Masters' Winter Fitness Program

Adult health and fitness

Who is this for

Age range

This program is for people from 25 to 99 years old.

Experience levels

  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Advanced

Description

Sprint canoe and kayak is a great way for adults to get fit, have fun and enjoy time on the water. It combines speed, endurance and power, and good technique makes every stroke more efficient. Paddlers train in both single and team boats, and those who want a challenge can take part in masters regattas. Others paddle purely for fitness and the fun of it. Either way, you'll be part of a welcoming group of adults who share a love of the sport.

Stay strong this winter

During the winter, training moves indoors and focuses on strength, cardio and the paddling-specific fitness that keeps you strong and injury-free on the water. Sessions are designed for adults, so you can work at a level that fits your fitness and experience. Returning paddlers can keep their conditioning up through the off-season, and new paddlers are welcome to join and get to know the group before spring. It's a great way to stay active, break up the winter routine and be ready to hit the water when the season starts.

Language used during coaching

Primarily English (coach is bilingual)

Location

Indoor training takes place in a local gym while outdoor training happens on the ski trails.

Schedule

Gym
2025 Lanthier Drive
Orléans Ontario

Gatineau Park, P9 (Saturday skiing)
Chemin du Lac Meech
Chelsea, Québec

Equipment provided

PICC will provide weights equipment. Athletes will need to purchase skate skis before January; please ask your coach to check them out before you buy! We recommend buying second-hand from a ski swap/facebook marketplace, or kijiji.

What to bring

Please arrive dressed for the weather! Good workout clothes are close-fitting and dry quickly. On cool days, a thermal long-sleeved shirt and shell are recommended.  Outdoor workouts may be modified, weather dependent. Pack after- school and between-workouts snacks, a water bottle, sneakers, a buff, a hat & mitts/gloves, a towel, and two warm changes of clothes.

Sessions

Late fall, November 02 - December 21

20 places available.

$145.00 per person.
Full winter if paid by November 1ˢᵗ, November 02 - April 24

20 places available.

$400.00 per person.
Winter, January 04 - February 27

20 places available.

$145.00 per person.
Early spring, March 01 - April 24

20 places available.

$145.00 per person.

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