INTRO TO SPRINT PADDLING CAMP

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INTRO TO SPRINT PADDLING CAMP

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Intro to Sprint Paddling is a two-week introduction to competitive Sprint Canoe-Kayak for athletes aged 14 and under (born 2008 - 2013). Throughout the camp the paddlers will progress through all the basic skills of sprint paddling.

Paddlers will learn about water safety rules for sprint boats, how to balance, paddle, and train in sprint kayaks and canoes. The summer sessions of Intro to Sprint Paddling include the opportunity to race at a fun, local regatta. Participants will learn competition skills and rules for sprint canoe kayak, and will participate in on and off water training sessions.

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What to bring to Intro to Sprint Paddling
The Rideau Canoe Club will provide all the necessary paddling equipment except for the life jacket.

• Life Jacket (Transport Canada approved)
• Suitable clothing: Comfortable, loose fitting and preferably made of quick drying fabric
• Towel
• Water bottle
• Sun screen
• Healthy lunch and snacks to fuel a full day of activities

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COVID-19 Measures
Intro to Sprint Paddling Camp will follow public health regulations and guidelines for summer camps including:

• Social distancing practices
• Groups sizing
• Same coach and participants all week
• Boats and paddle sanitizing after each use
• Separate shelter tent for each group
• Daily screening of coaches and participants​
• A full list of COVID-19 policies can be viewed HERE.

Before registering, please review the swimming competence pre-requisit for the Intro to Sprint Paddling Camp.
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All Intro to Sprint Paddling Camp participants  and their parent/guardian must ​review Rowan Law - Ontario’s Concussion Awareness Resources

Please review the Safe Sport Policy, Refund Policy and Parking Information

Contact: U14sprint@rideaucanoeclub.ca

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2022 Schedule:
Intro to Sprint: Spring – May 31- June 30

• U10 (2012-2013) - Tues, Thurs 6 pm- 7:30 pm; Sat 10 am- 12 pm - $173
• U12 (2010-2011) - Mon, Wed, Fri 6 pm- 8 pm; Sat 10 am- 12:30 pm - $216
• U14 (2008-2009) - Mon, Wed, Fri 6 pm- 8 pm; Sat 10 am- 12:30 pm - $216
  
  

Intro to Sprint: Summer #1 – July 4- July 15 

• U10 (2012-2013) - Monday- Friday 9 am- 12 pm - $531.30
• U12 (2010-2011) - Monday- Friday 9 am- 4 pm - $700
• U14 (2008-2009) - Monday- Friday 9 am- 4 pm - $700
  
  

Intro to Sprint: Summer #2 - July 18- July 29 

• U10 (2012-2013) - Monday- Friday 9 am- 12 pm - $531.30
• U12 (2010-2011) - Monday- Friday 9 am- 4 pm- $700
• U14 (2008-2009) - Monday- Friday 9 am- 4 pm - $700

Intro to Sprint: Summer #3 - August 2- August 12

• U10 (2012-2013) - Monday- Friday 9 am- 12 pm - $478
• U12 (2010-2011) - Monday- Friday 9 am- 4 pm - $600
• U14 (2008-2009) - Monday- Friday 9 am- 4 pm -$600

* No camp on August 1, Long Weekend *

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Inclement Weather
​Intro to Sprint Paddling Camps can still have fun in the rain! However, if there is heavy rain, gusty winds, thunderstorms we can not be on the water, and will have to cancel sessions.  We monitor weather daily and if inclement weather that will prevent us from being on the water is forecasted on the Weather Network we will cancel the session and contact you (up to 30 minutes prior).   Should unsafe weather conditions arise unexpectedly, the canoe club can shelter the children temporarily and we will contact you for pick up.