Youth Canoe & Kayak Learn to Race on Flatwater
Do you like being on the water, being part of a team competing in individual and multi-person events. The 4th largest Olympic sport, Canoe/Kayak racing combines skill, teamwork, endurance and strength in single, double and four-person events. With this life-long sport, we strive to help you develop your physical capacities, as well as learn important life skills such as love of sport and exercise, goal setting, discipline, and passion for life. Lifelong friendships are formed, experiences are shared, and character is built.The sixth ranked team in the United States; at Cascade we incorporate the latest scientific training methods in developing great paddlers and great people. Every one in our program paddles every day in an atmosphere of challenge and self-discovery. And, we have lots of fun! The skills learned in this program are a prerequisite for our sprint-racing team.
Our Team is lead by former US National Team member, National Team coach and 2003 World Championships US National Team Leader, Dan Henderson.
To learn more, come by our Racing Team Open House on April 17 or June 19, or simply visit us at the boathouse any hours we’re open.
No Prior canoe or kayak experience is required.
Prerequisite Swim 50 yards
Ages 10- 15
Cost $195 Includes equipment.
Schedule Spring Session: May 4 – June 18, Tu, Th & Fr 4:30-7:00, then race with our team in Seattle on June 13 & 14 and train and race throughout the summer.
Summer Session: June 28 – July 23, Mo - Fr 11:30-1:00, 5 weeks, and race with and train and race throughout the summer.
Location Renton Boathouse
You can register in person, over the phone or by filling out our Registration Form
