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• Exec Meeting

  • Start
    9 Jan 2024
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  • End
    12 Aug 2026
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  • Schedule
    25 sessions

  All active UAPS members are welcome to attend.

  If you would like to attend in-person to please email info@paddleuaps.com for the address, or join the virtual meeting by clicking the link below: 

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• Intro to Polo

  • Start
    1 Nov 2025
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  • End
    13 Dec 2025
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  • Schedule
    4 sessions
  • Location
    Eastglen
  • Spaces left
    1

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• Basics Course

  • Start
    2 Nov 2025
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  • End
    14 Dec 2025
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  • Schedule
    4 sessions
  • Location
    Eastglen Pool

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• Drop in Polo

  • When
    7 Dec 2025
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    7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Eastglen

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  We look forward to having you all out for a fun, recreational game of polo in whitewater kayaks, open to anyone who has completed our Intro to Kayaking course (or has equivalent experience and a calm wet exit)

  When you arrive, please help set-up the 2 nets starting at 7:30pm. We will break into 2 teams. Each team can have up to 5 players on the water at once, and sub players in at any time. Each player on the water must wear a helmet with a facemask (you are welcome to use your own helmet as long as it has a facemask).

  Objective: The aim is to score in the net on the other side of the pool! The team with the most goals wins!

  RULES (for our fun game!)

  • The game begins with a sprint. Both teams line up at their goal lines, and a referee throws the ball into the center of the pitch. The first player from each team races for possession. 
  • After a goal is scored, the team that scored the goal must return to their own half as quickly as possible, at which point play can restart
  • You can hold the polo ball for up to 5-seconds only (then you must pass, dribble, or shoot)
  • A player must not maneuver their kayak with their hands or paddle while the ball is resting on their spray deck (the ball can never be on someone's deck during active play - even just sitting in one spot) 
  • Paddles must not be used to contact other players, or be used in any way that endanger other players
  • Players must be careful not to T-bone other players
  • No illegal tackles. This includes:  tackling someone who does not have ball possession, hacking, paddling within 1m of an opponent's body or hand, or deliberately causing an opponent to capsize. You are not allowed to impede/hold on to a player with your body or kit. You can also not lean on other players. 
  • No paddle fouls. See rules for safety and fairness here. 
  • No dangerous boat tackles. See rules for safety and fairness here. 
  • If you foul another team, they get procession and space to make a pass.

  If you are curious, there is a good overview of basic polo rules here:  https://warwickcanoe.uk/polo/rules For those super keen to pursue it beyond UAPS, you can checkout the ICF rulebook here, and EWP's competitive polo program here.

  Happy Paddling!

  
  

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• AWA Youth Cross Country Ski Camp

  • When
    14 Dec 2025
  • Location
    Pembina Nordic Ski Club (near Drayton Valley)

  Don't forget to sign your kids up (all ages welcome) for the cross country ski camp at Pembina Nordic—it's going to be a blast! No fees for participating or for renting equipment thanks to the AWA Learn to Train Kid's Grant. All we ask is that you register ahead of time so we can make sure we have enough gear in the right sizes, and plenty of coaches to keep things rolling.

  Parents, you're more than welcome to stick around and learn to ski (just fill out the form for yourself too if you're joining in), or feel free to drop them off and sneak away for some well-deserved adult time.

  This isn’t your average ski camp! We’ll have loads of games and fun on the snow. If your kids are feeling competitive and want to level up their technique, Coach Joel—who’s raced all over Canada and Europe—will take them under his wing. If not, they'll join the "fun team" with Kate, Kelsey, and Lori (we promise, we’re almost as cool as Joel, and twice the fun). No experience is necessary, and we promise that if this is their first time on XC skis, they'll learn exactly why we love it so much!

  Register here (please fill out for each kid joining)

  The legendary Andy (who you might know from his epic first open boat descent from the Robson headwaters all the way to the ocean) has been out grooming trails for us since November 26. He’s set classic tracks on the stadium, ridge, and sprint loops. All loops are ready for skate skiing, and everything is in great shape except for the odd sneaky rock on the North loop. With more snow expected this week, trails should be in great shape by next Sunday. The singletrack for fat biking and snowshoeing was also packed yesterday! Pembina usually gets more snow than Edmonton, and since it’s less busy, the trails stay soft and fluffy (so if you take a tumble, it’s more like landing on a pillow).

