MANITOBA CANOE & KAYAK CENTER
80 Churchill Drive, Winnipeg, MB
Phone:204-284-4646 / Email: mckcwpg@gmail.com
Offseason Office Hours: Monday - Friday 1:00 - 6:30 PM (September-May)
Summer Office Hours: Monday - Friday 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM (June - August)
MCKC Programs:
RECREATIONAL
Summer Camps
Intro to Kayak 1&2
Intro to Stand Up Paddleboard 1&2
Intro to Canoe 1
Private Lesson
Clinics
COMPETITIVE
Developmental Group
Team Toba
Dragon Boat
Stand Up Paddleboard
Marathon Canoe
Masters
Summer Camps
For youth between ages 9-14 offered in French & English
Kids learn the basics of canoeing, kayaking, and dragon boating on the Red River while participating in a variety of games, arts, crafts, and special outings. It's a great way to spend a summer!
All summer camps run from July to August, 9am - 4pm, Monday through Friday. We offer both early drop-off and late pick-up if youth need to be dropped off before 8:30 am and/or picked up after 4:30 pm for an additional fee. We also offer half-day options as well. Registration closes the Friday before camp starts.
If the Winnipeg camp is sold out, consider registering at the Selkirk Canoe Kayak Centre.
For youth between ages 9-14 offered in French & English
$250 ($200 for early bird)
*Early Bird discounts are available if you register and PAY before April 20th *
Intro & Private Lessons
Intro to Kayaking 1 - $35.00
Intro to Kayaking 1 takes place on Monday evenings from 7 pm - 9 pm. This program is great for all beginning Kayakers - both youth and adults alike! Learn the basics of kayaking on the Red River using stable, easy-to-use equipment. If you purchased a Groupon to pay for this program, you must print your voucher and bring it with you (showing the bar code).
Runs every Tuesday, June - August, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM.
Intro to Kayaking 2 - $35.00
Did you have fun in level one and want to do more? Progress from the stable open-decked recreational kayaks used in Intro to Kayaking 1 to the sleeker flat-water kayak in Intro to Kayaking 2. You will take what you learned and learn some more. What a great way to spend a Wednesday evening!
Intro to Kayak 1 is a prerequisite for this program.
Runs every Wednesday, June - September, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Intro to Canoe 1 - $35.00
For those who are unable or uncomfortable being in larger groups but would still like to gain some paddling skills, this is for you! We're offering private kayaking or canoeing lessons all summer long. These sessions start at two hours but can go as long as you'd like. Whether it's learning how to steer a canoe or gaining skills for that kayak at the lake we'll make sure you feel confident in your abilities once you leave.
Runs every Friday from June to September from 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM.
Private Lessons - $50.00
Runs every Friday, June to August, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM or 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
For those who are unable or uncomfortable being in larger groups but would still like to gain some paddling skills, this is for you! We're offering private kayaking or canoeing lessons all summer long. These sessions start at two hours but can go as long as you'd like. Whether it's learning how to steer a canoe or gaining skills for that kayak at the lake we'll make sure you feel confident in your abilities once you leave.
Runs every Friday, June to August, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM or 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) Lessons
Intro to Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) 1 - $35.00
We now bring you an Introduction to Stand Up Paddleboarding! Intro to SUP 1 lessons run on Tuesday nights from 7:00 - 9:00 pm and will teach paddlers all the basics needed to SUP.
Runs every Monday, June - August.
Intro to Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) 2 - $35.00
We now bring you an Introduction to Stand Up Paddleboarding! Intro to SUP 2 lessons run on Thursday nights from 7:00 - 9:00 pm and will build on the SUP skills established during the Intro to SUP 1 lessons.
Runs every Thursday, June - August.
Drop-ins
This is a great way to experience the Manitoba Canoe Kayak Center and the Red River for the first time!
Those who have not done our Intro to Kayak lessons will be limited to our sit-on kayaks and rec canoes.
Monday - Friday
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Mid June - Mid September
Fees
$5.00 per child
$10.00 per adult
$15.00 per family (per boat)
*All programs are subject to cancellation due to unsafe water conditions. If you are unsure about weather/water conditions, please call our club to ensure we are allowing paddlers on the water.*
MCKC Membership
The High-Performance Training Center for Manitoba is located at our facility. We offer a range of recreational and competitive membership options for adults & youth. Whether you enjoy the freedom of a solo cruise on the river in one of the many different types of canoes and kayaks available to you at our club or seek structured practices and high-performance training and competition, we have a range of programs for all ages to meet and adapt to your needs. Please contact us if you would like more information about the different memberships options we offer.
Note: By purchasing a Summer Membership, you forgo Fall - Spring access to the club and the facility! That includes skis, skates, the weight room, and rowing machines! You only have access to the club during the summer season when you register for a Seasonal Membership! Also, members do not have free range of the club and its equipment! We host many events and summer camps, so there may be occasions when you cannot use our facility. So, all members must ensure that a staff member is aware of when they're at the facility, and what equipment they're using!
Recreational
Individual Summer - $285
Family Summer- $600
This membership allows you access to our weight room or boats at times when the centre is open. You will have access to many of our boats for use on the river such as sitting-on kayaks, sit-in kayaks, canoes, and paddle-boards. This membership is from June 15th to September 15th.
*Maximum of 6 people on one family membership.
Competitive
Individual Year Round - $1000 ($600 Early Bird)
Family Year Round - $1500 ($1000 Early Bird)
Individual Summer - $450
This membership is active from June 15th to September 15th and will allow you to join the dragon boat team the master’s group. Includes the option to take part in races and competitions held at the club over the summer!
Early Bird! Pay at MCKC before May 15th.
Boat Storage
Covered boat storage with 24hr access.
Canoe - $275
Paddle Board - $175 (summer season)
Kayak - $225
Canoe & Kayak - $500
Please email mckcwpg@gmail.com for availability with the details of your boat.