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EQUINOX ADVENTURES is Ontario's oldest and first fully accredited full-time paddling school. Classes are small and personal with one instructor for every five students. The latest whitewater paddling and safety equipment is included for your use in all courses.

Director Paul Sevcik served ten years as an Instructor Trainer for the Ontario Wild Water Affiliation. He is currently Chief Instructor for Seneca College's River Rescue Program and has been certified as an Instructor with the American Canoe Association and the British Canoe Union. His staff are hand picked and ready to provide you with the paddling and learning experience of a lifetime. 

Introductory Whitewater Weekend Clinic
Elora Gorge
Cost: $160.00*
These clinics are held on the Grand River at the scenic Elora Gorge. An introduction to paddling basics and safety, you will learn all the strokes, braces, and paddling techniques used in whitewater. In addition, time will be spent "reading the rapids", increasing your whitewater and overall awareness of the river. Let Equinox Adventures help you realize and improve your paddling abilities as we safely play in the exciting rapids of "The Gorge." Camping is available nearby as are many fine restaurants. Register for two days of either Canoeing or Kayaking; we supply all paddling equipment.
Every weekend from May through the beginning of October (except three-day weekends).

Canoe and Kayak Rolling and Paddling Clinics
Equinox Adventures offers the most complete pool session program for kayaking and canoeing in Canada. Held at various locations throughout Ontario each level consists of 3 separate, 2 hour sessions. One session each week for three weeks. Both levels include all necessary equipment and instruction by our certified staff.

Level One
Cost: $140.00*

This session is geared for the beginner wanting to learn the basic roll. No paddling experience is required to join this level. The focus is on proper rolling technique in a warm and fun environment.

Level Two
Cost: $140.00*

This session is geared for the intermediate paddlers or a graduate of the Level One course. The focus is on proper rescue rolling and hand rolling techniques.

Toronto Area
Level One:
A: Feb 25, Mar. 3, & 10, 2008
B: Mar 17, 24, & 31, 2008
C: Apr 14, 21, & 28, 2008
Level Two:
A: Mar. 4, 11, & 18, 2008
B: Apr. 1, 8, & 15, 2008
C: Apr 29, May 6, & 13, 2008
Hamilton Area
Level One:
A: Mar. 20, 27, & Apr 3, 2008
Level Two:
A: Apr. 17, 24, & May 1, 2008
Mississauga Area
Level One:
A: Mar. 12, 19, & 26, 2008
Level Two:
A: Apr. 2, 9, & 16, 2008

Waterloo, St. Catherines, Oakville, Guelph, and Durham regions please call or email for dates.

Interested in a session in your area?
Contact our office for details on Custom Clinics.

*Please see our reservation policy for full booking details.