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COACHING STAFF

< SPRINT CANOE KAYAK 
Head Coach
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Cheyanne Farquharson
The Rideau Canoe Club (RCC) Head Coach position is one that provides leadership to the Sprint programs, Recreation Programs and Satellite Programs. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Head Coach also works closely with the RCC Club Manager and Administrator, and the U18/High Performance Lead to ensure the efficient delivery of all programs and services at the Rideau Canoe Club.
 
About Cheyanne:

Cheyanne's journey with coaching began after 12 years as a competitive paddler and swimmer. She started coaching at Rideau in 2010, and has since worked at several canoe clubs including Carleton Place Canoe Club, and Poverty Bay Kayak Club in Gisborne, New Zealand. She coached at the Canada Summer Games in 2017, and has been leading the RCC U16 Sprint program since 2015. When not in a boat or the shores of the Rideau, Chey enjoys hiking, yoga, lifting weights and spending time outside. Her favorite time of year is the National Championships when all paddlers from across the country come together to race and celebrate sprint paddling in Canada.
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Education & Certifications
  • Hon. Bachelor of Human Kinetics, Minor in Psychology, University of Ottawa
  • Entry Level Canoe Coach Certified
  • Competition Development Trained

High Performance & U18 Lead
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Niklas Hansen
Niklas M. Hansen has been coaching since 2012 within several parts of the danish talent development system. Niklas has experience with coaching athletes from 14 years, all the way to junior and U23 world medals. Niklas has been part of the Danish U16, junior and U23 national teams since 2015 in roles as team leader and assistant coach. Niklas values a holistic approach to coaching and strongly believes in developing whole athletes ready to succeed in sport and life. 

Education & Certifications
  • MSc in Business administration and leadership 
  • certified ICF level 3 Expert Coach
Masters Coordinator
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Conrad Hutter
Conrad has been coaching and mentoring coaches with the Masters program at the Rideau Canoe Club since 2004. Over this time frame, he has worked with all levels of athletes from some paddlers having never sit in a kayak or canoe before to training athletes to compete at the World Masters Games. Under his leadership, RCC has finished consistently in the top 3 at the Canadian Masters Championships and winning it in 2015. Conrad's goals have always been to have all athletes enjoy being on the water and achieve their personal goals. 

Education & Certifications
  • Hon. BSc of Cell and Molecular Biology, University of Ottawa
  • Entry Level Canoe Coach Certified
  • NCCP certified level 1 (alpine)

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  • Programs
    • Sprint Canoe Kayak
    • Paddling Programs >
      • Intro to Canoe
      • Intro to Sea Kayak
      • Fitness Paddling
      • Seniors Paddling
      • Private/Group Bookings
    • Summer Camps >
      • Canoe Kids
      • Intro To Sprint Paddling Camp
    • Dragon Boat >
      • Dragon Boat FAQ
      • DB Practice Fees
  • Join
    • Club Membership
    • Register
  • Volunteer
    • Information
    • Sign-up
    • Officials Training
    • Boat Driver Training
  • Fundraising
    • Fundraising
    • Donate For The Dock
  • What's New
    • Events Calendar
    • Newsletter
    • Buy and Sell
  • About
  • Contact Us
  • FAQ
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