Learn-to-Paddle 2021!

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:

Session Date: 1 week sessions: Sessions start June 28th 2021 - August 28th 2021

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