Course Overview
Join us for 5 Days of River Education on a stand-up paddleboard with Pro Reta Boychuk from CANRVRSUP. The length of this course allows you to fully immerse yourself into the world of whitewater. Learn hydrology, safety fundamentals and how to navigate a river environment comfortably.
Throughout the week you will be introduced to Slalom which teaches you how to SUP in ways you might not have thought possible before! You will learn how to keep momentum while crossing mid-river eddies, ideal paddle stroke placement, and many other key techniques.
You will learn tactics to excel in Downriver SUP Racing and be encouraged to partake in the SUP Slalom and Downriver SUP Races with Reta at Mid Mad Fest 2024!
Reta believes anyone CAN RVR SUP! Progress at your own pace as she helps you go with the flow. Her competent and calm teaching style allows you to develop your skills while feeling safe and supported. Combine this with MKC’s world class hospitality and you have an active vacation like no other!
Whether you are a new or established paddler, we welcome everyone to our riverside community to learn new skills. Build confidence on the water and be able to participate in Mid Mad Fest at the end of the clinic.
You will also receive your Paddle Canada River 1 SUP Skills Certification upon completion of skills required.
Who is this Course for?
Introductory course, SUP Basics or similar skills, and ability to self-rescue are pre-requisite
Itinerary
Course Location
Our wilderness classroom is the beautiful Middle Madawaska River, located a short distance from our Resort, and just south of the town of Barry’s Bay, Ontario.
Cost
$1075
From $200-$925. See below for various accommodation & meal packages
$425 (SUP, paddle, helmet, life jacket).
Accommodation + Meal Packages
Shared Lodge Plan* | $925
Shared Cabana Plan* | $925
Shared Glamping Plan* | $925
Dormitory Plan* | $775
Camping Plan | $700
Camping No Meals | $200
Check In
The evening before your course between 7 & 10pm
Check Out
Fridays at 7pm
*For those booking for one for Glamping, Cabana, Lodge or Dorm: it is likely you will stay with other students of the same gender. As a wilderness resort we have chosen to not expand too far into our surrounding forest and therefore have limited indoor accommodations. To book a private room as an individual is an additional cost.
About our Meals
We take pride in serving healthy, hearty and delicious meals. As a proud member of FeastON, we source locally when possible and add our special touch with herbs and edible flowers from our own garden. Meals start with breakfast the first day of the course and include: 5 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 5 dinners plus an après-paddling snack. Coffee, tea and juice are complimentary. BYOB.
Locally roasted specialty coffee and homemade snacks can be purchased from our Riverside Shop & Café.
Group Discounts
We welcome groups of 4 or more at a discounted rate (conditions apply)
What do folks think of us?
The CANRVRSUP team is amazing and fun. From never ever to surfing and running class 3 rivers, they will help you reach your goals in a safe, fun, and inclusive way. I started this from scratch a year ago with my wife as a fun activity and now have my SRT certification, multiple boards, kids are geared up and we have booked two trips with CANRVRSUP for June and July to run some awesome rapids with great people. challenge by choice, book time with them make some friends and discover a whole new world of fun.
Andre
The facility has been lovingly maintained and was peacefully beautiful. The food was great: abundant, fresh, flavourful and healthy. Customer service is clearly a priority as all the staff from the instructors, administration and food services were smiling, accommodating and helpful.
Adam L + Mary-Lynne S
Located on a great section of the Madawaska river, MKC provides outstanding instruction in paddling white water (kayak and canoe), as well as good food. Kinda like summer camp for adults.
Peter M
I went down a class 2 rapid paddling from the stern! I've never paddled from the stern before, let alone going down a rapid. Loved the vegetarian food! Spanakopita, vegetarian kabobs, sweet potato burgers! Everything was great. Loved the positive atmosphere and energy of all the staff!
Marianne W
You CAN RVR SUP & SUP Race with Reta!
Contact us for dates!
Can’t find your preferred date? Let us know and we’ll do our best to help you get onto some whitewater!
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