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Racing Development

The Racing Development program is designed for youth between the ages of 7 and 14 years old. All children are welcome, as the program is for both experienced and inexperienced paddlers, and introduces children to the sport of sprint canoeing and kayaking. Participants will learn to paddle canoes and all kayaks; singles (K1), doubles (K2) and fours (K4).

Although there are three age categories within this program (Atom, Peewee and Bantam), all of the athletes train together in a group environment. All athletes will have the opportunity to compete in age class local regattas. Please check our website for the Regatta Schedule.

The Atom season culminates in the Western Ontario Division Atom Championships, while the Peewees and Bantams have the opportunity to race at the Trillium regatta (qualification necessary).

Age groups (age of athlete in Jan 1 of year of season):

Atom: under 11 years old
Peewee: under 13 years old
Bantam: under 15 years old

The Racing Development Program will include:
  • Individual and team activities
  • On water instruction and training
  • Water safety
  • Social activities
  • Dry land training
The program seasonal timing runs as follows:

Summer program: April to August
Winter program: September to February


During winter the Racing Development continues to train with dry land activities at the Lake Wilcox Community Center.

For more information email : register@rhcc.on.ca 

** A move from this group into the Advanced group must be approved by our Head Coach