Canoe Kayak Saskatchewan

Last call for youth from the South East Sport, Culture & Recreation District Inc. to learn about competitive paddling and register to compete for the 2024 Saskatchewan Summer Games! This year's games is a great opportunity for even beginner paddlers to learn about canoe & kayak races and participate in some great training sessions over the next few weeks working towards this awesome event.

Check out this session on Friday June 28th from 10am to Noon at the Weyburn Canoe and Kayak Club located in Nickle Lake Regional Park to get involved!

Please feel free to e-mail [email protected] if you have questions about this year's Sask Summer Games.

Calling all interested athletes in the South West sport district! Don’t miss your chance to be a part of the Games!

Thanks Saskatoon for hosting this great developmental event!
Four clubs attended and athletes walked away with some great hardware!

Congrats everyone and big thanks to everyone involved in creating this opportunity for our young athletes!

Yorkton Canoe Kayak Club
Saskatoon Racing Canoe/Kayak Club
Wascana Racing Canoe Club
Wicihitowin Paddling Club

Wishing our SK clubs the best of luck as competition kicks off tomorrow in Montreal!

Spread the news! Please share! Registration begins March 15.

Sunday June 16 - RMCC race in Lumsden. Windy day but great paddling by all!

Great to see young athletes learning the ropes of Marathon paddling! Yorkton Canoe Kayak Club thanks for coming!

Edith from Saskatoon Canoe Club represented her club!

CKS Paddling Development Director (Jessica) and Sask Games & Learn-to-Paddle Coordinator (Max) were able to attend post camp/trials in Prince Albert. Max even got in on the races!

Well done to everyone who attended. RMCC hosts another event in September. Stay tuned to FB or follow them Regina Marathon Canoe Club for more details.

Next Sk marathon race will be in July at SCC. Contact them for more details or stay tuned for social media posts.

Friday June 14th - CKS hosted a youth training camp at Sturgeon Lake (near Prince Albert) for the recruitment and training for the Saskatchewan Summer Games and the Tony Cote Summer Games. 65+ athletes attended and were introduced to/developed skills in Canoeing (Marathon), Kayak (Sprint & Rec), Voyageur Canoe, and Dryland training.

Saturday June 15th - Sask Games and Tony Cote Games team trials were hosted (Northern/Woodland & PAGC/Lakeland). Great weather and great racing!
Athletes even did a sprint kayak race (as it is included in the Tony Cote Games as a demo sport for 2024 to begin recruiting for NAIG!)

Thank you to Kistahpinanihk Paddling Club specifically Danielle and Dwight for all your hard work and helping arrange equipment.

Thank you to Alton Michel for going above and beyond in helping coach at the camp and help facilitate trials!

Thank you to the Northern Lights Community Development Corporation for their support of KPC programming & providing resources/funding.

Thank you to everyone who showed up to cheer athletes on, to the parents and chaperones who got the athletes there, and thank you to the Councils who partnered with us to make the event happen!!

(More photos to come!)

Last Call to Register for the upcoming June CanoeKids Courses?
Do you know that the MED course is required for all Canoe-Kayak Certification pathways?

Sign up today!

All Registration is through RAMP: http://CKS.rampregistrations.com

New RAMP users (Step-by-Step Instructions): https://docs.google.com/document/d/1saxSkFimbJvQvztug3ZrUVSsfQEeU9kJkcQx5Xx0KKw/edit?usp=drive_link

UPDATE: Some tweaks to the upcoming race training sessions at the Wicihitowin Paddling Club, targeted at athletes interested in the 2024 Saskatchewan Summer Games to represent the Rivers West District for Sport, Culture & Recreation!

These are great opportunities to build your skills with members of the club who will be coaching the Rivers West Team. Team Trials are later this month and your can continue this training until the games begin July 21st!

Register by e-mailing [email protected]

Other questions? Contact Max at [email protected]

Still time to register for the final Officials Course for 2024!

