Programs
Paddling
A full-day, 2-week outdoor camp that offers a fun introduction to the sport of sprint canoe and kayak.
A half-day, 2-week camp designed for paddlers aged 9 to 15 (beginner to advanced) who want to improve their paddling skills while enjoying fun and friendships on the Gatineau River.
A half-day program for sprint paddlers age 10+ who have at least one year of sprint paddling experience and who are seeking a more focused training program. Participants will have the opportunity to train with competitive athletes and experienced coaches.
This is a training program for competitive sprint paddlers aged 12 to 15 who want to train hard to achieve excellence in the sport.
Our High-Performance training group is for competitive sprint canoers and kayakers age 16+ who are motivated to train hard all year to achieve excellence in their sport at regional, provincial, national, and even international competitions.
This program is for experienced outrigger paddlers or people such as former dragon boaters who are seeking new challenges.
Our Masters Paddling Program introduces adults and older teens to the fun sport of sprint canoe and kayak and encourages fitness for life.
Summer Camp
The Cascades Summer Camp offers a classic outdoor summer camp experience, filled with games, activities, friendships, and plenty of time spent paddling and enjoying the beautiful Gatineau River. The best place for kids to spend their summer!
Dragon Boat
This is a short introductory course for people with little or no paddling experience. We welcome Club members of all ages and abilities to try this fun team sport!
Our dragon boat program is open to everyone, even if you’ve never paddled before. Check out our team offerings for the 2022 summer season!
Paddle All
The Paddle All program offers adults with special needs the opportunity to learn the skills of sprint canoe and kayak in a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment.
Squash
One of the club’s oldest traditions! With two international sized courts and a dedicated community, we’re one of the best spots in the National Capital Region to play squash!
Other Programs
In the past the Cascades Club has offered or hosted:
Barbecues, baseball games, birthday parties, boxing lessons, card groups, Christmas parties, concerts, craft lessons, dances, dart games, daycare, dragon boat, Halloween parties, karate classes, lectures, meetings, paddling, pig roasts, potlucks, pub nights, seniors’ groups, spinning classes, square dancing, squash, summer camp, weddings, yoga classes and much more!
The Cascades Club is a community that thrives on the initiative and volunteer efforts of our members. If you have suggestions for programs, or are interested in teaching or leading a program at the Club, please contact cascadesclub@gmail.com