  Worried about the cold? Don’t be! We’ve got the cozy new Ski Lodge (with central heating, a kitchen, running water, two wood stoves, and flush toilets) and the historic log cabin for warming up. Plus, we’ll have outdoor fires at lunchtime (Lori will be sending out the lunch plans later in the week to registrants!). That said, please make sure you have mitts, toques, buffs, a winter coat, and ski pants for both yourself and the kids (and if you don't, send us a message and we will see what we can get together!). We can always take layers off & leave them behind, but don't want anyone getting cold.

  We can't wait to see you all out there for some snowy fun!

  Location:  Pembina Nordic Ski Club, 7010 Township Rd 494, Rocky Rapids, AB T7A 1A2

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• Open Session

  • When
    14 Dec 2025
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    7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Eastglen Main Pool

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  You must sign up for open sessions ahead of time in order to attend
  

  *Any questions or concerns please email info@paddleuaps.com

  Open sessions are available to UAPS members only

  
  

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• Women-only Basics Course

  • Start
    3 Jan 2026
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  • End
    31 Jan 2026
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  • Schedule
    4 sessions
  • Location
    Eastglen Leisure Center
  • Spaces left
    7

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  ** This basics course is offered during women-only facility time at Eastglen Pool, and is taught by women. Men are not allowed in the facility before, during, or after this class to respect the privacy of all participants. We will also be pausing the class for prayer. **
  

  This is a women’s paddling program designed for women from underrepresented communities. Our goal is to introduce you to the sport, and give you the confidence and tools to get out on the water safely and comfortably. No prior experience in kayaks is required, nor is the ability to swim (lifejacket required and provided for those that cannot swim).

  In this 6 hour course you will progress from learning the basics for getting onto the water:

  • The names of the parts of a kayak
  • How to enter and exit the boat
  • How to properly grip the paddle
  • How to wet exit (get out of an overturned kayak).

  to learning the basic paddling strokes that will get you where you need to go:

  • Forward stroke
  • Sweep stroke
  • Draws and sculling draws
  • Low and high braces

  And finally, you will start to combine these strokes to paddle, and play lots of games! 

  All kayak related equipment is provided. This course takes place indoors, in a heated pool. You will need to wear your usual indoor swimming gear, and if you tend to get cold, consider wearing a rashguard. A nose plug and goggles are recommended, but not required. 

  Please find the location of Eastglen Pool here.

  If you have any questions, please reach out to info@paddleuaps.com.

  
  

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• Drop in Polo

  • When
    4 Jan 2026
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    7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Eastglen

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• Youth AWA Winter Whitewater Cup

  • Start
    10 Jan 2026
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  • End
    11 Jan 2026
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  • Schedule
    2 sessions

  To register visit: https://www.albertawhitewater.ca/form/2026-winter-whitewater-cup-edmon

  AWA - 2026 Winter Whitewater Cup

  January 10th & 11th, 2026 - Kinsmen Sports Centre & WEM Wave Pool

  Join us for the Winter Whitewater Challenge – a weekend of multi-discipline paddlesport fun, skill-building, and friendly competition!

  Event Details:

  • Saturday, January 11th: 13:00 AM – 6:00 PM at Kinsmen Sports Centre Pool
  • Sunday, January 12th: 7:30 AM – 11:00 AM at West Edmonton Mall Wave Pool

  Activities Include:

  • Freestyle
  • Kayak Cross
  • Canoe Polo
  • Slalom Racing

  Who Can Participate?

  • Youth ages 10 to 18 years
  • No experience needed in specific disciplines
  • Must be able to perform a consistently confident wet-exit (important to practice this beforehand with your club pool sessions!)
  • Participants grouped by age and skill level

  What’s Provided?

  • Equipment (boats, paddles, etc.)
  • Snacks and drinks for keeping us going – long day Saturday!
  • Opportunities for learning, fun, and meeting other paddlers!
  • Connection to Alberta’s Paddlesport Disciplines

  Location:

  • Kinsmen Sports Centre: Edmonton river valley – free parking
  • West Edmonton Mall: Access through Fire Exit C on the south side of the water park

  This event is proudly organized by the Alberta Canoe Polo Association, Alberta Slalom, Alberta Playboaters League, Edmonton Whitewater Paddlers, and the Alberta Whitewater Association.

   

  
  

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• Open Session

  • When
    11 Jan 2026
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    7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Eastglen Main Pool

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  You must sign up for open sessions ahead of time in order to attend
  

  *Any questions or concerns please email info@paddleuaps.com

  Open sessions are available to UAPS members only

  
  

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• Basics Course

  • Start
    13 Jan 2026
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  • End
    17 Feb 2026
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    Eastglen Pool

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• Kids Open Session

  • When
    18 Jan 2026
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    8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Location
    Eastglen Pool

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  Please ensure that our Waiver of Claims and Liability is signed by each attending adult and child. 

