Join us in April or May for pre-season kayak paddling that gets us ready for the season. There will be 2 sessions - one for training, the second for excursions. Take one or both!
Our 4-week Spring Training program is dedicated to getting enthusiastic paddlers with the appropriate experience levels back out on the water for focused training. Training will include reviewing general safety protocols and personal paddling skills with opportunities to practice. An added component of this program is the physical preparation aspect for the upcoming season with considerations for strength and conditioning for paddlers. The Training Program will run for 4 Saturdays in April.
Our 4-week Spring Excursions program offers opportunities to get out on the water in a group setting and progressively cover some distances in preparation for the season. The excursions can be joined independently or can act as a continuation and compliment the Spring Training program for those inclined to do both. The wind, weather and conditions will ultimately decide on how far and long we go for the days’ excursion, in balance with the groups’ goals and energy levels. There will be opportunities for practicing paddling skills during the excursions along with re-establishing safety protocols for group travel. The Excursion Program will run for 4 Sundays in May.
2025 Course Dates and Times
10am-4pm
10am-4pm
Duration
4 days
Price
$325 +HST
Each Course Includes
- 4 full day excursions
- If not using your own equipment, we will supply solo kayak, lifejacket, skirt and paddle
Program Format: Each program runs 4 Saturdays or Sundays 10am-4pm (choose either Training, Excursions or both)
Meet at: Harbourfront Canoe & Kayak Centre Lakeside Office
Maximum Participants: 10 for Training – 12 for Excursions
Highlights
Training:
- Training Sessions primary focus is personal paddling/safety skills review, development and practice
- Personal goal setting for the paddling season
- Physical strength and conditioning for the recreational paddler
Excursions:
- Excursions primary focus is group day touring/excursions
- Group safety and paddling skills
- Physical conditioning for the recreational paddler
Course Prerequisites
- Appropriate paddling gear for cold water immersion: paddling drysuit or Farmer John/Jane wetsuit with paddling jacket, appropriate head/feet/hand protection
- Previous paddling experience with knowledge of basic strokes and self-rescues
What to Bring
- Your completed and signed waiver (download the waiver).
- Water/sports drink & packed lunch
- Active clothing you don’t mind getting wet (see prerequisites)
- Secure footwear that can get wet
- Extra layers of clothing in addition to prerequisites below
- A change of clothes and shoes.
- Sunscreen, sun hat, sunglasses with floater string
- A rain jacket/pants (optional)
Course Location
Harbourfront Canoe and Kayak Centre
This course starts at our mainland office at 283 Queen’s Quay West. Get driving directions.
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Minimum Age
At least 16 years of age.
Our Cancelation Policy
To receive a full refund or to switch to another date, we require 7 days notice by email (ask@paddletoronto.com) prior to the start of your program. Exceptions at our discretion. No refunds or reschedules for no shows.
We reserve the right to cancel any program with less than 24 hours notice due to changing weather conditions such as strong winds or thunderstorms. Please check your email for cancellation notices before leaving for your program. In this case, we will try to re-schedule to another date or offer a full refund. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, but your safety and well-being on the water is our top priority.
