New Paddlers - Intro 2 Sprint

Sprint Introduction Program

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Learn how to paddle the Olympic Sprint Racing boats and take part in a fun regatta. Paddlers will learn the basics of Canoe and Kayak: singles, doubles, fours and even the 15+ person War Canoe and Dragon Boats. Whats next, once complete you are ready to join the sprint team.

Prerequisites:

  • Ages U12 (as of Jan 1) and have completed the L2P
  • New paddlers age U14 (as of Jan 1) 
  • New paddlers age U16+ please go HERE
  • Red Cross Swim Kid Level 6 and or demonstrate equivalent (Canoe Kayak Canada Standard), link here to see lifesaving society equivalent
  • Paddlers are instructed to bring a full change of clothing, new paddlers will frequently tip as they learn to balance the racing boats.

Summer:  Mon-Fri, 9:00-4:00 

Jul 2-12 ($480) - 0 avail.
Jul 15-26 ($520) - 9 avail.
Jul 29-Aug 9 ($480) - 9 avail. 
 - closed Aug 5 

The July 20 Calgary Regatta is included for the paddlers in the first two sessions.

    Activities include: 

    • Introduction to racing boats
    • Water safety specific to racing boats such as tip, turn, tow
    • Skill development in racing canoes & kayaks (team boats)
    • Dry-land and on-water games
    • Morning Fun regatta and BBQ the last Friday of each session.

    Our goal is that participants will develop:

    • Basic paddling skills in all of our boats
    • Confidence on the water in various conditions
    • Teamwork skills
    • Learning to manage a little adversity as we realize the activities can be challenging for new paddlers.

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    Please only fill in the registration form if you intend to pay at the same time, otherwise your form will be deleted.