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• Open Session

  • When
    18 Jan 2026
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    7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Eastglen Main Pool

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  You must sign up for open sessions ahead of time in order to attend
  

  *Any questions or concerns please email info@paddleuaps.com

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• Stroke Improvement Course

  • Start
    19 Jan 2026
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  • End
    2 Mar 2026
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    Eastglen

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  Are you looking to improve your paddling technique? The UAPS Stroke Improvement Course aims to tune up your paddling, correct bad habits,  and allows you to work smarter rather than harder. This is a great way to tune up your skills over the winter, and give you drills to work on at open sessions, so that you can move onto those bigger rivers that you’ve been waiting for!  
  

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• Roll Clinic

  • Start
    25 Jan 2026
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  • End
    22 Feb 2026
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  • Schedule
    3 sessions
  • Location
    Eastglen Leisure Center 11410 68 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5B 1P1

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  This concentrated clinic will get you working toward that bomber combat roll you want to show off on the river. If you’ve just started paddling and want an introduction to rolling, or you’ve been trying to nail down your roll and need a bit of fine tuning this course is definitely for you.

  A low student to instructor ratio ensures that whatever your skill level, you will get personalized attention in this clinic. You will also benefit from receiving different instruction styles that may clear up a confusing aspect of the rolling process.

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• Drop in Polo

  • When
    25 Jan 2026
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    7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Eastglen

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• Open Session

  • When
    1 Feb 2026
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    7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Eastglen Main Pool

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  You must sign up for open sessions ahead of time in order to attend
  

  *Any questions or concerns please email info@paddleuaps.com

  Open sessions are available to UAPS members only

  
  

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• Kids Open Session

  • When
    7 Feb 2026
  •  
    3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
  • Location
    Eastglen Pool

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  Please ensure that our Waiver of Claims and Liability is signed by each attending adult and child. 

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• Open Session

  • When
    8 Feb 2026
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    7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Eastglen Main Pool

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  You must sign up for open sessions ahead of time in order to attend
  

  *Any questions or concerns please email info@paddleuaps.com

  Open sessions are available to UAPS members only

  
  

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• Drop in Polo

  • When
    14 Feb 2026
  •  
    3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
  • Location
    Eastglen

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• Open Session

  • When
    15 Feb 2026
  •  
    7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Eastglen Main Pool

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  You must sign up for open sessions ahead of time in order to attend
  

  *Any questions or concerns please email info@paddleuaps.com

  Open sessions are available to UAPS members only

  
  

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• Kids Open Session

  • When
    21 Feb 2026
  •  
    3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
  • Location
    Eastglen Pool

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  Please ensure that our Waiver of Claims and Liability is signed by each attending adult and child. 

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• Open Session

  • When
    22 Feb 2026
  •  
    7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Eastglen Main Pool

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  You must sign up for open sessions ahead of time in order to attend
  

  *Any questions or concerns please email info@paddleuaps.com

  Open sessions are available to UAPS members only

  
  

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• Drop in Polo

  • When
    1 Mar 2026
  •  
    7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Eastglen

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• Roll Clinic

  • Start
    7 Mar 2026
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  • End
    21 Mar 2026
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  • Schedule
    3 sessions
  • Location
    Eastglen Leisure Center 11410 68 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5B 1P1

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• Open Session

  • When
    8 Mar 2026
  •  
    7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Eastglen Main Pool

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  You must sign up for open sessions ahead of time in order to attend
  

  *Any questions or concerns please email info@paddleuaps.com

  Open sessions are available to UAPS members only

  
  

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• Kids Open Session

  • When
    15 Mar 2026
  •  
    8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Location
    Eastglen Pool

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  Please ensure that our Waiver of Claims and Liability is signed by each attending adult and child. 

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• Open Session

  • When
    15 Mar 2026
  •  
    7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Eastglen Main Pool

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  You must sign up for open sessions ahead of time in order to attend
  

  *Any questions or concerns please email info@paddleuaps.com

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• Playboating Course

  • Start
    22 Mar 2026
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  • End
    19 Apr 2026
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  • Schedule
    4 sessions
  • Location
    Eastglen

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  This course is designed for paddlers with a roll, looking to learn to playboat! Bring your own playboat (and if you don't have one, indicate your size during registration).

