Youths Recreational Programs

Learn to Paddle JUNIOR & TEEN Members

REGISTER FOR YOUTHS PROGRAMS

(Membership not included in cost of programs)

Junior: Ages 7-12
Duration: May 1st – June 30th (no practice May 22)
Frequency: 2-4 days/week

Cost of Programs:
Canoe/Kayak Only- Mon/Wed: 6-8 pm. Cost: $270
Canoe/Kayak Plus Outrigger Adventures – Mon/Wed: 6-8 pm; Fri: 3:30-6 pm (Brechin). Cost: $390
Canoe/Kayak Plus Voyageur and Dragonboat – Mon/Wed: 6-8 pm; Sat: 10 am-12 pm. Cost: $390
“Every Boat, Everywhere” -Mon/Wed: 6-8 pm; Fri: 3:30-6 pm (Brechin); Sat: 10 am-12 pm. Cost: $510

Prerequisites: Must be able to swim 50m with a PFD

Join us on the water this spring to experience the lifelong sport of paddling. This three-tiered program, based upon the nationally recognized CanoeKids system, will introduce new children to the FUNdementals of paddling, while offering plenty of opportunities for returning paddlers to build upon their existing skills and try new things. The core program, which takes place on Mondays and Wednesdays at the Long Lake boathouse, will use pleasure canoes and recreational kayaks to develop a strong foundation in balance, propulsion, boat control, and safety knowledge. Kids looking for some extra time on the water can also sign up for additional lessons in outrigger canoeing on Fridays (Brechin), and/or large team boats on Saturdays.


Teens: Ages 13-18
Duration: May 2nd – June 30th
Frequency: 2-4 days/week

Cost of Programs:
Canoe/Kayak Only- Tues/Thurs: 6-8 pm. Cost: $270
Canoe/Kayak Plus Outrigger Adventures – Tues/Thurs: 6-8 pm; Fri: 3:30-6 pm (Brechin). Cost: – $390
Canoe/Kayak Plus Voyageur/Dragonboat – Tues/Thurs: 6-8 pm; Sat: 10 am-12 pm. Cost: $390
“Every Boat, Everywhere” -Tues/Thurs: 6-8pm; Fri: 3:30-6 pm (Brechin); Sat: 10 am-12 pm. Cost: $510

Prerequisites: Must be able to swim 50m with a PFD

Whether you’re an experienced paddler looking for a challenge, or a beginner hopping into a kayak for the first time, this flexible and laid back paddling program offers something for everyone. Learn the FUNdamental paddling skills, with youth your own age in a relaxed, team oriented atmosphere. Core practices take place on Tuesday and Thursdays, with the option to join our practices in the outrigger canoes on Friday (Brechin)  and big boats for team boat skill development and fun on Saturdays.


Saturday Morning Team Boat Days

Ages: 6-18
Duration: May 6th- June 17th
Frequency: Every Saturday

Cost of Program:$140

Prerequisites: None!

Experience some of NCKC’s biggest and most exciting boats, including the Dragonboat, Voyageur Canoe and more. This multi-age program will pair paddlers of similar size and skill level to learn FUNdamental paddling skills in NCKC’s large fleet of team boats. With crews ranging in size from 4 to 24 people, there is sure to be something for everyone.