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U10 Sprint Racing
Our U10 Sprint Racing program for ages 8-9 (as of January 1st, 2022) is a full summer program designed around Canoe Kayak Canada’s FUNdamentals and Foundations stage of the Long Term Athlete Development plan. Athletes will work with our friendly, experienced, and certified coaches to learn about water safety, introductory sprint canoe and kayak technique, and physical literacy through games and practice sessions on the water.
All of our staff are certified through the National Coach Certification Program and are passionate about teaching our young paddlers about the importance of water safety in a fun and knowledgeable environment. We also focus on building a strong base for athlete development with emphasis on technical skills development and an appreciation for the sport. Athletes will be split into smaller groups and will spend their summer days in sprint canoe/kayak singles and crew boats working on technique, general aerobic, and speed development. This allows for a more personal coaching style and is a fantastic opportunity for these young athletes to develop in a fun and focused environment.
All of our sprint programs will continue to operate under the CPCC COVID-19 Policies and Procedures, developed and put in place with guidance from the government and our sporting affiliates. Physical distancing measures will be in place around the club at all times.
Ages: 8-9 as of January 1st, 2022 (7 year old participants may request to sign-up if they have completed at least one season of Canoe Kids Full Summer - contact coach@cpcanoeclub.com for more info)
Cost: $1,150 (July 4th - August 20th) - Fees include membership, insurance, and affiliation fees, but do not include race or regatta travel fees where applicable
Schedule: Monday - Friday from 9:00am - 3:30pm (possibility for 2-3 regattas in July and August TBD)
Program Requirements: Must be able to swim 25m (any stroke) and tread water for at least 1 minute (as per the National Lifesaving Society swim to survive standard)
Please note that your registration is not complete until your account is paid in full and you have submitted a signed waiver, code of conduct, and concussion code of conduct. Payment can be made online upon registration or via email transfer to finance@cpcanoeclub.com. Waiver, codes of conduct, and parent information can be found in the 'Important Info' section of the website.
Cancellation & Refunds: If your program is cancelled prior to the program start date due to COVID restrictions, you will receive a full refund of your registration fees.
In the event of inclement whether, or a participant or staff member falling ill with COVID-19 related symptoms, the Carleton Place Canoe Club reserves the right to cancel programs at any time. As per our 2022 COVID-19 policies, a parent or designate is ALWAYS required to be available to pick up their child within 1 hour. Refunds will not be available for cancellation due to inclement weather or disciplinary action once the program has begun.
U12 Sprint Racing
Our U12 Sprint Racing program for ages 10-11 (as of January 1st, 2022) is a summer program designed around Canoe Kayak Canada’s FUNdamentals and Foundations and Learning to Train stages of the Long Term Athlete Development plan. Athletes will work with our friendly, experienced, and certified coaches to learn beginner to intermediate sprint canoe and kayak technique, team building skills, race preparation skills, and physical fitness and literacy through training and games both on and off the water.
All of our staff are certified through the National Coach Certification Program and are passionate about teaching our young athletes about the importance of water safety in a fun and knowledgeable environment. We also focus on building a strong base for athlete development with emphasis on technical skills development, building an appreciation for the sport, and training for physical exercise. Athletes will be split into small groups and will spend their days in sprint canoe and kayak singles and crew boats working on technique, general aerobic, and speed development. This allows for a more personal coaching style and is a fantastic opportunity for these young athletes to develop in a fun and focused environment.
All of our sprint programs will continue to operate under the CPCC COVID-19 Policies and Procedures, developed and put in place with guidance from the government and our sporting affiliates. Physical distancing measures will be in place around the club at all times.
Ages: 10-11 as of January 1st, 2022
Cost: $1,150 (July 4th - August 20th) - Fees include membership, insurance, and affiliation fees, but do not include race or regatta travel fees
Schedule: Monday - Friday from 9:00am - 3:30pm (CLICK HERE for the 2022 Regatta Schedule)
Program Requirements: Must be able to swim 25m (any stroke) and tread water for at least 1 minute (as per the National Lifesaving Society swim to survive standard)
Please note that your registration is not complete until your account is paid in full and you have submitted a signed waiver, code of conduct, and concussion code of conduct. Payment can be made online upon registration or via email transfer to finance@cpcanoeclub.com. Waiver, codes of conduct, and parent information can be found in the 'Important Info' section of the website.
Cancellation & Refunds: If your program is cancelled prior to the program start date due to COVID restrictions, you will receive a full refund of your registration fees.
In the event of inclement whether, or a participant or staff member falling ill with COVID-19 related symptoms, the Carleton Place Canoe Club reserves the right to cancel programs at any time. As per our 2022 COVID-19 policies, a parent or designate is ALWAYS required to be available to pick up their child within 1 hour. Refunds will not be available for cancellation due to inclement weather or disciplinary action once the program has begun.
