Youth Programs (Fall/Winter)

Thanks to KidSport Alberta and the Government of Alberta for their support of our programs this year!

Kids in Kayak

6 – 10 years old

A progressive and fun approach to introduce young kids to the sport of kayaking. The emphasis is on having fun while learning some basic kayaking skills and safety.

Where: Kinsmen Sports Centre
What: Introduction to Kayaking for Kids over a 4 week duration
Dates:

  • Round 1: Sundays Oct 16, 23, 30, Nov 6
  • Round 2: Sundays Nov 13, 20, 27, Dec 4

Time: 5:30PM – 6:30PM

Cost: $50 (+$20 annual membership)

To register for lessons, please click here to become a member. After registering, you will be able to sign up for lessons through your online account.


Youth Beginner Intro to Kayaking

11 years old+

A course that introduces youth to the fun, energetic world of kayaking. In the safe friendly environment, the basics of kayaking will be taught. This course gives the foundation to become a river paddler, canoe polo player and/or Summer Games competitor.

Where: Kinsmen Sports Centre

Time: 6:30PM – 7:30PM
Dates:

  • Round 1: Sundays Oct 16, 23, 30, Nov 6
  • Round 2: Sundays Nov 13, 20, 27, Dec 4

Cost: $90 (+$20 youth membership)

To register for lessons, please click here to become a member. After registering, you will be able to sign up for lessons through your online account.


Youth Intermediate Training Group

11 years old+

This is an intermediate kayak course that will focus on the skills needed to do slalom paddling, canoe, polo, and river paddling. We hope to give you the skills and the opportunity to work towards competing in the 2023 Alberta Summer Games (if desired). If you have completed an introductory course, this is the best way to practice and refine your skills.

Where: Kinsmen Sports Centre
Dates: Tuesdays Oct 4, 11, 18, 25, Nov 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Dec 6, 13, 20 + WEM wave pool session (Nov 4 from 6:30pm-8:30pm)
Time: 7:00PM – 8:30PM
Cost: $190 (+$20 youth membership)

To register for lessons, please click here to become a member. After registering, you will be able to sign up for lessons through your online account.

Adult Lessons

Learn the basics of whitewater kayaking in a safe and warm environment from experienced EWP members and instructors. Once ready, there are also many opportunities to get folded into the main EWP training group that practices in an adjacent pool, try canoe/kayak polo, or continue on to specialty classes in bracing and rolling. Click the button below to inquire further about our adult programs.

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