Grand Experiences offers a range of Instructional courses taught by certified Paddle Canada instructors. From Canoeing on the Grand to Sea Kayaking at Long Point to White Water on the Nith River, we have courses for everyone from beginners to the seasoned paddlers. See the details for our instructional courses in the list below.
Grand Experience has operated Kids Summer Camps since 1999. Beginner, Intermediate & Advanced Camps for kids from 9 to 15 years old. Scroll down to see our Summer Camp listings. To register download our Canoe & Kayak Summer Camp PDF Form Camp_Registration_2016_op.pdf.
1 day Instructional Sea kaayaking at 1 of our favourite destinations, Long Point Bay on Lake Erie. An internationally recognized World Biosphere with world's 2nd largest sand peninsula. It's a paddler's paradise & perfect place to learn sea kayaking with a large protected bay with warm calm waters. Early Booking Sale 15% Discount
DetailsExceptional learning experience combining lessons from a Paddle Canada Instructor with a canoe trip along a diverse stretch of river. The trip allows you to put your new skills into practice in the real world with your Instructor coaching you along the way.
DetailsDevelop your whitewater skills on Southern Ontario's Nith River, safely in the hands of our experienced instructors. This truly exhilarating experience is available for a limited time in April & early May, while water conditions allow.
Details2 day overnight instructional sea kayaking clinic with guided tour of Long Point Bay. Learn paddling & safety skills along with cutting-edge navigation & environment analysis on an Apple iPad then undertake an unique sea kayak tour of the Long Point's UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve. Afterwards celebrate your experience with a visit to New Limburg authentic Belgian microbrewery 15% Off Sale
DetailsFun-filled days learning to Canoe & Kayak! Swimming, Camp Games, learning to Paddle, nature hikes, and making new Friends. It's what Summer is all about! Early booking discount to Feb 28
DetailsThis waterfront program introduces the beginner to paddling with a partner in calm waters in a designated area. The skills and knowledge gained at this level form the foundation necessary for confident and safe travel within small and calm environments.
DetailsThe aim of this course is to introduce novice participants to paddling with a partner, in calm waters. Skills & knowledge gained at this level form foundation for basic paddling close to shore on sheltered bodies of water. Rescue options are discussed at this level & can be demonstrated by the instructor.
DetailsThe aim is to introduce the novice paddler to paddling with a partner in shelter calm waters, and to introduce basic land and water rescue techniques.
DetailsThe aim is to expand upon the skills and principles necessary to paddle with a partner in open lake waters, to perform skills and maneuvers with greater refinement and demonstrate confidence in an open water environment, and to develop a greater awareness of environmental hazards and how to avoid/react to those hazards.
DetailsThe aim is to introduce the novice paddler to paddling on shelter calm waters and to introduce basic land and water rescue techniques.
DetailsThe aim is to expand upon the skills and principles necessary to paddle solo on open lake waters, to perform skills and maneuvers with greater refinement and demonstrate confidence in an open water environment, and to develop a greater awareness of environmental hazards and how to avoid/react to those hazards.
DetailsThe successful waterfront instructor candidates are considered a canoeist who has the knowledge, experience and skill to teach and demonstrate all the necessary skills for the waterfront program. The Waterfront instructor will be able to safely implement a Waterfront Program for novice level canoeists in a designed calm flat water environment.
DetailsThe aim is to provide a national certification in the instruction and administration of the Paddle Canada Introduction, Intermediate, and Advanced Lake skills courses. There are three levels of instructor and instructor trainers. Instructors and Instructor Trainers are considered leaders in the flat water paddling community and have significant influence over the success and safety of Lake Canoeing in Canada.
DetailsThe aim is to provide a National certification in the instruction and administration of the Paddle Canada Lake Instructor courses.
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