Peterborough Canoe and Kayak Club
Help us welcome our NEW Head Coach, Zoe Bergeron!
Zoe will be coaching all of our Adult & Special Olympic Programs, and our New Youth High(er) Performance program.
NEW Programs to Check Out:
YOUTH
- July 2-4 Leadership Program (ages 13-16)
- July 7-Aug. 1 High(er) Performance Program for returning paddlers (coached by National Team Canoeist Zoe Bergeron!!
- Aug. 18-22 - DRAGON WEEK!! Dragon Boat Training for ages 8-16. (Minimum registration numbers required to run this program)
It's not all about the kids!
ADULTS:
- NEW Head Start Program - returning paddlers start training in June - ready to start racing in July! By popular request!
- NEW FORMAT Masters Community Program - choose Tuesday OR Thursday, OR BOTH!!
- NEW Small Crew Dragon Boat Program - Thanks in part to the Ontario Trillium Foundation. Learn and practice Dragon Boat paddling technique with personalized training in a small crew environment! Half the boat, all the fun!!
If you have any questions, email us at info@pckc.ca.
Get ready, Special Olympians! We have THREE registration options for you! GOLD, GREEN and RED
Registration for each program is password protected. Please contact Angela Shearer for your password.
All SO athletes who can steer independently and hold position on the start line are welcome to participate in regattas (including Touring athletes in the GREEN Program). Our first regatta is July 13 in Ottawa and our second one is July 26 or 27, also in Ottawa. Mark your calendars!
Special Olympics - GREEN
$200.00
Waitlist Only! This package is full and is accepting only for the waiting list.
THURSDAYS 3:15pm - 4:30pm July 3 - August 21 (8 sessions) $200
This program is for Special Olympians who are new to sprint paddling, or just want to paddle for fun. There will be a variety of accessible canoes and kayaks available, to ensure paddlers of all skill levels are safe and comfortable at all times.
Athletes in this training group who can steer independently and hold their position on a starting line are eligible to compete in regattas! Woo hooo!
A password is required to register for this program. Please contact Angela Shearer (Angela.Shearer@sympatico.ca) for the password.
REGISTER NOW (Special Olympics/PaddleAll) Special Olympics - RED
$200.00
Limited Space Available
THURSDAYS 4:45pm - 6:00pm July 3 - August 21 (8 weeks) $200
This program is perfect for returning paddlers who have a need for speed! Paddlers will be introduced to increasingly challenging boats, and will develop balance and paddling technique. Paddlers in Pro Kayaks should expect to spend some training time in a K-2 this season (twice the fun, and triple the racing opportunities!). We will use practice races to celebrate improvements and prepare paddlers for regattas. (Race fees and transportation are not included in program registration.) Racing is not mandatory ... but it's so much fun! Meet and compete with Special Olympians from other Clubs in Ontario.
* Any paddlers capable of steering independently and holding position on a starting line are eligible to compete in a regatta.
A password is required to register for this program. Please contact Angela Shearer (Angela.Shearer@sympatico.ca) for the password.
REGISTER NOW (Special Olympics/PaddleAll) Special Olympics - GOLD
$200.00
Limited Space Available
WEDNESDAYS 4:45-6:00pm July 2 - August 20 (8 sessions) $200
This program is for Special Olympians who have paddled with us before, and are considering competing in a regatta. Whether you paddle a touring or pro style boat, you may compete in regattas as long as you can steer independently and hold your position on a starting line.
There will be a variety of accessible canoes and kayaks available at practices, to ensure paddlers of all skill levels are safe and comfortable at all times. Paddlers can expect to paddle single kayaks, and 2-person kayaks - twice the fun!
A password is required to register for this program. Please contact Angela Shearer (Angela.Shearer@sympatico.ca) for the password.
REGISTER NOW (Special Olympics/PaddleAll)
Junior Camps: Ages 8-11
Senior Camps: Ages 11-14
Questions about any of our summer camps? Email us here!
NEW!!! Leadership Program
$310.00
Limited Space Available
NEW! Youth Leadership Program (July 2-4, 9am - 3:30pm) Ages 13 - 16 $310
How do you get a job without any work experience? We can help! This 3-day Leadership Camp will help prepare youth for volunteer positions or employment by introducing employment skills and leadership principles. Course includes:
- Standard First Aid and CPR (AED) Certification (included in registration)
- Basic Leadership Skills - applicable anywhere, but some emphasis on leadership within Canoe/kayak camps, in particular
- Coaching Skills (with emphasis on coaching Canoe/Kayak technique) - featuring National Team Canoeist Zoe Bergeron
- Next Steps - how to build your resume, and stand out
- and, of course, paddling - personalized coaching from Zoe Bergeron!!
