Wascana Racing Canoe Club

Wascana Racing Canoe Club Programs

WRCC is now accepting registration for its summer programs. Registration days will be held on April 26th and May 10th from 1:00 – 5:00 pm. You can also drop by the boathouse any weekday from 4:00 to 6:00 pm or contact us at 780-9258 for other hours of operation.

Summer Program Line-Up
Adult and Youth Learn to Programs
Kayak Kamps
High Performance Training
Junior High Performance Training
Racing Program
Masters (Adult) Program
Paddle All

New members are weclome! You will be registered in the appropriate program depending upon your personal needs and goals as well as your previous experience.

Please upload the following form for an overview of all WRCC Programs:
2008 Program Brochure

Please upload the following forms for specific information about the Learn to Kayak (Youth), Adult Learn to Kayak, Kayak Kamp and Masters programs including dates:
Youth Learn to Kayak Program Information
Kayak Kamps Program Information
Adult Learn to Kayak Program Information
Masters Competitive Program Information

To register, please upload the following two forms. Both must be completed at the time of registration:
Summer Program Registration Form
Par-Q Form

If you would like to come and give our program a try prior to registering please contact WRCC at 780-9258.

WRCC Programs
WRCC offers a number of different programs, providing diverse paddling opportunities for youth and adults. All program participants must come prepared to practice. They should bring plenty of drinking water, running shoes, a towel, a set of dry clothes appropriate for the weather conditions, a plastic bag for wet clothes, sunscreen and a hat. Those participating in all day programs should also bring a lunch.

Programs

Non-Competitive Programs (Recreation/Learn to Program)
WRCC non-competitive programs focus on teaching canoe and kayak skills and water safety and work to improve participants overall fitness levels, in a fun positive environment

• Learn to Canoe/Kayak: This program is an introduction to the sport of Sprint Canoe/Kayaking and is geared for children age 9 to 14. Participants learn the basics of kayaking and are introduced to team boats. They are also introduced to the flat water canoe and the war canoe and are able to complete the CanoeKayak Canada (CKC) Canoe Kids Yellow Certification. Participants in this program often join the WRCC’s competitive program.

• Kayak Kamps: These two week day camps are open to kids aged 9 to 14 and provide a progression through the basics of paddling, providing participants with the skills to safely enjoy the water in both canoes and kayaks. Participants can earn the Yellow, Green or Blue level of the CKC Canoe Kids Program depending on their skill progression over the duration of the program.

Community Programs
WRCC strives to ensure all youth in Regina have the opportunity to participate paddling in programs, including those who may encounter barriers to participation. In order to meet this goal, WRCC offers the following targeted programs:

• Inner City Canoe/Kayak Program: This program provides an opportunity for inner city youth to learn, train and compete in recreational canoes in addition to sprint canoes and kayaks.

• Paddle All: This program is intended as a introductory program for youth with disabilities. Participants will learn valuable paddling skills in a variety of boats under the supervision of certified coaches in a safe, fun environment.

Adult Programs
WRCC adult programs are specifically designed both for adults who are beginner or novice paddlers and those who wish to be involved in the sport of canoe/kayak at a competitive level.

• Adult Learn to Kayak: This program introduces adults to sprint kayaking. Certified coaches guide participants through paddling technique, water and equipment orientation, and provide constant on-water instruction.

• Masters Program: This program is specifically designed for adults who wish to improve their canoe/kayak skills and improve their fitness level. In the summer, Masters classes run 4 times per week.

Competitive Programs
WRCC competitive training programs create opportunities for youth in flat water canoeing and kayaking, as well as developing discipline, focus, goal setting and other invaluable life skills.

• Racing Program: This program is designed for young athletes interested in pursuing a full season of canoe/kayak. It is designed for athletes who have completed the Learn to Kayak or Canoe Camps or have previous summer and winter training experience and are committed to regatta involvement. Athletes will be split into gropus within this program based on skill level and experience. This is the program that leads to high performance training. Summer sessions run daily on weekdays during the summer and athletes can participate in 6 to 11 training sessions per week in the winter.

• High Performance: This is an elite canoe/kayak training program that combines twice daily workouts on and off the water in summer months and 11 training sessions a week during the winter. This is a competitive program intended for athletes who have progressed through the racing program. Members in this program will train intensively, with continued work on conditioning, skill and technical development. Athletes in this program are focused and commited to high level technical and athleteic achievement. Most athletes at this level participate in a Spring Training held out of the country in March.

• War Canoe Program: This program runs all summer long and is intended for youth who are drien to compete and the National Championships at the end of the summer.

• Masters Program: This program is specifically designed for adults who wish to improve their canoe/kayak skills and improve their fitness level. Master paddlers who have progressed to the competitive level are provided advanced training and have the oppoprtunity to register in a number of regattas throughout the season. In the summer, Masters classes run 4 times per week.