COME JOIN THE FUN! COME LEARN TO PADDLE! COME MAKE NEW FRIENDS!
Athletes in this group will be introduced to the sport of paddling in a fun and involved way, and be given an opportunity to pursue the sport of sprint canoe/kayak! Paddlers will learn all the basic skills to join the competitive team, or enjoy a day on the water at the family cottage! Experience single, double and four person racing canoes and kayaks; The 15 person Canadian War Canoe and the 10- or 20-person dragon boat. Each camp will end with a fun regatta where athletes show off all the new skills with their canoe club buddies.
Ages: U10-U13
Frequency: 5 practices per week:
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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Saturday
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Sunday
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Session Date: 1 week sessions: Sessions start June 27th 2022 - August 19th 2022
Breakdown of activity: 90% paddle, 5% fitness, 5% coordination, 100% FUN!
LTAD stage: FUNdamentals, Learning to Train
Outcomes:
- Balance and On-Water Coordination
- Basic Canoe and Kayak Strokes
- On-Water Safety
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Fitness and Flexibility
- A REALLY FUN TIME!
For the safety and enjoyment of all participants, athletes must have a minimum Red Cross Swim Kids Level 3 competency. Please see the Red Cross Swimming Guides for more information.
Group will be capped at 10 and need a minimum of 4 to run. If your sessions won't be able to run an alternative or a refund will be offered, although this is a rare occurrence.
Note: The price at checkout will include a 3.5% surcharge for credit card fees, if you to pay by E-Transfer send a payment of $300.00. E-Transfers can be sent to: wrcc_treasurer@yahoo.ca
