Join Courtney at Petawawa Point beginning at 8 am on Saturday July 10 for a 2-hour basic skills course or 4-hour advanced skills course and receive a Paddle Canada certificate of completion.

Basic Skills Course

8 am - 10 am

Learn to paddle safely in calm and windy conditions. A great entry point to gain skill, comfort, and confidence on the water and to fine-tune the basics if you are just beginning. Learn about SUP and safety equipment, falling and remounting safely, proper sizing, and use of a SUP paddle. Practice the key paddling strokes to maneuver the paddleboard and have more enjoyable paddles.

Paddle Canada Course ID 74269

$75 Bring Your Own Board

$95 with Equipment Rental

Successful demonstration of skills will result in being awarded a Paddle Canada Basic Flatwater Skills Certificate.

Advanced Skills Course

Pre-requisites: Basic Skills or Equivalent Experience. An advanced skills course is recommended for anyone who has been paddleboarding and wants to master advanced paddle strokes, venture out in more challenging conditions, play with foot positions (use more space on the board, very fun), gain knowledge on board design, paddle more efficiently and powerfully, learn about risk assessment and management, conquer a pivot turn, and practice technique for paddling in waves. An advanced skills class can benefit paddlers wanting to do day trips and touring or racing, as well as folks who have never taken a lesson and don’t yet know what they don’t know. You’ll leave having unlocked new levels of fun and skill. Emphasis on skill development, keeping the paddle connected with the water, and movement all over the board. An advanced skills course is a requirement for any paddlers wishing to become Paddle Canada instructors.

8 am - 12 pm

Paddle Canada Course ID 74270

$150 Bring Your Own Board

$175 with Equipment Rental

Successful demonstration of skills will result in being awarded a Paddle Canada Advanced Flatwater Skills Certificate.