PADDLE CLINICS
Our clinics embody Afterburn’s values of purpose, sustainability and togetherness. We ensure that our instructional techniques and paddling methods are leading edge and purposeful, designed to keep you paddling for life and connect you with other like minded paddlers to have even more fun.
All our coaches are experienced athletes with relevant certifications for paddling instruction and/or strength and conditioning training. Our coaches’ expertise and experience combined with our unique dragon boat paddling pool make our clinics an essential tool whether getting into the sport, elevating your performance or making new friends.
No prior experience with dragon boat is required, no need to already belong to an existing team. Come as you are, ready to learn, and we'll take care of the rest.
Paddle Clinic Details (2026-2027 Season)
Wednesdays, 7:30-9:30PM @ Afterburn Fitness
Fall 2026 (10-week) | September 30th - December 2nd
Registration: OPEN
Winter 2027 (10-week) | January 6th - March 10th
Registration: CLOSED
Spring 2027 (7-week) | March 17th - April 28th
Registration: CLOSED
Early bird registration ends on September 9, 2026
How to Register
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Tap the ‘Book your spot” in your browser (phone or computer).
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Sign In (top corner) or Create Account if new.
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Go to the Enrollment tab and find Paddle Clinic.
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Click Sign Up Now and review the class details.
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Choose your payment option:
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Credit Card → enter card details and place order.
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E-Transfer → select Enroll Unpaid (you’ll stay enrolled but marked unpaid until transfer is received). EMT payment to dragonboat@afterburnfitness.ca
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Complete any required waivers. You’ll receive an email confirmation (SMS too if enabled).
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Benefits
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Gain a new perspective on paddling techniques and coaching styles from Canada’s best at an affordable rate and with no team commitment
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Network with other paddlers with varying skill levels
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Improve stamina, prevent injury and develop paddling technique in the off-season!
Format
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7:30 PM Pool, 8:30 PM Gym
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1 hour of hands-on, pool paddling combined with explanations of techniques, tips and tricks from our paddling coaches
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1 hour strength and conditioning training in a fully equipped fitness facility
Cost
Early Bird Pricing
Standard 10-week Course: $238 +HST
7-week Course: $166.60 +HST
Regular Pricing
Standard 10-week Course: $278 +HST
7-week Course: $194.60 +HST
Capacity
Capped at 22 paddlers. Sign-up ahead of time is required.
Minimum sign-up is 8.