U14 Sprint Racing
Our U14 Sprint Racing program for ages 12-13 (as of January 1st, 2022) is a summer program designed around Canoe Kayak Canada’s Training to Train stage of the Long Term Athlete Development plan. Athletes will work with our friendly, experienced, and certified coaches to learn about intermediate to advanced sprint canoe and kayak technique, physical fitness, and race preparation and strategy development. Athletes in this program will begin learning about goal-setting, nutrition habits, and self-care strategies.
This program offers two different registration options:
For those looking for a full season athlete development program centered around sprint canoe/kayak performance, you can register for the full season option that begins on May 2nd and continues through to October 29th, 2022. Please note that there will be a 2 week program break from August 21st to September 5th. We also offer a summer only program beginning July 4th continuing through to August 20th. This is a great option for participants looking to join a shorter program, or for participants who are athletes in other sports that may conflict in the spring and fall seasons.
All of our staff are certified by the National Coach Certification Program and are passionate about teaching our athletes to be active in a fun and knowledgeable environment. We also focus on building a strong base for athlete development with emphasis on technical understanding and an appreciation for the sport and physical exercise.
All of our sprint programs will continue to operate under the CPCC COVID-19 Policies and Procedures, developed and put in place with guidance from the government and our sporting affiliates. Physical distancing measures will be in place around the club at all times.
Ages: 12-13 as of January 1st, 2022
Summer Only Cost: $1,150 (July 4th - August 20th)
Full Season Cost: $1,495 (May 2nd - October 29th)
Schedule: Fall and spring sessions will include 4-5 training sessions per week, while July and August will be full day programming from 9:00am - 3:30pm. (CLICK HERE for the 2022 Regatta Schedule)
Program Requirements: Must be able to swim 25m (any stroke) and tread water for at least 1 minute (as per the National Lifesaving Society swim to survive standard.
Please note that your registration is not complete until your account is paid in full and you have submitted a signed waiver, code of conduct, and concussion code of conduct. Payment can be made online upon registration or via email transfer to finance@cpcanoeclub.com. Waiver, codes of conduct, and parent information can be found in the 'Important Info' section of the website.
Cancellation & Refunds: If your program is cancelled prior to the program start date due to COVID restrictions, you will receive a full refund of your registration fees.
In the event of inclement whether, or a participant or staff member falling ill with COVID-19 related symptoms, the Carleton Place Canoe Club reserves the right to cancel programs at any time. As per our 2022 COVID-19 policies, a parent or designate is ALWAYS required to be available to pick up their child within 1 hour. Refunds will not be available for cancellation due to inclement weather or disciplinary action once the program has begun.
Academy Program (Invitation Only)
With priorities focused on providing the best athlete development opportunities for our young athletes, our Academy program emphasizes honing sport specific skills and strengths, while preparing athletes to move up to the High Performance stream programs.
The Academy program is an invitation-only program for athletes focused on paddling as a high-level sport. Athletes train year-round to develop the physical, technical, and mental skills required for our sport. The program is a bridge between the U14 Sprint Racing program and the more intensive U16+ High Performance sprint programs, specifically tailored to develop young athletes for future high-performance paddling. This program requires a high level of commitment and is offered to athletes who have goals of performing well at divisional and provincial regattas and who are working toward competing nationally and internationally. While not mandatory, Academy athletes should have or be in the process of getting their own equipment, including a boat and paddle.
Ages: 13 as of January 1st, 2022
Cost: $1,550 (May 2nd - October 29th)
Schedule: Program schedule TBD based on weekly program determined by Head Coach. Academy athletes will still be required to participate in U14 crew boat sessions and races, but may be invited to train and race at U16 sessions and events (CLICK HERE for the 2022 Regatta Schedule)
Program Requirements: Must be able to swim 25m (any stroke) and tread water for at least 1 minute (as per the National Lifesaving Society swim to survive standard.
Please note that your registration is not complete until your account is paid in full and you have submitted a signed waiver, code of conduct, and concussion code of conduct. Payment can be made online upon registration or via email transfer to finance@cpcanoeclub.com. Waiver, codes of conduct, and parent information can be found in the 'Important Info' section of the website.
Cancellation & Refunds: If your program is cancelled prior to the program start date due to COVID restrictions, you will receive a full refund of your registration fees.
In the event of inclement whether, or a participant or staff member falling ill with COVID-19 related symptoms, the Carleton Place Canoe Club reserves the right to cancel programs at any time. As per our 2022 COVID-19 policies, a parent or designate is ALWAYS required to be available to pick up their child within 1 hour. Refunds will not be available for cancellation due to inclement weather or disciplinary action once the program has begun.
