INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL PROGRAMS

Capricorn Seakayaking have organised educational programs in Perth and throughout Western Australia since 1999 for International Schools, with clients coming from Hong Kong, Singapore, Bangkok and Perth.

We cater for ages from 10 year olds to adult learners. Our staff are experienced with working with young people, have Working with Children Clearances and some are qualified school teachers.

PROGRAM DESIGN

Program duration can last from one hour "tasters" to multi-day expeditions that can include environmental education and interpretation, and aboriginal awareness (delivered by aboriginal people). We are strong supporters of experiential education, and "challenge by choice" for individuals.

Capricorn Seakayaking can design a program with you, that can encompass not only sea kayaking but many other adventure activities and Western Australian highlights.

We start with your program objectives, dates, calendar/seasons and budget. Your program can be recreationally based, education focused, incorporate the philosophies of Kurt Hahn, Duke of Edinburgh expeditions, and the IB TOK and/or CAS. We also offer the opportunity for students to engage in community service with activities ranging from tree planting to monitoring coral damage.

OPTIONS TO CONSIDER WHEN DEVELOPING YOUR PROGRAM:

ADVENTURE ACTIVITIES

Western Australian has a huge variety of adventure activities such as; learn to surf, sea kayaking, snorkeling, mountain biking, cycling, bushwalking, caving, abseiling, rock climbing, canoeing, sailing, sand boarding. We have outdoor education industry peers; sub-contractors to provide "other" specialist services such as: learn to surf, caving, climbing, abseiling, sailing.

WILDLIFE INTERACTION

Western Australia has some unique wildlife on show and interactions for visitors, including; dolphin watching, swim with dolphins, dugongs, pelicans, penguins, snorkel with whale sharks, whale watching, cuddle a koala and watching kangaroos in the wild.

ACCOMMODATION AND TRANSPORT OPTIONS

Remote bush camping, campground, expedition camping (mobile), hostel/bunkhouse accommodation are all some of the options you may choose during your stay. We can assist with all aspects of travel within Western Australia.

ENVIRONMENTAL, SUSTAINABILITY EDUCATION & YOUTH LEADERSHIP

All our school programs have an environmental and sustainable focus.

Capricorn Seakayaking has co-developed an Environmental Leadership and Citizenship program with Millennium Kids a Perth based NGO. It is designed for students aged 15 -25. Carbon audits can be done for your visit.

ABORIGINAL CULTURAL AWARENESS PROGRAMS

We have worked with aboriginal groups providing cultural tours in Western Australia, past students have been stoked with what they experienced and learnt.

WESTERN AUSTRALIAN SEASONS & DESTINATIONS CALENDAR

OCTOBER – APRIL:

We offer programs ‘down south’ in Perth on the Swan river, Rottnest Island, Penguin and Seal Island, Lancelin, Jurien Bay, Walpole, Margaret River area; Blackwood River, Augusta, Hamelin Bay and Geographe Bay.

APRIL – OCTOBER:

We offer programs ‘up north’ at Ningaloo Reef/Cape Range National Park, Shark Bay.

SAFETY & INSURANCES

We take safety of all our customers seriously. All our guides are trained to Australian Canoeing Sea Kayak Instructor Award level, have first aid and water rescue qualifications and have Working with Children Clearances. Several of our Instructors are qualified teachers, including Hal Paine, owner/manager of Capricorn Seakayaking. We check any sub-contractors we use to ensure they are fully qualified and insured for their “activities”.

We have Risk Management and Emergency evacuation/communications plans for all destinations.

We have $10 million Public Liability Insurance and DEC Licenses to operate in Marine and National Parks in WA.

TESTIMONIALS & REFEREES

International School of Western Australia, Perth, WA
Contact: Jo Burnfield, Middle School and Camps Coordinator
Phone: +61 8 9285 1144
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Scotch College, Perth, WA
Contact: Shawn Brogden, HOD Outdoor Education
Phone: + 61 402 983 067
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University of Notre Dame, Fremantle
Contact: Duncan Picknall, Outdoor Education Lecturer
Phone: +61 8 94330219
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