Programs - Adults
For further information on all programs, please contact the RCKC Program Coordinator at programs@rckc.ca.
Each participant must have a RCKC Health form and a CKBC Insurance/Membership form completed by their legal guardian or parent if under 19 years old or by the participant 19 years and over. Participants should wear clothes suitable for water activities (no jeans or cotton) that dry quickly. A change of clothing is always a good idea for afterwards. If the weather is cool, fleece tops will make the activity more comfortable. Participants should use sunscreen and wear a hat.
Adult Learn To Paddle
Age: 16 Years and Up
Learn proper posture, balance, steering, stroke technique and basic water safety skills in kayaks on Whonnock Lake. Instruction given by Ridge Canoe and Kayak Club coaches and all equipment is included.
Location: RCKC Boathouse at Whonnock Lake
To register:
Maple Ridge Parks and Recreation at www.recreg4u.ca or phone (604) 465–2470.
- Select the tab "Find a Program."
- Enter the Barcode Number and click on Search.
- Or, click on "Advanced Search."
- Complex: Whonnock Lake Centre
- Keyword: canoe or kayak or paddling
- Click on the link to the program you are registering for.
- Click on Add to register.
| Date | Days / Times | Fee | Registration Number | Forms To Bring To The Coach |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 6-15, 2015 | M, W: 6:30pm - 8:00pm |
$126 | 203305 | |
| Jul 20-29, 2015 | M, W: 6:30pm - 8:00pm |
$126 | 203306 | |
| Aug 10-19, 2015 | M, W: 6:30pm - 8:00pm |
$126 | 203307 |
Masters Fitness Kayaking
Age: 19 Years and Up
This program is for adults with previous paddling experience who are interested in a paddling fitness program. The minimum requirement is a completion of the Ridge Canoe And Kayak Club's "Adult Learn To Kayak" program or a demonstration of equivalent paddling experience. Light Marathon Master sprint boats will be used to teach the course, so you must be able to balance these boats to participate. All equipment is provided by RCKC.
Coach: Tessa Nagai
Location: Boathouse at Whonnock Lake
To register, contact the RCKC Program Coordinator at programs@rckc.ca .
| Date | Days / Times | Fee | Forms To Bring To The Coach |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring and Summer Apr 1-Sep 30, 2015 |
Tu,Th: 6:00pm - 8:00pm Sa: 11:00am - 1:00pm |
$250 Club Membership Fee (one per family) + $170 Coaching Fee + $45 Insurance Fee |
|
| Fall and Winter Oct 1, 2015 - Mar 31, 2016 |
TBA | TBA |
High Performance Masters Competitive Program
Age: 19 Years and Up
The Masters Competitive program is designed for participants with previous paddling experience who want to race flatwater canoes or kayaks. Paddlers who have completed the RCKC "Adult Learn To Kayak" program are encouraged to join. Meet new friends, and enjoy travelling throughout Canada and internationally to compete within your own age group in single and team boats. All equipment is provided by RCKC.
Coach: Tessa Nagai
Location: Boathouse at Whonnock Lake
To register, contact the RCKC Program Coordinator at programs@rckc.ca .
| Date | Days / Times | Fee | Forms To Bring To The Coach |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring and Summer Apr 1-Sep 30, 2015 |
Tu,Th: 6:00pm - 8:00pm Sa: 11:00am - 1:00pm plus an additional two practices a week with any other group |
$250 Club Membership Fee (one per family) + $385 Coaching Fee + $100 Regatta Fee + $45 Insurance Fee |
|
| Fall and Winter Oct 1, 2015 - Mar 31, 2016 |
TBA | TBA |
Dragon Boat Program
Age: 19 Years and Up
RCKC's adult dragon boat team is "Dragon Ridge." Meet other enthusiastic paddlers while you are paddling for fitness or for competitions. We are a mixed adult team. Racing is optional.
Coach: Omar Said
Location: Boathouse at Whonnock Lake
To register, contact the Dragon Boat Coordinator at dragonboat@rckc.ca or the RCKC Program Coordinator at programs@rckc.ca .
Adult Weight Training
Age: 19 Years and Up
To keep the paddling muscles trained all year round, and to be ready for the following Spring sessions, a weight training program is offered for adults. You can train light or you can train competitively. This is an opportunity to meet paddlers from other disciplines. The program is popular with the dragon boat team, kayakers, and parents of the athletes.
To register, contact the RCKC Program Coordinator at programs@rckc.ca .
| Date | Days / Times | Fee | Forms To Bring To The Coach |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall and Winter Oct 1, 2015 - Mar 31, 2016 |
TBA | TBA |
| Age_Categories | Fees | Coverage | |
| Masters | $45 | Liability & accident coverage | |
| Masters Fitness Weight Training / Dragon Boat | $9 | Liability Only | |
| Adult Programs | $9 | Liability Only | |
| Other | $9 | Liability Only | |
| Coach | $25 | Liability & accident coverage | |
| Volunteer / Official | $7 | Liability & accident coverage |