FAQs
Following are frequently asked questions that may help you as you navigate your paddling options with YCKC. If you require more information, please email us at yorktoncanoekayakclub@yahoo.ca.
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Do you have any boats that a beginner can use that aren’t so tippy?
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Will the skills I learn in Flatwater Kayaking at YCKC transfer to other types of kayaking?
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Do I need to buy a YCKC membership to try Flatwater Kayaking?
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Are there any extra costs over and above YCKC’s membership and training sessions?
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Is YCKC associated with other flatwater/sprint/racing canoe/kayak clubs?
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1. I am somewhat afraid of swimming and water sports, but I want to learn to kayak. Do you have any boats that a beginner can use that aren’t so tippy?
YES. YCKC paddlers start in stable kayaks designed for beginners. Kayaks are graded from 1-10: 1= most tippy, 10= wide and stable. YCKC beginners start in kayaks with ratings of 7-9. Once paddlers establish their balance and confidence, they can move into lighter kayaks with lower ratings.
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2. Will the skills I learn in Flatwater Kayaking at YCKC transfer to other types of kayaking?
YES.
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3. How old should you be to learn Flatwater Kayaking?
Recreational Ages 5+
Competitive Ages 8+
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4. Do I need to buy a YCKC membership to try Flatwater Kayaking?
NO. YCKC’s drop-in rate is $15
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5. Do I need to buy YCKC’s full season’s pass?
NO. YCKC offers a pay-as-you-go plan.
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6. Does YCKC offer private lessons in kayaking?
Private lessons are available by special arrangement.
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7. Why does YCKC promote ‘group’ type sessions?
Learning in a group has many advantages:
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Safety – the more eyes on the lake, the better for everyone
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Peer teaching – learning from others by watching them or by having them share personal tips and experiences is valuable
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Friendships – YCKC’s motto is, Through the waters to Friendship.
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Community – YCKC is a club. Like other clubs, YCKC offers social opportunities to its members and visitors. YCKC also works closely with other community organizations.
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Advance to the Olympics – YCKC trains athletes who are interested in competing in flatwater canoe and kayaking. Competing in a K1, K2, K4, and so on, can be an exciting experience. [K 1 = kayak built for one paddler; K2 = kayak built for two paddlers; K4 = kayak built for four paddlers]. Competitions are a group experience.
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8. Can I bring my son and daughter to YCKC’s evening sessions?
YES. YCKC’s evening sessions at 6:30 pm. are geared for recreational and beginner paddlers.
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9. What kind of paddling competitions does YCKC attend?
YCKC paddlers generally compete at regattas in Saskatchewan and at Calgary, AB.
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10. Does YCKC have a regatta of its own?
YES. YCKC hosts Yorkton Developmental Regatta each August.
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11. Do YCKC members participate in fundraising activities?
YES.
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12. What types of fundraising do YCKC members do?
YCKC members help out with Bingos
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13. Are there any extra costs over and above YCKC’s membership and training sessions?
Extra costs are associated with competitive paddling. These costs include competition fees and travel/accommodation/meals associated with competitions.
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14. Does YCKC offer paddling sessions to schools?
YES.
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15. Does YCKC offer winter training programs?
Yes. Check the website calendar for updates.
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16. Does YCKC offer summer training camps?
YES – Learn-to sessions. Check YCKC’s website or email YCKC for further details.
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17. Does YCKC offer full-day kayaking clinics?
YES. Email or phone YCKC for details.
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18. Is YCKC a not-for-profit organization?
YES. YCKC is incorporated as a not-profit organization.
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19: Is YCKC associated with other flatwater/sprint/racing canoe/kayak clubs?
YES. YCKC holds membership with both the provincial and national bodies of flatwater/sprint/racing canoe/kayak clubs.
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20. Can I be on YCKC’s executive team?
YES. YCKC adult members are welcome to join our executive team and/or to vote (age 16+) at our Annual General Meeting.