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The NZKI has been formed in response to a growing need in the Kayaking Industry to have more people with Kayaking qualifications and to encourage more kayakers towards expanding their skills and knowledge to continue to increase the safety of our sport. 

The NZKI Award Scheme is structured around the assessment of skills and knowledge that is required for the type of activity to be undertaken by the Instructor or Guide. 

A star is awarded for each level achieved, starting off with the NZKI One Star for personal paddling skills and knowledge and moving up to the NZKI Five Star for an Assessor.