Programming
- Summer camps are appropriate for ages 9-12, spring and fall programs are for youth 9+.
- Learn to Paddle Program is designed to be in line with Long Term Athlete Development Framework and principles
- Effective integration of games and skill learning
- Experienced coaches with extensive recreation and racing experience
- Returning paddlers will be grouped with the experienced FUNdamentals group if wanted
- Rainy/poor weather day indoor and dryland activities are incorporated as needed
Our Youth Learn to Paddle Program offers an all around paddling experience. Participants have the opportunity to experience all facets of paddling and become comfortable in the racing boats. On water activities include paddling in recreation canoes and kayaks, sprint racing canoes and kayaks (one, two and four person) the 14 person sprint war canoe, and 20 person dragon boat.
All programs take place at the Calgary Canoe Club facility.
Pre and post care available from 8:30am – 5:00pm under the supervision of our boat bay staff, must note on your registration form.
Prepare your child with the ‘what to bring check list‘
All new Learn 2 Paddle participants are encouraged to join the full-time sprint canoe/kayak program and attend our local regatta during the season once they have completed the introductory camp session.
Participants will be given information on these events as they sign up for Learn 2 Paddle sessions, please feel free to ask for further information prior to signing up.
Download Learn 2 Paddle Registration Form + Waiver. (PDF)
2019 Learn 2 Paddle Programs & Camps
Registration starts February 19, 2019
The Spring L2P is a condensed version of the summer program with an emphasis on introducing youth to the sprint canoe and kayaks. This program is great for youth with little to no previous experience 9 yrs +. We will start in the recreation kayaks and progress into the racing kayaks through the sessions.
Please note if you have participated in a L2P session or have previous canoe/kayak sprint racing experience you can jump right into the full time FUNdamentals Program.
Choose a program date below
Program | Days | Dates | Time | Space Available | Fee |
SL2P1 | Mon & Wed | May 22 – Jun 5 | 4:30 – 6:00 pm | YES | $175 |
SL2P2 | Mon & Wed | Jun 10 – Jun 24 | 4:30 – 6:00 pm | YES | $175 |
How to Register
Please download the Learn 2 Paddle registration form + waiver (PDF). Both are required. You are confirmed upon payment (cheque or via the phone with Visa or Mastercard).
Please either mail or scan and email the registration and waiver form to us.
Email: calgarycanoeclubinfo@gmail.com
Tel: 403-246-5757
Your registration is confirmed upon payment.
You may mail in a cheque with your registration form, pay over the phone with Visa or MasterCard or pay in person during business hours.