PADDLE CANADA COURSE
Quick Details
- Ages: 13+
- Duration: 5 to 8 Hours
- Difficulty: Beginner-Intermediate!
- Waterfront Kayaking Course: June 22 & Aug 24th 2025
- Basic Sea Kayaking Course: July 27 & Sept 14 2025
- Check out our Frequent Paddler Pass for discounts on Rentals & Events!
Start your paddleboarding journey on the Humber River!
BASIC SEA KAYAKING COURSE
2025 DATES:
- July 27th
- September 14th
DURATION:
8 Hours
Begin your sea kayaking career with confidence by joining our Paddle Canada Basic Sea Kayaking Certification Course!
Our experienced Paddle Canada certified guides join you on a day of learning and fun as we teach, practice and evaluate Basic Sea Kayaking Skills. This is the perfect course to take in order to begin your sea kayaking career or compliment your existing skills and gain a nationally recognized certification.
DIFFICULTY:
A moderate level of physical fitness is required. All participants must be able to perform a wet-exit an an assisted re-entry into a sea kayak for a full pass.
WATERFRONT KAYAKING COURSE
2025 DATES:
- June 22nd
- August 24th
DURATION:
5 Hours
Begin your kayaking career with confidence by joining our Paddle Canada Waterfront Kayaking Certification Course. Our experienced Paddle Canada certified guides join you on a day of learning and fun as we teach, practice and evaluate Waterfront Kayaking Skills. This is the perfect course to take in order to begin your kayaking career or compliment your foundational skills and gain a nationally recognized certification!
DIFFICULTY:
A moderate level of physical fitness and the ability to confidently swim 15 meters is required. All participants must be able to perform a wet-exit & return safely to shore.
What to bring:
- Dress in wet gear suitable for the water and weather!
- Something to secure your shades so they don’t fall in and sink!
- Sunscreen, sunglasses & hats are all recommended for sunny days!
- Towel
- Change of clothes
- Snacks, water/beverage and a lunch
- Paper and pen/pencil
- Photo ID
PLEASE NOTE FOR FALL COURSES: WETSUIT or other COLD WEATHER SUBMERSION CLOTHING is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. We will be capsizing our boats and getting into the water.
*If you select the Course Only option, you must bring your own kayak, paddle, spray skirt, PFD and safety kit as well.
Events are subject to weather and other factors out of our control. If we must cancel or delay an event we will let you know as soon as possible. Minimum 3 attendees required to run a course.

PADDLE CANADA COURSE
Single Kayak
Course and Equipment Rental Package • 1 Adult or One Child (13 Years+) |
CA$130 |
Bring Your Own
Course Only • Does not include rentals • Bring your own (sit-in) Kayak and safety equipment |
CA$100 |
PADDLE CANADA COURSE
Single Kayak
Course and Equipment Rental Package • 1 Adult or One Child (13 Years+) |
CA$130 |
Bring Your Own
Course Only • Does not include rentals • Bring your own (sit-in)Kayak and safety equipment |
CA$100 |
Quick Details
- Ages: 13+
- Duration: 5 to 8 Hours
- Difficulty: Beginner-Intermediate!
- Waterfront Kayaking Course: June 22 & Aug 24th 2025
- Basic Sea Kayaking Course: July 27 & Sept 14 2025
- Check out our Frequent Paddler Pass for discounts on Rentals & Events!
Start your paddleboarding journey on the Humber River!
BASIC SEA KAYAKING COURSE
2025 DATES:
- July 27th
- September 14th
DURATION:
8 Hours
Begin your sea kayaking career with confidence by joining our Paddle Canada Basic Sea Kayaking Certification Course!
Our experienced Paddle Canada certified guides join you on a day of learning and fun as we teach, practice and evaluate Basic Sea Kayaking Skills. This is the perfect course to take in order to begin your sea kayaking career or compliment your existing skills and gain a nationally recognized certification.
DIFFICULTY:
A moderate level of physical fitness is required. All participants must be able to perform a wet-exit an an assisted re-entry into a sea kayak for a full pass.
WATERFRONT KAYAKING COURSE
2025 DATES:
- June 23rd
- August 11th
DURATION:
5 Hours
Begin your kayaking career with confidence by joining our Paddle Canada Waterfront Kayaking Certification Course. Our experienced Paddle Canada certified guides join you on a day of learning and fun as we teach, practice and evaluate Waterfront Kayaking Skills. This is the perfect course to take in order to begin your kayaking career or compliment your foundational skills and gain a nationally recognized certification!
DIFFICULTY:
A moderate level of physical fitness and the ability to confidently swim 15 meters is required. All participants must be able to perform a wet-exit & return safely to shore.
What to bring:
- Dress in wet gear suitable for the water and weather!
- Something to secure your shades so they don’t fall in and sink!
- Sunscreen, sunglasses & hats are all recommended for sunny days!
- Towel
- Change of clothes
- Snacks, water/beverage and a lunch
- Paper and pen/pencil
- Photo ID
PLEASE NOTE FOR FALL COURSES: WETSUIT or other COLD WEATHER SUBMERSION CLOTHING is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. We will be capsizing our boats and getting into the water.
*If you select the Course Only option, you must bring your own kayak, paddle, spray skirt, PFD and safety kit as well.
Events are subject to weather and other factors out of our control. If we must cancel or delay an event we will let you know as soon as possible. Minimum 3 attendees required to run a course.
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