Get kids paddling and smiling this summer with a splash of adventure and skill-building on the water! The Intro to Sprint Program at Mississauga Canoe Club offers young athletes a fun, welcoming introduction to Olympic-style sprint canoe and kayak, no prior experience required.
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PROGRAM INFO
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- The Intro to Sprint Summer session is a three-week introduction to competitive sprint canoe-kayak for athletes aged 14 and under.
- Skills taught:
Basic skills of sprint paddling
Water safety rules
How to balance, paddle, and train in sprint kayaks and canoes.
Competition rules and have an opportunity to race at a fun, local regatta.
Training will be both on and off the water.- No prior canoeing or kayaking experience required.
Participants should be confident swimmers.
- Equipment:
The Mississauga Canoe Club will provide paddle equipment and boats
Campers must arrive with their own appropriately sized personal floatation device (PFD)
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INFO FOR CAMPERS
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- Campers are to check in no earlier than 10 minutes before the start of the camp session
- They will be picked up from the canoe club promptly by 11:30 p.m. or 3:30 p.m.
- Campers must arrive with their own appropriately sized personal floatation device (PFD), sunscreen, water bottle, and lunch/snacks if full-day.
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SCHEDULE
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- Summer session: June 29 – July 17, 2026
- Ages: 14yrs & under
- DAYS & TIMINGS:
Mon to Fri | 9:00 am to 11:45 am
- PRICING: $425