Participants will have the opportunities to volunteer with PCKC in the 2025 season to complete high school volunteer hours. Participants will be given special consideration for Camp Staff employment opportunities in 2026.
REGISTER NOW (Day Camp/Summer Camp) Youth Sprint Program 1 (Junior)
$350.00
Limited Space Available
July 7-11, 9am-1pm, Ages 8-11, $350
This one week, half day program is suitable for beginners and experienced paddlers, alike. A combination of on-water and on-land activities will have your paddler picking up new skills, developing confidence, and making friends.
REGISTER NOW (Day Camp/Summer Camp) Youth Sprint Program 2 (Senior)
$350.00
Limited Space Available
July 14-18, 9am-1pm, Ages 11-14, $350
This one week, half day program is suitable for beginners and experienced paddlers, alike. A combination of on-water and on-land activities will have your paddler picking up new skills, developing confidence, and making friends.
REGISTER NOW (Day Camp/Summer Camp) Youth Sprint Program 3 (Junior)
$350.00
Limited Space Available
July 21-25, 9am - 1pm $350 (Ages 8-11)
This one week, half day program is suitable for beginners and experienced paddlers, alike. A combination of on-water and on-land activities will have your paddler picking up new skills, developing confidence, and making friends.
REGISTER NOW (Day Camp/Summer Camp) Youth - High(er) Performance Sprint Training Program
$245.00
Limited Space Available
NEW PROGRAM!
Coached by National Team Canoeist Zoe Bergeron!
Mondays Wednesdays and Fridays (1:30-3:30pm) July 7 - Aug. 1 (12 practices) $420 $245 *** Prorated Registration - you only pay for remaining practices!!
Paddlers will fine-tune their technique, and see meaningful improvements in speed. This is a higher intensity training, compared to our morning programs.
This program is suitable for paddlers to stay, following the morning program or for those who just want standalone afternoon training.
REGISTER NOW (Sprint Recreational Youth Member)
Masters Paddling
It's not about how fast you paddle - it's about having fun! Whether you're a beginner, or returning to the sport after many years, you'll fit right in!
Bring along a sense of humour (and maybe a dry change of clothes!) and see what you can accomplish out on Little Lake!
Racing options are available to paddlers aged 25+.
DRAGON BOAT 1 (Small Crew)
$90.00
Limited Space Available
NEW PROGRAM! Mondays and Wednesdays 6:30-8:00pm June 16-25 (4 evenings) $120
What is Small Crew Dragon Boat Training, anyway?? Half the Boat (almost) and All the Workout!
We paddle a boat that holds about 6-8 adults - aside from the footboards, it will feel just like a dragon boat, complete with a coach in the back, calling the shots and helping to steer. The small group provides opportunity for individual feedback on technique. Coached by National Team Canoeist Zoe Bergeron! You're in for a great workout!
Note: We will re-offer this program again during July/August. If there's LOTS of interest, we're bringing out the full size dragon boat, so tell your friends!! Everything's more fun with a full crew! If you're really interested in full-crew training, let us know! (info@pckc.ca)
REGISTER NOW (Dragon Boat) Masters HEAD START
$160.00
Limited Space Available
NEW PROGRAM!!
Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:30 - 8pm June 17, 19, 24 and 26. (4 practices) $160
You asked us to get on the water earlier! Here's your chance! Join National Team Canoeist Zoe Bergeron for a great Pre-season training program that will shake off the rust and cobwebs, and get those muscles primed for the season!
This training program is intended for returning paddlers, only.
Target Regattas for Masters are July 13, July 19, and July 26/27. (There are a couple of late season regattas too.)
REGISTER NOW (Sprint Recreational Adult Member) Masters - TUESDAY
$245.00
Limited Space Available
TUESDAYS 6:30-8pm, July 8 - August 19. (7 practices) $245
REGISTER NOW (Sprint Recreational Adult Member) Masters - THURSDAY
$245.00
Limited Space Available
THURSDAYS 6:30-8pm, July 10 - August 21. (7 practices) $245
REGISTER NOW (Sprint Recreational Adult Member) Masters - TUES + THUR
$465.00
Limited Space Available
Tuesday and Thursday nights 6:30-8pm July 8 - Aug. 21 (14 practices) $465
REGISTER NOW (Sprint Recreational Adult Member)