UAPS will be mailing a group of drysuits to River City Repair in November. Shipping will be split amongst the group.
The below reflect costs as of 2026/08/30 which may be liable to change. Ensure you clean and dry any used item before sending it for repair or assessment as there is a $30 laundering fee for dirty items.
Pricing
Gord can also do custom gear modifications upon request (and is awesome at helping out our adaptive paddlers!). Please fill out this form: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pLVPDxglr8NzrFdwsgNe9FM9z0xbwYLB/view?usp=sharing and email it to vicepresident@paddleuaps.com (do not submit via email at the bottom of form, as drysuits will need to be sorted for the group mail-in).
Drysuits can be dropped off at open sessions/polo on: Oct 18, Oct 25, Nov 1, Nov 15
Please make arrangements with James at vicepresident@paddleuaps.com for alternative pick ups.
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!
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.
WATER CONFIDENCE FOR PADDLERS
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course is designed to help paddlers build comfort and confidence with being underwater in a kayaking setting. We will focus on developing calm, familiar responses to the underwater situations that can occur while paddling.
Through guided practice in the pool, participants will work through fear management systems and familiarize themselves with being underwater. We will practice recognizing what is happening, staying calm, and working through disorientation and unfamiliar positions in a controlled and supportive environment. There is no expected level of water comfort/confidence at the start of the course. The focus is on progression: wherever you are in your paddling journey, we will work with you from there.
Why take this course?
Details
Youth Paddling Progression Program
Our Youth Paddling Progression Program (YouthAPS) is designed for young paddlers who are ready to develop their skills and build a strong foundation for continued progression in whitewater paddling.
Using the FUNdamentals from the Canoe Kayak Canada Passports to Paddlesports, participants will work through a progressive set of paddling skills, challenges, and activities. Sessions will use games and skill-based activities to develop boat control, paddle skills, balance, coordination, movement, and confidence on the water.
The focus is on building sport-specific physical literacy and developing capable, confident paddlers. Rather than simply learning individual skills, paddlers will be encouraged to apply those skills in different situations, solve movement challenges, and progressively take on more complex tasks as their abilities develop.
This program is a great foundation for young paddlers who want to continue progressing in kayaking and explore where paddling can take them — from recreational whitewater to future development programs and competitive disciplines.
Geared towards ages 8–12 (Younger paddlers who are particularly keen, older siblings who would like to be part of the program, or any other unique situation are welcome to email us at youth@paddleuaps.com to discuss whether the program is a good fit).
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
UAPS members are not permitted to access the Eastglen facility before 7:15 pm unless they have paid to attend the women and girls-only swim prior to our rental. Please note that if facility staff require additional time to clear the space and change rooms, members may need to wait for approval before entering. Please respect all posted signage and follow the directions of facility staff at all times.
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!)
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!
This course is perfect for anyone new to polo and/or for players who have attended our polo open sessions previously, looking for more time on the water and skill improvement. We will break into skill based groups with our two instructors, then come back together at the end!
You’ll learn essential polo rules and skills - including throwing, catching, blocking, and dribbling - while also working on your stroke technique and boat control to build confidence for whitewater paddling.
Every session wraps up with a fun, friendly game so you can put your new skills to the test in a supportive environment!
Requirements: You should have completed a basics course and be comfortable with wet exits. All sessions will be played in plastic whitewater kayaks, and helmets with face cages are provided.
We look forward to having you all out for a fun, recreational game of polo in whitewater playboats, open to anyone with a cool, calm, collected wet exit. If you have your own playboat, you are welcome to bring it, if not, UAPS has enough to share! This is a recreational tournament - if you are looking for a competitive tournament in dedicated polo boats, EWP is hosting their premier fall tournament on Nov 7-8: https://register.teamsnap.com/form/JwSkUkXSjI2BUFtw4aEPd
We will divide registrants into teams based on experience. If you have never played, you will be on a team with other first-time players, and an experienced coach to help guide you through the game! We also have an Intro to Polo course starting the day before if you are interested. 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).
RULES (for our fun game!). Don't worry - if you haven't played before we will guide you through the rules during the game!!
These session are free drop-in session for family members. You must attend these self-led sessions with your kid(s) and help them out. These sessions are designed to get children into boats, and comfortable with basic paddling skills. Please note to keep the sessions safe and manageable there is no playboating allowed; we welcome more advanced kids/teens to join at our regular weekly drop-in open sessions with a guardian instead.
You must have an active UAPS family membership and have your kids as a bundle members of your family. You cannot attend these sessions as trial members as our insurance costs are too high.
If you haven't already, make sure you sign a waiver here for each kid and adult on your membership (Valid Oct 1 to Sept 30):
If you are having any issues registering or purchasing a family membership please email Matt at web@paddleuaps.com and he will help you out.
Please note that if facility staff require additional time to clear the space and change rooms, members may need to wait for approval before entering. Please respect all posted signage and follow the directions of facility staff at all times.
BDP applicants are encouraged to attend this pool session dedicated to getting comfortable with safety practices, rescues, and self rescues.
We will practice T-rescues, H-rescues, swimming with gear, and self rescue scenarios. This will help prepare you for whitewater in BDP, and familiarize you with our protocols before you're getting dunked in glacial river water!
All paddling gear will be provided, but you are encouraged to bring your own PFD if you have one. Please come dressed as if you were coming to an open session or course at the pool. If you tend to get cold, you may want to wear a rash guard or neoprene. If needed, please bring a nose plug and goggles.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Mo at bdp@paddleuaps.com!
Join ex-Team Germany OC1 competitor Stephan Pätsch for an introductory kayak playboating course.
This course is designed for paddlers with solid boat control and a roll, looking to get out of their creek boats to learn some cool playboating moves.
Bring your own playboat (and if you don't have one, specify the size you need in the registration link)
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).
Target Audience: Club, school, or commercial instructors wishing to teach kayaking on intermediate/advanced rivers Course Duration: Two days of I3, and a bonus day practicing L3/I3 skills in the 'real' world. Prerequisites:
Environment: Instructing intermediate and advanced groups on Class III whitewater Course Outline:
Special thanks to InMotion for their ongoing financial support and encouragement, which has helped increase women’s leadership in our club since 2023.
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