RHKYC Youth Paddle Sports Programme

The Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club has an active and competitive outrigger canoe paddling team who race frequently in Hong Kong as well as throughout Asia Pacific and all over the world in places like Hawaii and Australia. We would like to invite younger participants aged 12-17 years to join in the fun and learn all components of this unique sport.

The 90-minute sessions will be run on Saturday's from 1030-1200hours with professional coaches at Middle Island, Deep Water Bay up until November 2023.

Programme Description – Goals

Ø LEARN the basics of the outrigger canoe paddle stroke.

Ø DEVELOP an awareness and an understanding of water, wind, and weather conditions.

Ø UNDERSTAND the differences between each canoe and the mechanics of paddling (OC1, OC2 and OC6).

Ø TAKING CARE of the canoes and learning how to rig.

Ø UNDERSTANDING safety concerns in open water.

Ø INCREASE overall health, fitness and well-being.

Ø LIFELONG UNDERSTANDING of beach, water, and environmental issues.

Ø RACING and participating in an outrigger canoe race!

Ø FUN and SAFE paddling whilst making NEW FRIENDS!

Session Dates (Saturday's 1030-1200hours)
September: 9th, 16th, 23rd & 30th
October: 7th & 21st
November: 4th, 11th, 18th & 25th
(Total: 10 sessions)

Location:
Middle Island

Course Fee: (per person)
$2,900 (Club Members)
$3,200 (Non-Club Members)

For any further questions, please email to Melissa.Davis@rhkyc.org.hk or rps.booking@rhkyc.org.hk.