Club Sponsored Courses

The club organizes courses for our members with local instructors at a discounted price. 

You do not need a paddling partner in order to sign up for canoe clinics, we will pair you up with another paddler based on skill level and boat balance.

If you have any questions or suggestions in regard to our paddling clinics, please don't hesitate to contact our staff or Recreation Director.

The courses will be added to RAMP as they become available. 

Intro To Kayak

Description: This is the session for you if you have never sat in a kayak. We will cover all the very basic topics, choosing the proper boat, paddle and other gear needed for a successful trip out. Getting in and out of your boat from the dock as well as very basic paddle strokes will be covered. The instructor is Paddle Canada certified. This session is approximately 2.5 hrs in length. If you are wanting more skill progression, knowledge, and time on the water, the kayak clinic is a more suitable course for you.

Cost: FREE

Location: Victoria Boathouse

Dates and Times Offered: 

• TBD for 2025

Intro to Canoe

Description: This is the session for you if you have never sat in a canoe.. We will cover all the very basic topics, choosing the proper boat, paddle and other gear needed for a successful trip out. Getting in and out of your boat from the dock as well as very basic paddle strokes will be covered. The instructor is Paddle Canada certified. This session is approximately 2.5 hrs in length. If you are wanting more skill progression, knowledge, and time on the water, the canoe clinic is a more suitable course for you.

Cost: FREE

 Location: Victoria Boathouse 

 Date and Time Offered: 

• TBD for 2025

Kayak Clinics

Description: Get more comfortable in your kayak. Want to learn about gear, proper and efficient paddling strokes, and safety? This clinic is for you. The instructors are Paddle Canada certified and able to answer all your kayaking questions. There will be no certificate offered at the end of the clinic. This course is 5 hrs in length.

Cost: $50

Location: Victoria Boathouse

Dates and Times Offered: 

• TBD for 2025

Canoe Clinics

Description: Get more comfortable in your canoe. Want to learn about gear, proper paddling strokes, and safety. This clinic is for you. The instructors are Paddle Canada certified and able to answer all your canoeing questions. There will be no certificate offered at the end of the clinic. This course is offered in a pond to build your confidence before you tackle the river.

Cost: $50

Location: John Avant Park

Dates and Times Offered: 

• TBD for 2025

How to Lead a Trip Sessions

Description: This is a new session this year. We are strongly recommending that anyone wanting to lead a trip take this session. We will be covering all aspects of the trailer (how to get it, pack it and tie boats down), boat selection for your desired destination, trip planning, safety measures, and the process of getting your dream trip approved by the club. This session will be approximately 2.5 hrs in length and will be offered several times during the summer.

Cost: FREE

Location: Victoria Boathouse

Dates and Times Offered:

• TBD for 2025