Learn-to-Paddle

Cheema strives to provide opportunities for anyone in the community to learn and take part in our great sport. Three times a week from June 17th to September 20th we offer one-hour paddling lessons for beginners.  If you want to be comfortable in a recreational canoe, surfski, paddle war canoe or dragonboat, or maybe advance to racing canoes and kayaks, this program will provide you with the skill and fitness base to do so. 
You can graduate to another program when you feel ready or stay in the program for as long as you like.  Participants will be taught:
  • safety procedures
  • getting in and out and setting up in the boat
  • equipment selection and proper paddle grip
  • the basics of coordination, rhythm, and propulsion
  • learn to develop stability and confidence in various boats
Sessions take place Tuesday and Thursdays, 6:30-7:30pm; 8:00am on Saturdays.
  • Session-1 June 17th - August 2nd
  • Session-2 August 5th - September 20th. 
The program is available in two 6-week sessions; however, you can contact our registrar at any time to switch to another program when you feel you are ready. Your remaining fees will be credited against the new program. 
Fees:  $210 per 6 week program.     
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