PaddleALL 2013 INFO UPDATED! ONLINE REGISTRATION IS OPEN! PLEASE VIEW THE PROGRAM OPTIONS BELOW! Be the first to know when 2013 info is posted by signing up for the RCC Newsletter! CLICK HERE! EVERY BOAT, EVERYBODY! About the Program Recreational and sprint canoes and kayaks are used to introduce paddlers with intellectual and physical disabilities to the sport of sprint racing. The program includes a safety orientation, technical instruction, and instruction by experienced coaches. Each paddler will have an experienced paddling partner for 1:1 support. Although all abilities are welcome, you must be comfortable on the water. Not Sure Which Paddle All Program is Right for You? Read our options below for more information. Paddle All Youth night: a program that meets once a week for youth ages 7-18. Every paddler, with their paddling buddy, chooses their own boat based on comfort level and the evening is tailored to meet each paddler's needs. The focus is on fun and safety.
Paddle All Adult night: a program that meets once a week for adults ages 19 and older. Every paddler, with their paddling buddy, chooses their own boat based on comfort level and the evening is tailored to assist each participant to meet their own goals whether for recreation, exercise, or technical development.
Paddle All Competitive Program: this group meets twice a week with a focus on technique and racing preparation. The goal for this group is to compete at a number of regattas with the possibility of competing at the National Championships in Montreal, at the end of August.
For Summer 2013, our Competitive PaddleALL Program will be invite only. If you are interested, please contact kimberly.hodges@rideaucanoeclub.ca. Paracanoe: this group trains year round and during the spring/ summer season will meet 3 times a week. The focus for this group is developing technique and racing skills with the intention of racing in various regattas this season including the National Championships at the end of August. Club Membership is required to join the Paracanoe program.
2013 INFO UPDATED! ONLINE REGISTRATION IS OPEN! PLEASE CLICK HERE TO BEGIN REGISTRATION. Be the first to know when 2013 info is posted by signing up for the RCC Newsletter! CLICK HERE! *Program execution subject to sufficient participant registration. **All programs require a one-time insurance surcharge of $5. This one-time fee covers the entire 2013 season. Please note there is no paddling on statutory holidays. TIPS Wear comfortable, stretchy clothing and bring a change of clothes in case you get wet. Bring a water bottle, hat, and sunscreen. Standard club issued personal flotation devices are provided but if you have your own, please bring it along. For more information regarding Rideau's PaddleALL program, please contact kimberly.hodges@rideaucanoeclub.ca. Congratulations to all of our summer participants!  |