  Please note we will also be hosting an instructor's only course later in the year! 

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Open Session

  • When
    22 Mar 2026
  •  
    7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Eastglen Main Pool

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  You must sign up for open sessions ahead of time in order to attend
  

  *Any questions or concerns please email info@paddleuaps.com

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• Kids Open Session

  • When
    28 Mar 2026
  •  
    3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Eastglen Pool

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  Please ensure that our Waiver of Claims and Liability is signed by each attending adult and child. 

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• Drop in Polo

  • When
    29 Mar 2026
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    7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Eastglen

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• Open Session

  • When
    29 Mar 2026
  •  
    7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Eastglen Main Pool

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  You must sign up for open sessions ahead of time in order to attend
  

  *Any questions or concerns please email info@paddleuaps.com

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• Kids Open Session

  • When
    11 Apr 2026
  •  
    3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Eastglen Pool

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  Please ensure that our Waiver of Claims and Liability is signed by each attending adult and child. 

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• Open Session

  • When
    12 Apr 2026
  •  
    7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Eastglen Main Pool

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  You must sign up for open sessions ahead of time in order to attend
  

  *Any questions or concerns please email info@paddleuaps.com

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• Paddling Film Festival - 2026 World Tour

  • When
    18 Apr 2026
  •  
    5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Location
    NAIT Shaw Theatre
  • Spaces left
    360

  Please see up to date event info at  www.paddleuaps.com/film-fest. Ticket sales will open in December!

  Paddling Film Festival - World tour BROUGHT TO YOU BY POLARIS MORTGAGE PLANNERS & PADDLE UAPS  The United Albertan Paddling Society, with the support of Polaris Mortgage Planners, is excited to host the Paddling Film Festival World Tour in Edmonton on April 18, 2026! Since 2006, the Paddling Film Festival has been a highlight in over 130 cities around the globe, showcasing the finest paddling films. It motivates audiences to cherish their local waterways, venture into rivers, lakes, and oceans, and fully embrace the paddling lifestyle. The 2025 film line-up included whitewater paddling, canoeing, outrigger-canoeing, fishing, rafting, SUP, adaptive paddling, hiking, adventure, travelling, repelling, split boarding and more. The 2026 lineup will be announced in the new year! There are lots of door prizes to be won & silent auction items to be bid on!  We invite you to join us for the World Tour screening at the NAIT Shaw Theatre on Saturday, April 18. Doors will open in the lobby at 5 pm, with the film screening scheduled for 6:30 pm. Before the show, take part in our paddling fair in the lobby, where you can explore local retailers, discover how to safely start your paddling journey, learn essential skills for river outings, connect with local paddling clubs, and find out more about our provincial paddling associations. There will be AlleyKat craft beer, snacks, and non-alcoholic beverages for purchase.  Thank you to Benke Real Estate for their generous support in helping to make this event happen. Adam is a relator who puts you first & comes highly recommended by numerous satisfied UAPS members. Your support will contribute to the vibrant paddling community in our region. Proceeds from this event will support both our children’s and adult paddling programs by funding essential equipment purchases and training to certify our volunteer instructors, ensuring they are fully insured to teach paddling at local pools, ponds, lakes, and rivers. If you or your company are interested in sponsoring the event, please reach out via email at festival@paddleuaps.com. All business monetary donations are tax-deductible as advertising costs, and we would be happy to promote your business through our social media platforms and email newsletters. Platinum Level Sponsor Polaris Mortgage Planners (where home ownership is yours for the taking, and mortgage freedom is yours for the having) Gold Level Sponsors Benke Real Estate (a real estate agent who puts you first & comes highly recommended by numerous satisfied UAPS members) Silver Level Sponsors Contact us to become a Silver Level sponsor! Bronze Level Sponsors Contact us to become a Bronze Level sponsor! Doorprize & Silent Auction sponsors Mark's Guide for Alberta Paddlers (detailed guidebook including put-ins, take-outs, rapids, highlights, and much more)

  Watch the 2025 Trailer here. The 2026 trailer will be released in the new year.  Tickets will go on sale soon! Subscribe the the newsletter below to be notified! 

