Cadet Programs
The ORR offers development of whitewater kayak skills for children/cadets (under age 15), through slalom focused sessions and beginner river runs taught by club coaches. Participants must have appropriate skill levels entering the program, as assessed by instructors or the head coach. Slalom programs focus on kayaking as a competitive sport, but at the introductory level, it is all about improving skills and having fun. This program is open to club members only. Some equipment (including slalom boats) is available for loan for those without their own equipment.
The Cadets I Program (0-1 years of paddling and slalom experience) is a new program for those interested in learning slalom skills, working on paddling technique and doing group workouts.
This is intended for graduates of our L1 or L2 summer camps or equivalent. There will be an Intro/Recruitment Camp from June 26th-27th, 2 sessions/week during the summer, and 1 session/week during September. Cadets can also participate in the Evening Youth Sessions to get more practice on the whitewater, and are invited to join in on beginner level cadet river runs. More time on the water, and a variety of activities makes better paddlers! The program includes optional participation at the "Cookie Race" and other local competitions. Note that, with the appropriate assessment by club instructors, participation in the ongoing coached sessions is possible, without participating in the June Intro/Recruitment Camp,
Pricing Options:
Full summer - $300
10 session pack - $170
July month pass - $105
August month pass - $140
September month pass - $75
Please also refer to the News Item about the Intro/Recruitment Youth Slalom Camp.
The Cadets II Program (1-3 years of paddling and slalom experience) is well established, and requires coach recruitment to join.
Outdoor sessions begin in May, with evening and weekend instruction, moving to daytime instruction during the summer. Instruction is approximately twice a week. The program includes a mini-camp in the summer, a number of river runs, and optional participation at the "Cookie Race" and other races. The 2009 outdoor program ran from June until October.
In 2010 the Cadets will have the opportunity to travel to Minden, Ontario, to attend a training camp and participate in the Canadian National Championships on the Gull River.
Cadets II Program Online Registration (not yet available for 2010)
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Winter instruction is provided in the pool from January through March. Details regarding the 2010 winter program are available on the Winter Clinics/Pool Session page.
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Contact us for further information about the program
Online Registration (not yet available for 2010)