VICTORIA YOUTH PADDLING CLUB
- Creating Paddlers for Life -
Summer Programs
​​​In our programs, youth are introduced to multiple paddling disciplines – sprint kayak, outrigger, whitewater kayak and stand-up paddleboard. Most paddling is done in one-person boats, but there are opportunities to paddle double or multi-person boats (if health orders permit).
Youth will learn water safety and paddling techniques while developing strength, balance and endurance. Through a progressive learning model, paddlers learn the fundamentals in stable boats and move to more challenging boats as their skills develop. We are primarily a recreational club, but youth are given the opportunity to compete in races if they desire.
Our whitewater coach leads trips on the Sooke or Cowichan rivers a couple of times per year if conditions allow. Participation in these trips requires the permission of the coach, and paddlers need to have demonstrated the required skills. We have pool sessions in order to develop skills in a controlled environment. Parental assistance with transportation and logistics is necessary.
Our programs are divided by age group and experience level. Age is the first guideline, but appropriateness for a program also depends on skills, experience and maturity. Placement of paddlers in programs is at the discretion of the coaches. The younger groups have a higher coach to paddler ratio. Older youth have more opportunities for river paddling and racing. Fees include coaching, equipment, race fees and team building events.
The summer program runs from July to September however exact details are yet to be finalized. However, paddlers are welcome to join at any time with a pro-rated fee. We try to be flexible with individual paddlers' needs and schedules. Please contact commdore@vypc.ca to discuss options
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Women on Water - $75
Fridays 6-7:30
August 15, 22, 29
This program is for women who would like to get out on the water weekly with a group for a social paddle and to learn new skills. This is a great way to try out a variety of boats such as SUP, Outrigger, and sprint kayak. All abilities are welcome. Our female coach will be on hand to help teach skills and technique and guide our sessions.
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Explorers - $75
Mondays 4:30-6:00
August 11, 18, 25
Link for registration: https://www.rampregistrations.com/a/participant/register?v3=53192b27&cmVkaXI1=cmVnaXN0ZXI1&c2lk0=ODQ4NA2&ZGlk0=NTE0OTM1&cGtpZA2=MzI1MDA50&Y3NkaWQ1=&Y2RkaWQ1=&cGtnaWQ1=
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Intermediate - $160
Tuesdays 4:30-6:00
July and August
Link for registration: https://www.rampregistrations.com/a/participant/register?v3=53192b27&cmVkaXI1=cmVnaXN0ZXI1&c2lk0=ODQ4NA2&ZGlk0=NTE0OTM1&cGtpZA2=MzE2Nzc30&Y3NkaWQ1=&Y2RkaWQ1=&cGtnaWQ1=
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Competitive - $320
Monday & Friday 4:30-6
July and August
Link for registration: https://www.rampregistrations.com/a/participant/register?v3=53192b27&cmVkaXI1=cmVnaXN0ZXI1&c2lk0=ODQ4NA2&ZGlk0=NTE0Nzk1&cGtpZA2=MzE2Nzc40&Y3NkaWQ1=&Y2RkaWQ1=&cGtnaWQ1=
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OC6 Paddling - $200.00
July and August
Saturdays - Two locations 1:30 at VYPC or 2:30 at VCKC (355 Gorge Rd W)​ - locations are condition determined, coach will advise by group text.
Link for registration: https://www.rampregistrations.com/a/participant/register?v3=53192b27&cmVkaXI1=cmVnaXN0ZXI1&c2lk0=ODQ4NA2&ZGlk0=NTE0OTM1&cGtpZA2=MzE2Nzc50&Y3NkaWQ1=&Y2RkaWQ1=&cGtnaWQ1=