Level 1/2 is for anyone helping at local regattas!
Register today!
To Register: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1saxSkFimbJvQvztug3ZrUVSsfQEeU9kJkcQx5Xx0KKw/edit?usp=sharing
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The CanoeKayak Canada Officials program is a structured progressive program involving three levels of Officials. The fourth and final accreditation is obtained through the International Canoe Federation. The program stresses integration of theory, practical and competency based assessment at all levels.
Level 1 - Club Competitions
Level 2 - Divisional competitions/Provincial competitions
Level 3 - Inter-Divisional Competitions/ National Championships/ Canada SummerGames/ Special O

CanoeKayak Canada Officials are trained to ensure two fundamental requirements of any sprint regatta at all levels of competition: Safety and Fairness.
Minimum requirements to become and Official
A. Minimum 16 years of age;
B. Membership to Canoe Kayak Canada; (through CKS)
C. Willing to complete the appropriate training;
D. Commitment to volunteer for a minimum of 2 days per year.

The Saskatoon Racing Canoe/Kayak Club, is Saskatoon's training hub for athletes interested in the 2024 Saskatchewan Summer Games to represent the City of Saskatoon - Your Local Government! Check out these great opportunities to build your skills ahead of the Team Trials later this month and carry this training through until the games themselves beginning July 21st or beyond as part of the SRCC's 2024 racing season!

Find out more at www.saskatoonracingcanoeclub.com

Saskatoon SSG Training Questions? Contact [email protected]

General SSG Questions? Contact Max at [email protected]

Exciting upcoming race training sessions at the Wascana Racing Canoe Club, targeted at athletes interested in the 2024 Saskatchewan Summer Games to represent the City of Regina! Check out these great opportunities to build your skills ahead of the Team Trials later this month and carry this training through until the games themselves beginning July 21st or beyond for the rest of this year's racing season!

Register with the Wascana Racing Canoe Club on their website at wrccpaddle.com or by e-mail at [email protected]

Other questions? Contact Max at [email protected]

Exciting upcoming race training sessions at the Kistahpinanihk Paddling Club , targeted at athletes interested in the 2024 Saskatchewan Summer Games to represent the Lakeland District for Sport, Culture & Recreation ! Check out these great opportunities to build your skills ahead of the Team Trials later this month and carry this training through until the games themselves beginning July 21st!

Register at tinyurl.com/KPC-FORMS. Forms can be dropped off at the Boat house or by e-mail to [email protected]

Questions? Contact Max at [email protected]

Exciting upcoming race training sessions at the FireSong Paddling Club, targeted at athletes interested in the 2024 Saskatchewan Summer Games to represent the Rivers West District for Sport, Culture & Recreation! Check out these great opportunities to build your skills ahead of the Team Trials later this month and carry this training through until the games themselves beginning July 21st!

Register by emailing [email protected]

Questions? Contact Max at [email protected]

Exciting upcoming race training sessions at the Wicihitowin Paddling Club , targeted at athletes interested in the 2024 Saskatchewan Summer Games to represent the West District for Sport, Culture & Recreation! Check out these great opportunities to build your skills ahead of the Team Trials later this month and carry this training through until the games themselves beginning July 21st!

Register by emailing [email protected]

Other questions? Contact Max at [email protected]

Exciting upcoming race training sessions at the Weyburn Canoe and Kayak Club , targeted at athletes interested in the 2024 Saskatchewan Summer Games to represent the East Sport, Culture & Recreation District Inc. ! Check out these great opportunities to build your skills ahead of the Team Trials later this month and carry this training through until the games themselves beginning July 21st!

Register at tinyurl.com/SSG-WCKC

Questions? Contact Max at [email protected]

Exciting upcoming race training sessions at the Moose Jaw Canoe and Kayak Club , targeted at athletes interested in the 2024 Saskatchewan Summer Games to represent the South West District for Culture, Recreation, and Sport ! Check out these great opportunities to build your skills ahead of the Team Trials later this month!

Register at tinyurl.com/SSG-MJCKC and e-mail [email protected]

Other Questions? Contact Max at [email protected]

Exciting upcoming training sessions at the Yorkton Canoe Kayak Club, targeted at athletes interested in the 2024 Saskatchewan Summer Games to represent the Parkland Valley Sport, Culture & Recreation District! Check out these great opportunities to build your skills ahead of the Team Trials later this month and carry this training through until the games themselves beginning July 21st!

