PHILADELPHIA CANOE CLUB TRAINING:

Philadelphia Canoe Club offers training in many forms of paddling: Recreational canoeing and kayaking, Flat and moving water, Whitewater kayaking and canoeing, rolling, strokes for novice and intermediate paddlers, the PCC has ACA (American Canoe Association) certified instruction available in all of these areas year round. Check out our class schedules for the training that fits what you want to learn, and get out on the water!  After successful completion of your class, you are welcome to paddle with PCC on level appropriate river trips and practice sessions. Come paddle with us. 

Students must be comfortable in and on the water. As a safety training requirement, you will be supervised by your instructor to capsize your boat and swim in the water wearing a life jacket.

PRE-SEASON PADDLING CLINIC (indoors only)

April 23, 2025  (Wednesday, 6-8 pm)

I LOVE TO BE OUT ON THE WATER -- BUT HOW CAN I GET STARTED?

Instructors: Laura Lipkin and Linda Galyon

Do you love to be out on the water and want to try a paddle-sport but do not where to start? This class offers an overview of information on canoes, kayaks, and stand up paddle boards on flat, moving, and whitewater.

This class does not replace the need for on-water skills instruction but will help decide what paddle-sport(s) you want to focus on and prepare you to get to the water. Our instructors will also help you identify the PCC Training Classes you might want to enroll in to build your paddling skills this summer.

Bring all your paddle-sport questions. This will be an informal and fun evening April 23, 2025 Pre-Season Paddling Clinic:   REGISTER HERE

We offer the following classes throughout the Spring & Summer 2025:

• Canoe (Flat & Moving Water, Whitewater)
• Recreational Kayak (Flat & Moving Water)
• Whitewater Kayak 
• Stand Up Paddle Board 

Cancellation policy : Students may cancel 5 days before class for 80% refund, No refunds for no-shows.

Planning for class:

• Paddling is a wet sport (shocking!) Prepare appropriately- consider the weather and water temperature. 
  
• Do not wear cotton, it absorbs water quickly, gets heavy and will chill you.
  
• warm weather clothing may be a swimsuit, synthetic quick drying shorts and shirt. Athletic attire works in most cases. 
• Water shoes or old sneakers for your feet, no sandals or flip-flops, protect your feet and especially your toes.
  
• Bring plenty of drinking water and snacks for energy, lunch for longer days.
  
• Canoe students: kneeling pad or wearable knee pads will make your day more comfortable.
• Bring a towel and change of dry clothes for the end of the day!!  If you are not sure what to wear or bring, contact your instructor.
  
• Classes are generally held rain or shine. The instructor will notify students if there is a change or cancellation.
  
• Minors must be 12 years old or older to enroll in a class. A parent or guardian must register as a student to accompany minors in all classes.
  

American Canoe Association (ACA)

Philadelphia Canoe Club is a member of the American Canoe Association (ACA). Our instructors are trained by the ACA and the ACA insures our classes at a cost of $10 per student per event. This fee is waived for ACA members. To become an ACA member contact them at: https://americancanoe.org.

For further information, please contact our Training Director (training@philacanoe.org)