SRCC offers competitive canoe and kayak programs to a wide range of participants – from novices to athletes preparing for national and international competitions. SRCC also offers programs for masters’ athletes who paddle for fun, fitness, and, in some cases, train for competition.
Athletes in the club’s Competitive Programs take part in local, regional, and national-level competitions through the May to August competition season. The Development Program racing season runs from mid-June to mid-August and includes competitions organized within Saskatchewan.
Participants register for programs on a six-month basis:
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April 1 to September 30 - the Summer on-water season focuses on instruction and training in racing canoes & kayaks.
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October 1 - March 31 - the Winter dryland season focuses on development of endurance and age-appropriate strength capacities.
Development Program
11 years+
Training: 4x/week
Apr-June - 4pm Mon, Wed, Thu, and 0900 Sat am.
July-Aug - 4 mornings/week, days to be determined.
Registration Fee:
Summer (including annual insurance coverage) $550.00.
Competitive Program
Training: Daily - 6 days/week
Registration Fee:
Summer (including annual insurance coverage) $975.00.
High-Performance Program (by invitation only)
Training: Daily - 14 to 16 weekly sessions
Masters
Provides masters competitive paddlers with a full summer membership. Membership includes access to SRCC boats during the summer racing season.
Registration Fee: $375. Speak with our head coach regarding a lower fee if you have your own equipment.
racing programs
Train with a certified racing coach
Rob Sleeth
Head Coach
SRCC's Head Coach, Rob Sleeth, was hired in April 2017. He is NCCP Level 5 certified with the ChPC (Chartered Professional Coach) designation.
Rob led Canada's National Team program from 1985 to 1999 and coached five Canadian Olympic Teams between 1980 and 1996. Prior to joining SRCC Rob worked as a Senior Podium Coach in Great Britain where he worked with the Women's Kayak Team in preparation for the 2016 Rio Olympics.
In 2023, Rob received the 2023 Coach Dedication Award from Sask Sports. We are thankful for Rob's involvement in running SRCC and developing our athletes. Congratulations Rob!