  
  

  
  

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• Open Session

  • When
    19 Apr 2026
  •  
    7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Eastglen Main Pool

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  You must sign up for open sessions ahead of time in order to attend
  

  *Any questions or concerns please email info@paddleuaps.com

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• Western Whitewater Leadership Symposium

  • Start
    24 Apr 2026
  • End
    26 Apr 2026

  https://www.albertawhitewater.ca/awa-leadership-symposium-0
  

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• Open Session

  • When
    26 Apr 2026
  •  
    7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Eastglen Main Pool

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  You must sign up for open sessions ahead of time in order to attend
  

  *Any questions or concerns please email info@paddleuaps.com

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• NCCP Pool & Lake Instructor Course

  • Start
    1 May 2026
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    6:00 PM
  • End
    3 May 2026
  •  
    3:30 PM
  • Location
    Grand Trunk Pool
  • Spaces left
    10

  Combination Pool and Lake Kayak Instructor. Course fee includes the $120 CKC/AWA reinvestment fee. If you have already paid this fee for 2026, please email info@paddleuaps.com to reduce your course fee. 

  Prerequisites:

  • Minimum Age: 14 years old to take the training course, 16 years old for the evaluation following the course. 
  • Must have intermediate flatwater skills
  • You must be an AWA member (Please note if you are a UAPS member, you have already paid your AWA membership fee for the year). If you are not an AWA member through a local club, you can become a member here. Ceyana members are not AWA members by default. 

  Date/location:

  • Friday, May 1 -  Grand Trunk Pool, 7-9 pm, classroom session
  • Saturday, May 2 - Grand Trunk Pool. There will be a classroom session from 11-3pm, and pool from 4-9pm. Bring lunch for the classroom session. 
  • Sunday, May 3 - Hermitage Pond, start time tbd

  Environment: Teaching beginners in the pool and on outdoor flatwater, such as lakes canals, ponds or non-moving water sites (flow less than 10 metres/minute)

  Course Outline: This course combines the basics of the pool course and the technical review of the Lake course. It includes:

  • NCCP overview
  • Basic pool safety
  • Pool and paddling equipment
  • Boat fit
  • Getting in and out of boats on dryland and wet exits
  • Basic strokes; forward and reverse; sweeps, draws, hip flicks, high and low braces, flatwater roll, and hand of god
  • Practice routines
  • Games
  • Making ethical decision training
  • Professionalism, ethics, and promotion
  • Teaching methodology
  • Risk management
  • Site selection and group management
  • Environment monitoring – weather and water conditions
  • Common paddling injuries
  • Basic rescue techniques
  • Professional issues and administration

  Check out these video clips for a reference of the paddling skills required for certification as a Lake Kayak Instructor:

  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cr2MvSMJ7zA&list=PLmdJ_UnnshFfdYxRay5kpPJEZjMIhufSs 

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• Kids Open Session

  • When
    3 May 2026
  •  
    8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Location
    Eastglen Pool

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  Please ensure that our Waiver of Claims and Liability is signed by each attending adult and child. 

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• Drop in Polo

  • When
    3 May 2026
  •  
    7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Eastglen

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• Open Session

  • When
    10 May 2026
  •  
    7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Eastglen Main Pool

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  You must sign up for open sessions ahead of time in order to attend
  

  *Any questions or concerns please email info@paddleuaps.com

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• 3 River Rendezvous Festival

  • Start
    15 May 2026
  • End
    18 May 2026
  • Location
    Pincher Creek

  https://www.pinchocrowcreekers.com/copy-of-home-3
  

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• Open Session

  • When
    20 May 2026
  •  
    7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Eastglen Main Pool

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  You must sign up for open sessions ahead of time in order to attend
  

  *Any questions or concerns please email info@paddleuaps.com

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• BDP weekend 1

  • Start
    22 May 2026
  •  
    6:00 PM
  • End
    24 May 2026
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    Canoe Meadows

  Please note this weekend is tentative to change based on campground availability and water levels. The date will be finalized by February. 

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• Open Session

  • When
    27 May 2026
  •  
    7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Eastglen Main Pool

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  You must sign up for open sessions ahead of time in order to attend
  

  *Any questions or concerns please email info@paddleuaps.com

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• BDP weekend 2

  • Start
    5 Jun 2026
  •  
    6:00 PM
  • End
    7 Jun 2026
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    Pincher Creek Area

  Please note this weekend is tentative to change based on campground availability and water levels. The date will be finalized by February. 
  

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• Open Session

  • When
    10 Jun 2026
  •  
    7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Eastglen Main Pool

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  You must sign up for open sessions ahead of time in order to attend
  

  *Any questions or concerns please email info@paddleuaps.com

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• Private UAPS AQ Intro to Creeking Course

  • Start
    12 Jun 2026
  • End
    14 Jun 2026

  Please note this course is currently being held for 2025 graduates of the NPP program. 

