High Performance Program
Our High Performance group is dedicated to developing athletes who strive for excellence both on and off the water. Through disciplined training and a strong team culture, athletes are prepared to compete at some of the most prestigious flatwater regattas in the country, including Provincials, Nationals, and National Team Trials.
Beyond podium goals, our team is proud to contribute to the broader paddling community. High Performance athletes play a key leadership role at SRCC, volunteering at local events like Saskatoon’s Developmental Regatta and actively supporting the next generation of paddlers. Their presence at local and regional competitions helps inspire younger athletes and strengthen the paddling community across Saskatchewan.
Whether aiming for national teams or giving back at grassroots events, our High Performance group embodies the spirit of competitive excellence, community engagement, and personal growth.
Registration
Summer program: $985.00
*This group is joinable by invitation only. Rob Sleeth, SRCC's head coach, selects athletes into this group based on skill and merit.
Training times: x6 per week
Training Camp
One of the largest benefits of the high performance group is having the opportunity to attend spring training camps. In a perfect world, we'd be able to paddle year-round in Saskatoon. However, that's not the case. Instead, to kickstart the competitive season and get ahead of the curve, SRCC high performance athletes travel to warmer climates for spring training. This includes venues such as Florida, British Columbia, and even Italy or Portugal.
Athletes gain valuable life skills as they live on their own for however long they choose to attend camp. Training camp times vary depending on the year and the level that athletes are currently at.
Check out some great photos from Doug Varvil, showing a glimpse of this years' 2025 Florida training camp