Recreation Courses
Club Sponsored Courses
The club organizes 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:
Wed May 15th: 5:30-8pm
Mon May 27th: 5:30-8pm
Thurs June 13th: 6-8:30pm
Wed July 3rd: 6-8:30pm
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:
June 4th: 6-8pm
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:
Sat May 25th: 9am- 2:30 pm
Tues/Thurs May 28th & May 30th: 5:30-8pm
Sun June 2nd: 9am- 2:30pm
Mon/Wed June 10th & June 12th: 5:30-8pm
Mon/Wed July 8th & July 10th: 6-8:30pm
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:
June 3rd and 4th: 6:30-8:30pm
June 11th and 12th: 6:30-8:30pm
June 19th and 20th: 6:30-8:30pm
June 22nd: 10am-12pm & 1-3pm
June 23rd: 10am-12pm & 1-3pm
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:
Wed May 22nd: 6:30-8pm
Thurs June 6th: 6:30-8pm