Youth Sprint Summer Program

BBCC's Youth Sprint Program, formerly Canoe Kids, is a half-day summer paddling program for athletes aged 8–14 who want to learn sprint canoe and kayak in a supportive, team-focused club environment. The program introduces athletes to a lifelong sport while building confidence, skills, and a sense of belonging on the water.

Youth Sprint is designed for athletes who enjoy being active, working as part of a team, and trying something new, whether they are brand new to paddling or returning with previous experience.

What is Youth Sprint?

Youth Sprint is an introduction to sprint canoe and kayak, similar to how children are introduced to sports like hockey, soccer, or rowing. Athletes learn proper paddling technique, boat control, and water safety while training alongside experienced coaches and athletes in a real club setting.

Athletes paddle a variety of boats throughout the summer, including:

Single, double, and four person kayaks
Single, double, and four person canoes
Team boats such as C15s and Dragon Boats

The focus is on skill development, teamwork, confidence, and enjoyment of the sport.

Program Structure

Daily Schedule

Time: 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Dates: June 29 to August 21 (excluding holidays)
Location: Balmy Beach Canoe Club

Throughout the week, athletes rotate through a variety of boat types, including single and double canoes and kayaks, four-person boats, and team boats such as C15s and dragon boats. This variety helps athletes build both individual skills and teamwork in a supportive training environment.

In addition to paddling, athletes participate in dryland activities in the park and on the beach, as well as scheduled trips to the swimming pool, supporting overall athletic development and water confidence.

While Youth Sprint runs on weekdays, athletes also have opportunities to:

Take part in weekend competitions during the summer
Join spring and fall after-school paddling sessions when registered for the full summer program

Program Registration Options

Weekly Youth Sprint

Weekly registration is ideal for athletes who want to:

Try paddling for the first time
Join for specific weeks during the summer
Balance Youth Sprint with other summer activities

Athletes registered for a single week are considered part of the Sprint Starter experience and are fully integrated into daily programming.

Full Summer Youth Sprint

The full summer option is designed for athletes who want consistency and progression across the season.

Full summer athletes:

Paddle throughout the entire summer
Become part of the core Youth Sprint training group
Are included in spring and fall after-school Youth Sprint sessions

This option is ideal for athletes who enjoy routine, teamwork, and building skills over time.

2026 Youth Sprint Fees & Schedule

U10 Full Summer: $1,400

U12/14 Full Summer: $1,500

Weekly: $270

Short Week: $216

Week 1: Monday, June 29 to Friday, July 3, 2026 (No camp on Wednesday, July 1 due to Canada Day)

Week 2: Monday, July 6 to Friday, July 10, 2026

Week 3: Monday, July 13 to Friday, July 17, 2026

Week 4: Monday, July 20 to Friday, July 24, 2026

Week 5: Monday, July 27 to Friday, July 31, 2026

Week 6: Tuesday, August 4 to Friday, August 7, 2026 (No camp on Monday, August 3 due to the Civic Holiday)

Week 7: Monday, August 10 to Friday, August 14, 2026

Week 8: Monday, August 17 to Friday, August 21, 2026

2026 Summer Registration Opens Today!