Paddle Touring is for Everyone

At Umingmaq Paddle Touring Center, we believe that exploring the boundaries between water, earth, and sky by canoe or kayak is the ultimate form of communion with nature, friends and family. Everyone can canoe or kayak with the right equipment, instruction and attitude.

Matt was certified as a British Canoe Union Four Star Sea Paddler and a Coach 3 in 2004. Teaching kinesthetic movement is an art and science. The connection between the proprioception of our body in relation to the physical world and coordinating this information into effective physical movement can never be underestimated.

Mastering a physical skill in a complex and ever-changing natural environment is a very personal journey. Being focused on each of our students allows us to tailor each program to fit , not only your skillset, but more importantly, your confidence level. Confidence is the stepping stone to proficiency.

Mastering the physical skills of canoeing or kayaking is only part of the paddle touring equation. Umingmaq Paddle Touring Center also incorporates concepts of equipment selection, risk assessment & environmental analysis into our curricula, so you become a more judicious outdoorsperson.

The courses offered by Umingmaq Paddle Touring Center are specifically designed to give you the confidence to take on whatever challenge you seek with your kayak or canoe. Our student to instructor ratio will always remain low, which guarantees personal and direct instruction.

We will help you become a more proficient and prudent paddler. We want to work with you to give you the personal confidence to achieve your paddling/touring/expedition goals, whatever they may be.

Courses:

  • Basic Kayak Safety
  • Basic Canoe Safety
  • Kayak Dynamics
  • Canoe Dynamics
  • Advanced Kayak Skills
  • Kayak Camping
  • Canoe Camping
  • Kayak Trip Planning
  • Canoe Trip Planning
  • Kayak Fit and Outfitting
  • Creating a Paddling Ditch Kit
  • Extended Trip (Expedition) Planning
  • Expedition/Travel Safety & Security
  • Expedition Firearms Selection & Training

CONTACT US today to set up your learning experience!