Paddle UAPS

10/25/2026

UAPS Members, it's time to show some your drysuit and drywear some TLC with our club send in of gear to Gord at River City Repair! Whether it's repairing our gaskets, customizing drywear, reinforcing booties, or teaching us how to fix things at home, Gord has us covered. River City Repair has been a huge support of our World Paddling Film Festival and recently donated a boat! You're the best, Gord!

If you would like to send your drysuit/dry wear for repair/pressure testing, please bring it to tonight’s (Oct 25) open session/drop in polo, open session on November 1st or the rec polo tournament on November 15th. If those dates don’t work, or you have questions please contact [email protected].

Info about pricing and registration can be found on our website: https://www.paddleuaps.com/event-6819165

10/19/2026

Huge thanks to InMotion Network Promoting Physical Activity for Girls and Women!

Through their Take the Lead program, they are sponsoring vital women instructor and leadership training for our dedicated volunteer coaches and program organizers. At Paddle UAPS, fostering leadership is at the core of what we do, and it’s a true joy to see our community grow.

Featured here celebrating leadership in whitewater kayaking:
• Kelsey instructing Rolling on the River
• Mo navigating Point Break
• Kate leading Claire and Chantelle down the Oldman River

Thank you for investing in women's sports and leadership!

10/15/2026

Great work everyone!

10/15/2026

Registration for the UAPS Playboating Polo Palooza on November 15 is officially OPEN!

If you have never played polo before, this is your chance to try it out in a fun, inclusive, environment. You will be placed on a team with other beginner players and paired with an experienced coach to guide you through the game. Small whitewater playboats will be used for the game, along with mandatory helmets with cages. If you have your own helmet & playboat, you are welcome to bring it, if not, one will be provided.

We will also have teams for recreational club-level players. If you are looking for a competitive tournament, check out the EWP - Edmonton Whitewater Paddlers Fall Tournament happening the weekend prior instead.

You must have a cool, calm, collected wet exit to attend.

REGISTER HERE: www.paddleuaps.com/event-6879749

10/14/2026

Moms who paddle: Why is it so hard to prioritize our own time on the water?

Mom’s Weekend 2026 was designed by Davis to dive into exactly that—exploring the lack of confidence, logistics, fitness, and other barriers that keep us from paddling. As moms, partners, professionals, and caregivers, finding time for ourselves can feel like an uphill battle.

A huge thank you to Lori for organizing this time of reflection and sharing on the North Saskatchewan River! 🌊 We also want to give a massive shoutout to InMotion Network Promoting Physical Activity for Girls and Women for sponsoring this event through their Take the Lead program.

If you need a reminder of why getting back out there matters, please read Ashley Smith’s moving words in her article, Coming Back to the Water 👇
🔗 Read Ashley's full story here: https://mailchi.mp/fba596a674d1/uapswomen

10/13/2026

Calling all adventurous kids ages 8–12! Are you ready to build serious skills, crush challenges, and have an absolute blast on the water? The Youth Paddling Progression Program (YouthAPS) is officially open for registration! This program is designed for young paddlers who are ready to develop their skills and build a strong foundation for continued progression in whitewater paddling.

Dates: Oct 25, Nov 8, Nov 22, 8:30-10:00 AM
Location: Eastglen Pool
More details/ registration: https://www.paddleuaps.com/page-18123

09/29/2026

09/26/2026

Ready to Try Canoe Polo and/or improve on your basic skills from last year?

Join us for our upcoming Intro to Polo course!
🗓 Dates: Saturday Nov 14 - Dec 5, ⏰ Time: 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM

This course is perfect for anyone new to polo and/or for players who have attended our polo open sessions previously, looking for more time on the water and skill improvement. We will break into groups with our two instructors: those brand new to the game, and those who took the course last time.

You’ll learn essential polo rules and skills—including throwing, catching, blocking, and dribbling—while also working on your stroke technique and boat control to build confidence for whitewater paddling.

Every session wraps up with a fun, friendly game so you can put your new skills to the test in a supportive environment!

Requirements: You should have completed a basics course and be comfortable with wet exits. All sessions will be played in plastic whitewater kayaks, and helmets with face cages are provided.
Please note: These are recreational games. For competitive play in dedicated polo boats, we recommend checking out EWP!

Register here: https://www.paddleuaps.com/page-18122

If polo isn't your thing, we still have space in our stroke improvement and kids courses! Checkout www.paddleuaps.com