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Intro to Sea Kayak

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2023 Paddling Program Registration - OPEN TO PUBLIC - March 17, 2023 at 10 am!  
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This program introduces novices to paddling a sea kayak in calm, sheltered waters.

In this half-day course, our highly qualified instructors will teach skills in a supportive and fun learning environment that are essential to being comfortable paddling in a group environment. Course participants will build on their expanding paddling skill set, and be introduced to rescue techniques that incorporate the use of a paddling partner. 
Session
Date
Days
Time
Fee
​1
May 16
Tuesday
9am - 1 pm
$144
 2
May 18
Thursday
9am - 1 pm
$144
3
May 20
Saturday
9am - 1 pm
​$144
 4
June 17
Saturday
9am - 1 pm
$144
 5
July 22
Saturday
9am - 1 pm
$144
6
Aug 12
Saturday
​9am - 1 pm
$144
The first 3 sessions in May are intended for those who have registered in Fitness or Seniors Paddling and need Intro to SK as a prerequisit. 
Participants may use their own boats, paddles, and PFD/lifejackets or those provided by the Club. 
  • RCC will follow public health regulations and guidelines for programs.  View the latest Covid-19 policies here.​
  • Access to the clubhouse will be limited and participants must arrive to the session prepared to paddle.  Access to the outside washrooms will be available.
  • ​Please review the Safe Sport Policy, Refund Policy and Parking Information
Program Details​
  • Minimum Participants per session: 6
  • Maximum Participants per session: 12
  • Minimum age is 14
What to Bring​
The Rideau Canoe Club provides all the necessary paddling equipment though you may bring your own if you wish. Other than that you will need to bring:   
  • Comfortable, loose fitting clothing preferably made of quick drying fabric (you will get wet!)
  • Enough water for the length of the session
  • Sun screen
  • Hat, sunglasses, rain jacket & pants (if needed) 
 Inclement Weather
​Paddling Programs can still have fun in the rain! However, if there is heavy rain, gusty winds, thunderstorms we can not be on the water. If inclement weather is forecasted on the Weather Network we will cancel the session and will contact you (up to 30 minutes prior).
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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 Booking
      • DB Practice Fees
      • Dragon Boat FAQ
  • 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
  • SEARCH