What are Special Olympic Canoe Kayak Programs?

Special Olympics Canoe Kayak Programs offer individuals with intellectual disabilities the opportunity to explore, train and compete in the sport of canoeing and kayaking. These programs can be purely recreational or competitive, offering the possibility of high level competition at the provincial and national level. 

A typical Special Olympics Paddling Program includes recreational and sprint canoes and kayaks that are used to introduce paddlers with intellectual and physical disabilities to the sport of sprint racing. Programs include safety orientations, technical instruction, and coaching by experienced staff. Paddlers are given 1:1 support by canoe club coaches and/or experienced paddling partners. Coaches and volunteers work in a friendly, knowledgeable and safe environment to help you explore the range of adaptive equipment and get out on the water.