Bow Valley Kayak Club
Canmore
See our calendar587-585-8711 / [email protected]
Committed to promoting kayaking courses and community in the Bow Valley! The Bow Valley Kayak Club was formed in the Fall of 2004. The objectives of the club are: To promote the sport of kayaking to all residents of the Bow Valley. To encourage youth participation in the sport. To offer training in safe and fun paddling. To offer high-quality paddle sport events of all types to BVKC members and the general public which will introduce many new paddlers to the sport each year.
Programs
Adult "zero to hero" beginner 6 week program
Adult Program ages 16+ all abilities. one evening per week from 17:30-21:30 Equipment and instruction provided Maximum ratio 1-6 You will need: Full change of clothes, food, water, lots of warm layers. Also must have bow valley kayak club membership
$325.00
More info and Dates keyboard_arrow_rightwhitewater skills improvement program.
All ages comfortable paddling Class 2 moving water. Ability to roll in easy water. 6 week program, one evening per week, six consecutive weeks Equipment and instruction provided Maximum ratio 1-8 You will need: Full change of clothes, food, water, lots of warm layers. Also must have bow valley kayak club membership
$325.00
More info and Dates keyboard_arrow_right"zero to hero" five day introductory whitewater program
Ages 11-100 All abilities. Monday to Friday from 09:00-17:00. Progress from flatwater to moving water. Equipment and instruction provided. Maximum ratio of 1-6. You will need a full change of clothes, food, water, lots of warm layers. Also must have bow valley kayak club membership
$420.00
More info and Dates keyboard_arrow_rightmake a splash! paddlesports program
Ages 7+ all abilities. wednesday - Friday from 10:00 - 16:00 Flatwater/flat-but-moving water. Equipment and instruction provided Maximum ratio 1-6 You will need: Full change of clothes, food, water, lots of warm layers. Also must have bow valley kayak club membership
$250.00
More info and Dates keyboard_arrow_rightBeyond the Basics!
Ages 11-100 Confident kayaking on class 1 moving water including eddy-turns. equipment and instruction Included. You will need a full change of clothes, food, water, and lots of warm layers. Must have bow valley kayak club membership.
$325.00
More info and Dates keyboard_arrow_rightAll Ages "zero to hero" beginner 6 week program
youth/ family Program ages 11+ all abilities. one evening per week from 17:30-21:00 Equipment and instruction provided Maximum ratio 1-6 You will need: Full change of clothes, food, water, lots of warm layers. Also must have bow valley kayak club membership
$325.00
More info and Dates keyboard_arrow_rightLadies night! Individual session.
Wednesday is woman's day! Weekly, evening, guided trips from 1800-2100! Led by 2 female CKC Coaches. Novice+ ability levels welcome. Participants Must have completed a beginner program. Must be BVKC members. Cost $25 pn or block bookings are $20 pn Bookings are transferrable but this program is NON-REFUNDABLE
$25.00
More info and Dates keyboard_arrow_rightLadies night! 4 consecutive sessions.
Wednesday is woman's day! Weekly, evening, guided trips from 1800-2100! Led by 2 female CKC Coaches. Novice+ ability levels welcome. Participants Must have completed a beginner program. Must be BVKC members. Cost $25 pn or block bookings are $20 pn Bookings are transferrable but this program is NON-REFUNDABLE
$80.00
More info and Dates keyboard_arrow_rightslalom kayak paddle-fit program
Slalom Kayaking-style sessions. Led by a competitive coach and current Alberta Slalom athlete. All equipment provided. For a paddling work-out, fun, and progression. All ages 8+. Pre requirements: beginner course completed/ eddy turns on simple moving water. 1830-1930 Wednesday evenings. BVKC Membership required. $130 for four weeks
$130.00
More info and Dates keyboard_arrow_rightelevation place rolling class
rolling class at elevation place in canmore. Pool is booked from 1830-2030 Meeting at 1800 at EP car park to get gear inside and be launching for 1830 must bring own equipment You'll need boat, paddle, sprayskirt, and swimming kit. contact: [email protected] Robbie: 587-585-8711
$50.00
More info and Dates keyboard_arrow_rightTuesday night paddle
This is non refundable. A tuesday night paddle for the bvkc course graduates. led by one of our many trained instructors within the club. 5 bucks a head. NON REFUNDABLE! you need to sort out your own equipment. meeting places are confirmed on the monday before. meeting at 1800 or 1830 (also confirmed on the monday before). only available to Course graduates. All equipment borrowing rules apply. https://www.bowvalleykayak.com/members-area
$5.00
More info and Dates keyboard_arrow_rightpool and lake instructor ASSESSMENT
$75.00
More info and Dates keyboard_arrow_rightIntermediate skills session
Aimed at confident class 2 paddlers A roll desirable must bring/borrow own equipment. content will be tailored to group
$40.00
More info and Dates keyboard_arrow_rightEddies and ferries on the lower kananaskis (a "beyond the basics" type session)
Novice-intermediate level class. Not suitable for new beginners. must have completed a beginner program and have experience paddling class 2. Equipment included meet at the container (if you need gear) at 1600 or canoe meadows at 1630. must be a Bow Valley Kayak Club member.
$50.00
More info and Dates keyboard_arrow_rightBVKC Pool Canoe Polo 2021-2022 Season pass
Non-refundable Taking part AT YOUR OWN RISK Playboat canoe polo Bow Valley Kayak Club members only Elevation Elace Swimming Pool, Canmore 1830-2030 you will need your own foot foam for the playboats. you can bring your own playboat if you have one. PADDLES - must be ATLEAST 3mm thick at the edge of the blades. Blade edges must be covered. PFD'S MUST BE WORN. Kayaks must have no sharp edges, protrusions. Helmets with face protection must be worn. Need a solid roll. All ages. please do read description.