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• UAPS River Leader 3 Training

  • Start
    13 Jun 2026
  • End
    14 Jun 2026
  • Location
    Highwood (location may change based on waterlevels)

  Details to follow

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• Whitewater Wilderness First Aid

  • Start
    20 Jun 2026
  • End
    21 Jun 2026
  • Location
    Entwhistle
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  Join Dr. Lee Green for a weekend of whitewater wilderness first aid. River levels depending, participants should bring warm weather paddling gear, helmet, boat, skirt, paddle, PFD, float bags, and outdoor paddling experience. Participants should also have warm clothes to wear outside during the day. 

  Do not purchase a first aid kit for this course (Dr. Green will show you what you should get during the course). 

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• Open Session

  • When
    24 Jun 2026
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    7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Eastglen Main Pool

  Register

  You must sign up for open sessions ahead of time in order to attend
  

  *Any questions or concerns please email info@paddleuaps.com

  Open sessions are available to UAPS members only

  
  

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• Grande Cache Rendezvous

  • Start
    26 Jun 2026
  • End
    28 Jun 2026
  • Location
    Grande Cache

  Save the date! Details to follow

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• Sundre Paddlefest

  • Start
    3 Jul 2026
  • End
    5 Jul 2026
  • Location
    Sundre, AB

  For more information, please visit: https://www.albertawhitewater.ca/d8-calendar

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• KanFest

  • Start
    10 Jul 2026
  • End
    12 Jul 2026
  • Location
    Canoe Meadows, Kananaskis

  Details at https://kanfest.ca/

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• BDP weekend 3

  • Start
    17 Jul 2026
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    6:00 PM
  • End
    19 Jul 2026
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    5:00 PM
  • Location
    Sundre

  Please note this weekend is tentative to change based on campground availability and water levels. The date will be finalized by February. 

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• Women's Whitewater Festival - date subject to change

  • Start
    24 Jul 2026
  • End
    26 Jul 2026

  Date subject to change, added to calendar based on 2024 date. 

  See https://www.albertawhitewater.ca/d8-calendar for updated dates/registration once entered. 

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• River Leader 2 Training (tentative)

  • Start
    24 Jul 2026
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    9:00 PM
  • End
    26 Jul 2026
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    5:00 PM
  • Location
    To be determine based on River Levels closer to
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  River Leader 2 Training

  Target Audience:     Club members who wish to lead river trips
  Course Duration:     Two Days
  Prerequisites:

  • UAPS Member
  • Minimum age 18 years
  • Class III (intermediate) whitewater paddling skills
  • Swiftwater Rescue and Safety Training

  Environment:     Class II whitewater
  Course Outline:    This course is risk management-focused and covers the details of trip-planning and leading a group down the river on Class I and II water. It includes:

  • Risk management: liability, waivers, standards of care, emergency action planning
  • Planning and preparation
  • Paddler screening
  • Risk assessment and decision making
  • Leadership skills
  • River hazards and hydrology
  • Group management, scouting & communication techniques including river signals
  • Demonstration of rescue and paddling skills

  Please email info@paddleuaps.com if you are interested in taking this course. 

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• Slave River Fest

  • Start
    31 Jul 2026
  • End
    3 Aug 2026
  • Location
    Fort Smith, NWT

  Details at: https://slaveriverpaddlefest.ca/

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• Swift Water Rescue Training (tentative)

  • Start
    8 Aug 2026
  • End
    9 Aug 2026
  • Location
    Red Deer and Panther rivers
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  Jim MacDonald is hosting a swift water rescue course on the Red Deer and Panther rivers.

  More details to follow, dates are still tentative. 

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• BDP weekend 4

  • Start
    14 Aug 2026
  • End
    16 Aug 2026
  • Location
    Canoe Meadows

  Please note this weekend is tentative to change based on campground availability and water levels. The date will be finalized by February. 

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• Elkfest

  • Start
    21 Aug 2026
  • End
    23 Aug 2026

  Facebook Group

  Locations for Camping, put-in, take-out:
  https://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer?mid=18PMUgwrKlYjvmEXedzFEPcFAAjsdBH4H&usp=sharing
  

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• UAPS AQ Big Water Course

  • Start
    22 Aug 2026
  • End
    23 Aug 2026
  • Location
    Clearwater River

  Please note this course is for UAPS leaders/sweeps who volunteer to help with the 2026 Beginner Development Program only. 

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• Fraser Fest

  • Start
    4 Sep 2026
  • End
    7 Sep 2026
  • Location
    Fraser Meadows, BC

  
  

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