. Remains balanced.
2.1 Understands correct use of personal kayaking and safety equipment. Can identify appropriate and inappropriate equipment. Including kayak, PFD, helmet, thermals, paddle, spraydeck.
2.2 Recognises and understands hazards associated with kayaking, including broaching, strainers and foot entrapment. The appropriate actions required to avoid or deal with these hazards are described and/or demonstrated.
2.3 Demonstrates self-rescue with kayak and gear. Candidate capsizes, stays calm, gathers equipment and efficiently moves to bank. Empties boat and paddling again within efficient timeframe.
2.4 Demonstrates safe rapid float position (on back, feet first, feet up etc).
2.5 Demonstrates assertive white water swimming across wave train and eddyline.
2.6 Demonstrates being rescued with aid of another craft (kayaker and/or jetboat).
2.7 Receives a throw bag as a swimmer in Grade 2. Correct holding of rope and body.
2.8 Can describe and identify, prevention, symptoms and treatment of hypothermia.
2.9 Recognises basic river signals and describes appropriate response.
All of the above is available to rent / hire or buy
It is shorthand for cubic metre(s) per second. That means there is – for example – a volumetric flow rate equal to that of a cube with sides of one metre moving past a stationary point each second. Data in units of cumec are used along the y-axis or vertical axis of a flow hydrograph.
Here is a CUMEC conversion for you:
1 cubic metre per second = 1000 litres per second
≈ 219.969248 imperial gallons per second
≈ 264.172051 US gallons per second
≈ 35.314454 cubic feet per second
≈ 1.305 cubic yards per second
To pass your Grade 2 kayak certificate in a day you will need prior experience and precise training to ensure that you can do all that is requried on assessment day.
There are a range of skills and knowledge that you need to present to your Grade 2 kayak certificate assessor. Once satisfied, they will certify you.
We have only ever failed three people for their Grade 2 kayak certificate. Genrally speaking there is a high Grade 2 kayak certificate success rate.
If on the rare chance you fail (we have a 99% success rate), then you are welcome back at half price.
September through to May are the most popular months to do ones Grade 2 kayak certificate. That is because of the warmer weather and waters.
You need a Grade 2 kayak certificate to compete in the Kathmandu Coast to Coast Kayak stage.
We select the best staff for the job based on their skills, knolwedge and experiences. They will be an SNM staff member or we will bring in support from equally competent contractors. Sometimes we also bring in (semi)celebrity guests!
