A. Whitewater Kayaking Basics (Pool Session)
Get a taste of whitewater kayaking in the UCalgary pool to prepare you for the river! In this course, you will learn how to wet exit and paddle a kayak with fun games and expert instruction. This is a great course to take with your whole family and sample the world of whitewater kayaking!
Prerequisite: 14+. No experience necessary. Includes: instructor, all river kayak gear.- Click to return to all Winter Pool Kayaking programs -
Whitewater Kayak Roll Introduction (Pool Session)
A kayak roll is an essential skill to learn once you have mastered the basics and it will increase your confidence on the river. In this course, receive step-by-step instruction to help you complete your first roll in the safety and warmth of the UCalgary pool.
Prerequisite: A. Whitewater Kayaking Basics or equivalent. Participants 16+ may join with a parent. Includes: instructor, all kayaking gear.- Click to return to all Winter Pool Kayaking programs -
ABC. Whitewater Kayaking Complete Beginner Weekend
Give whitewater kayaking a try with this popular weekend course that combines the ABCs and an intro to roll session over one weekend. Plus it's at a discounted rate. You'll start with lessons in the pool and finish with an exciting Class I+ whitewater run just outside Calgary. This weekend course starts Thursday night and go all day Saturday and Sunday. Prerequisite: No Experience Necessary but a wetsuit is required and 16+. Includes: instructor, all river kayaking gear.
User groups will be asked to enter the pool deck from the north pool deck doors.
B. Intro to Whitewater Kayaking
Continue to build on what you know about whitewater kayaking as you learn to identify river features and hazards, and how to safely navigate a river run. In this full day or evening session, you'll learn eddy turns, ferry glides and the essentials of confident river running. Prerequisite: Whitewater Kayaking A (Basics) or equivalent and 16+. Includes: instructor, all river kayaking gear.
C. Whitewater Kayaking Continued
After you have moved onto the river, come improve your river-running and maneuvering skills as you experience the rapids on some fun and exciting class I+ whitewater just outside Calgary. Gain confidence in whitewater safely under the guidance of a trained professional. Prerequisite: Whitewater Kayaking B (Intro) or equivalent and 16+. Includes: instructor, all river kayaking gear.
