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Seniors PADDLING

2023 Registration - COMING SOON!  Don't miss registration or the lastest RCC News by subscribing to the RCC Newsletter.
Back By Popular Demand
Whether you have years of paddling experience or would like to challenge yourself with a new activity, come enjoy paddles on beautiful Mooney's Bay. No matter if you are a fitness enthusiast or relaxation seeker, if you are 55 or over and love outdoor activities, this program is for you. 

This group-paddling program is facilitated by highly qualified instructors that provide a supportive and fun learning environment. 

What to Bring
  • Transport Canada Approved PFD (life jacket)
  • 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) ​
Participants can use their own boats, paddles, or those provided by the Club.
  • ​In line with our Covid-19 policies, equipment will be sanitized between each session.  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 washrooms from the outside will be available.
  • ​Please review the Safe Sport Policy, Refund Policy and Parking Information

Program Details
  • Prerequisite: Intro to Sea Kayak or equivalent experience
    ​Please note that sufficient kayak experience is mandatory for participation.
  • ​Minimum participants per session: 6 
  • Maximum participants per session: 14
  • Please note sessions on Statutory Holidays will be moved to the Friday of the same week.​
  • ​Contact: recreation@rideaucanoeclub.ca​

Should you take the Intro to Sea Kayak session?
1. Have I ever received formal instruction?
2. Do I currently or have paddled several times a season? At Least 1-2 times a week. 
3. General experience in other flat water paddling boats like sand-up-paddling, canoe, etc.
If the answer is no to question #1, you should register for the Intro to Sea Kayak session.  The other 2 questions provide general indication of water experience.  ​

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).
Register now

Seniors Paddling Sessions

Session
Date
Days
Time
Fee
Notes
SEN Spring 1
May 25 - June 29
M/W
10am-12pm
$170
* May 23 - Holiday, session made up on Friday, May 27
SEN Spring 2
May 24 - June 30
T/TH
8am-10am
​$170
-
SEN Spring 3
​May 24 - June 30
T/TH
10am-12pm
$170
-
SEN Summer 1
July 4 - Aug 24
M/W
10am-12pm
$225
* Aug 1 - Holiday, session made up on Friday Aug 5
SEN Summer 2
July 5 - Aug 25
T/TH
8am-10am
$225
-
SEN Summer 3
July 5 - Aug 25
T/TH
10am-12pm
$225
-
SEN Fall 1
Aug 29 - Oct 5
M/W
10am-12pm
$170
*Sep 5 - Holiday, session made up on Friday, Sept 9
SEN Fall 2
Aug 30 - Oct 6
T/TH
8am-10am
$170
-
SEN Fall 3
Aug 30 - Oct 6
T/TH
10am-12pm
$170
-

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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
  • SEARCH