APA Membership

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The African Paddling Association (APA) is a non-profit organisation that represents the river industry in Southern Africa. Established to promote the status and interest of paddling tour operators and guides, APA serves as the unified voice of the Commercial Paddling Industry representing operators, guides, and instructors.

Our members consist of operators, guides, instructors, and other interested parties who share a commitment to safety, professionalism, and responsible river use.

As a collective voice of the commercial paddling sector, APA advocates for best practice, responsible river use, and industry growth.

With more than 70% of commercial paddling and water safety operators represented under our banner, we are proud to lead and protect the interests of this dynamic and growing industry.

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Representing the Commercial Paddling Industry, Operators, Guides & Instructor since 1988.

Members Benefits

Listed on the website
Permission to make use of the APA logo (registered and current members only)
Reduced rates for surveys with SAMSA
SAMSA recognition
SAAIA recognition and member discount
Affiliated discounts to members
Information on new developments within the tourism sector
World class training for water activities
International safety standards recognized
Part of our APA paddling family (like minded operators and industry professionals)
Join the APA WhatsApp group
Recognized by the public as the leaders and safety professionals

Membership

We have 2 categories of memberships:

Individual Member

Who can register?

Guides and other interested individuals

Member benefits:

Cloth badge to attach to PFD
APA logbook on joining
Discounts on training, gear & clothing at selected outlets
One annual and periodic newsletters in E-format
Website listing

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