Register at tinyurl.com/SSG-YCKC

Questions? Contact Max at [email protected]

Are you interested in developing your race paddling skills? Are you looking to compete at the 2024 Saskatchewan Summer Games or Tony Cote Summer Games?

Check out these Training Developmental Camps upcoming as a great opportunity to gain experience in the boats and build your skills!

June 14th - Prince Albert supported by the Kistahpinanihk Paddling Club
June 15th - Regina supported by the Regina Marathon Canoe Club
June 22nd - Saskatoon supported by the Saskatoon Racing Canoe/Kayak Club and the Saskatoon Canoe Club

To register for these camps, head to cks.rampregistrations.com

Questions? Reach out to Max at [email protected]

Have you registered for the upcoming CanoeKids Courses?
Do you know that the MED course is required for all Canoe-Kayak Certification pathways?

Sign up today!

All Registration is through RAMP: http://CKS.rampregistrations.com

New RAMP users (Step-by-Step Instructions): https://docs.google.com/document/d/1saxSkFimbJvQvztug3ZrUVSsfQEeU9kJkcQx5Xx0KKw/edit?usp=drive_link

Come try out kayaking or canoeing with us!!!

Don't forget to register for Coaching & Officials courses!

All registrations through RAMP cks.rampregistrations.com

New users will need to create an account then click "camps and clinics".

Don't forget to register for the Level 3 Official Course!

To Register: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1saxSkFimbJvQvztug3ZrUVSsfQEeU9kJkcQx5Xx0KKw/edit?usp=sharing

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The CanoeKayak Canada Officials program is a structured progressive program involving three levels of Officials. The fourth and final accreditation is obtained through the International Canoe Federation. The program stresses integration of theory, practical and competency based assessment at all levels.
Level 1 - Club Competitions
Level 2 - Divisional competitions/Provincial competitions
Level 3 - Inter-Divisional Competitions/ National Championships/ Canada SummerGames/ Special O

CanoeKayak Canada Officials are trained to ensure two fundamental requirements of any sprint regatta at all levels of competition: Safety and Fairness.
Minimum requirements to become and Official
A. Minimum 16 years of age;
B. Membership to Canoe Kayak Canada; (through CKS)
C. Willing to complete the appropriate training;
D. Commitment to volunteer for a minimum of 2 days per year.

Open house in Prince Albert today!

Today’s the day! 5-7 check out the boathouse and find out what you can do on the river this summer!

Last week to Sign up for the Paddle Canada - Waterfront Instructor Course on June 8 & 9, 2024 in Prince Albert!

Cost is $350/participants.

Course is perfect for: Camp counsellors, canoe club leaders, scout and guide leaders and others who want to teach fundamental paddling skills through games!

Registration is through RAMP: http://CKS.rampregistrations.com

Registration Steps: https://docs.google.com/document/d/17UTyEHvS9BmQwlcm9I4ckCG3Zdn-zXISWA71RiRnwHg/edit?usp=sharing

Registration is open for the following NCCP courses!

All Registration is through RAMP: http://CKS.rampregistrations.com

New RAMP users (Step-by-Step Instructions): https://docs.google.com/document/d/1saxSkFimbJvQvztug3ZrUVSsfQEeU9kJkcQx5Xx0KKw/edit?usp=drive_link

INSTRUCTOR COURSE ANNOUNCEMENT!!

Kistahpinanihk Paddling Club (Prince Albert) & CKS will be hosting a Paddle Canada - Waterfront Instructor Course on June 8 & 9, 2024.

Cost is $350/participants.

Course is perfect for: Camp counsellors, canoe club leaders, scout and guide leaders and others who want to teach fundamental paddling skills through games!

Registration is through RAMP: http://CKS.rampregistrations.com

Registration Steps: https://docs.google.com/document/d/17UTyEHvS9BmQwlcm9I4ckCG3Zdn-zXISWA71RiRnwHg/edit?usp=sharing