2022 RCBC Programs
Juniors Intro to SUP/Kayak
Juniors: Ages 12-18.
Learn the fundamentals of kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding! Balance, stroke technique, coordination, and steering make both of these paddlesports interesting and challenging. Our kayaks are mostly racing kayaks, which provide a unique speed and added core stability workout!
When: Wednesday, 6:00 – 7:30 pm
Where: Long Lake Beach House
Session 1: June 8, 15, 22, 29 FULL
Session II: July 13, 20, 27, August 3 – FULL
Price: $60
Juniors Intro to Competitive Sprint Kayak
Ages: 10-13
Juniors Intro to Competitive Sprint Kayak: Learn the fundamentals of sprint kayaking with the focus on safety, fun and building skills first. This sprint kayak program uses a Learn to Train model that brings together balance, speed and endurance, with a long-range goal of racing. Emphasis on fun and play to achieve confidence in boat control and dynamic coordination. Experienced coaches with deep knowledge in the sport.
When: Tues/Fri 3:30 – 5:00, Sat 8-9:30 AM
(We may add a second group if we reach max capacity from 5:30 – 7 on Tues/Fri, and 10-11:30 on Sat)
Dates: June 7 – July 2
Where: Long Lake Beach House
Cost per session: $180
Please email PaddleRCBC@gmail.com to be added to a waitlist for any full sessions.
Adult Intro to Competitive Canoeing
Adult Intro to Competitive Canoeing
If you’ve ever considered canoeing a leisurely activity, this course will show you another side to the sport! Canoes can be fast, provide a low-impact, full-body workout, and can be more technical and tactical than you would ever imagine. Working with a partner and alongside other boats is fun and community-based. It’s a challenge that anyone can take on, and being on the water and in nature provides a whole different perspective and adds to your well-being. Join to learn efficient technique and train for a local race that we’ll target together as a group!
When: Tuesdays, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Where: Long Lake Beach House
Dates:
Session I: June 7, 14, 21, 28; Race: June 30
Session II: July 12, 19, 26, Aug 2; Race August 4
Cost: $80/session
Juniors Canoeing
Juniors: Learn the fundamentals of boat safety, efficient paddling stroke technique, enjoy teamwork and skills development. Gain confidence in steering from the stern, and tips for helping steer from the bow. Two-person and four-person boats provided.
When: Wednesdays, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Where: Long Lake Beach House
Session I: June 8, 15, 22, 29
Session II: July 13, 20, 27, August 3
Price: $60 per session
Intermediate programs: should have taken an intro RCBC class or have some level of paddling background/fitness
Adult Boat Club
Adult Boat Club: (flexible – come once, come all summer)
Confident in a boat, but want to get out more? Join this growing community of paddlers for a routine on the water – borrow an RCBC boat – we have SUPs, canoes, racing kayaks and surfskis. Focuses for the day provided, and a workout if you want it! Otherwise come out and make the morning yours.
When: Tuesdays, 7:00 – 8:30 a.m.
Where: Long Lake Beach House
Dates: June 7 – August 2
Cost:
$20/practice, or $125 for the full summer
Juniors Intermediate SUP
Take your stand-up paddle boarding to the next level! Review and gain confidence in skills learned in the beginner level; learn more about the catch and rhythm of the paddle stroke, handling different waves, gaining advantage by drafting other boats, maneuvering a creek, and managing the boat at higher speeds.
When: Tuesdays, 4:15 – 5:45 pm
Where: Long Lake Beach House
Dates:
Session II: July 12, 19, 26, August 2
Cost: $60 per session
Juniors Intro to Competitive Sprint Kayak - Part 2
Ages: 10-13
Juniors Intro to Competitive Sprint Kayak: Learn and master the fundamentals of sprint kayaking with the focus on safety, fun and building skills first. This sprint kayak program uses a Learn to Train model that brings together balance, speed and endurance, with a long-range goal of racing. Emphasis on fun and play to achieve confidence in boat control and dynamic coordination. Includes community race at the end of the summer. Experienced coaches with deep knowledge in the sport. This session is intended to build upon the June Introduction to Sprint Kayak course. Please inquire with PaddleRCBC@gmail.com if you were unable to attend the June course, but are interested in this course.
When: Tues/Fri 3:30 – 5:00, Sat 8-9:30 AM
Dates: July 12 – August 20
Where: Long Lake Beach House
Cost per session: $270
Please email PaddleRCBC@gmail.com to be added to a waitlist for any full sessions.
Scholarships:
Need-based scholarships are available – please inquire at 651-706-4765 or paddlercbc@gmail.com.
2022 Program Safety Policies
Programs are planned as outlined below, but the Rice Creek Boat Club will follow any Minnesota Department of Health recommendations and make changes as needed as the COVID-19 pandemic health progresses. We will prioritize the safety of our participants and coaches.
- Face coverings are not required outdoors.
- Face coverings are required to enter the boathouse.
- Physical distancing of 6′ will be encouraged. If participants agree to share a boat with seats greater than 6′ apart, they will be allowed to share a boat. For boats with seats closer than 6′ seats will be kept empty to maintain physical distance unless participants are from the same family or are vaccinated.
- Per recently updated guidance by CDC minimizing the roll of transmission via surface contact, we will not be disinfecting shared equipment (e.g.: paddles, boats) between users. RCBC will make disinfecting wipes* available for participants use if they wish to disinfect equipment before they use it. *Disinfectants used must be on the EPA “N” list and required contact times observed.
- Participants will be encouraged to bring their own lifejackets, and wash hands following sessions.
- Participants and coaches are encouraged to wash hands with soap and water frequently and at the end of each session. We will have hand sanitizer available, and the public bathrooms are easily accessible for use.
