Coach in Training Program (C.I.T.)
U15 athletes can do some volunteer work this summer to prepare for the possibility of future employment at the Club. This program includes a total of 35 hours of volunteer work throughout the summer (about 4-5 hours per week) with the various recreational and competitive groups. The volunteers will assist the monitors and coaches with the preparation and animation of groups. There will also be mandatory brief weekly meetings with the program coordinator.
All interested athletes are asked to send an email to Stephanie Kobzan (stephanie.kobzan@pointe-claire.ca). An information session about the program will take place in mid-June according to the athletes’ schedules. The deadline to apply for this program is Friday, May 25, 2018.
CanoeKids Training
"Learn how to teach young children (ages 6-11), fundamental canoe and kayak skills through this fun and interactive coaching workshop which focuses on helping children develop water safety awareness and skills, overall motor skills, and how to have fun on the water in a fun, safe, and structured environment."
Date: May 12, 2018
Location: Lachine
Schedule: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Maximum: 24 participants
Cost: $85.00
Instructor: Franck Gomez
Sign-up at coach.ca
Entry Level Competitive Coach (ELCC) Training
"This 2.5 day workshop is designed for coaches working with young athletes, paddling small boats, who are dedicated to developing their skills at the regional and/or provincial level of competition. The following multi-sport workshops are also required at this level of training: Make Ethical Decisions, Plan a Practice, Nutrition, and Teaching and Learning."
Date: May 5-6, 2018
Location: Olympic Basin (Montreal)
Schedule: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Maximum: 12 participants
Cost: $140.00
Instructor: Franck Gomez
Sign-up at coach.ca
Steering Clinic (H2O Dragon Boat)
This helmsman clinic will teach you how to steer a dragon boat in 2 days! The helmsman clinic is for people with or without experience.
Date: May 12-13, 2018
Location: Olympic Basin (Montreal)
Schedule: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (BBQ at the end of Day 2)
Cost: $85.00
Instructors: Dan Levine and Sylvain Laberge
Sign-up and more info here
Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC)
All operators of recreational powered watercraft in Canada regardless of age, engine horsepower or length of boat.
Option 1
Get certified online in 3 easy steps:
BOATERexam.com
ACEBOATER.com
Option 2
Course given by the Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons. The approved handbook and course prepare you for the exam leading to your Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOP).
Cost: 95 $ (boating basics)
Registration and Schedule – click here.
On the water training for boat drivers
Date: TBC (August 2018)
Location: Club
Schedule: TBC
Prerequisite: Pleasure craft operator card
Cost: Free
Instructor: TBC
U15 athletes can do some volunteer work this summer to prepare for the possibility of future employment at the Club. This program includes a total of 35 hours of volunteer work throughout the summer (about 4-5 hours per week) with the various recreational and competitive groups. The volunteers will assist the monitors and coaches with the preparation and animation of groups. There will also be mandatory brief weekly meetings with the program coordinator.
All interested athletes are asked to send an email to Stephanie Kobzan (stephanie.kobzan@pointe-claire.ca). An information session about the program will take place in mid-June according to the athletes’ schedules. The deadline to apply for this program is Friday, May 25, 2018.
CanoeKids Training
"Learn how to teach young children (ages 6-11), fundamental canoe and kayak skills through this fun and interactive coaching workshop which focuses on helping children develop water safety awareness and skills, overall motor skills, and how to have fun on the water in a fun, safe, and structured environment."
Date: May 12, 2018
Location: Lachine
Schedule: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Maximum: 24 participants
Cost: $85.00
Instructor: Franck Gomez
Sign-up at coach.ca
Entry Level Competitive Coach (ELCC) Training
"This 2.5 day workshop is designed for coaches working with young athletes, paddling small boats, who are dedicated to developing their skills at the regional and/or provincial level of competition. The following multi-sport workshops are also required at this level of training: Make Ethical Decisions, Plan a Practice, Nutrition, and Teaching and Learning."
Date: May 5-6, 2018
Location: Olympic Basin (Montreal)
Schedule: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Maximum: 12 participants
Cost: $140.00
Instructor: Franck Gomez
Sign-up at coach.ca
Steering Clinic (H2O Dragon Boat)
This helmsman clinic will teach you how to steer a dragon boat in 2 days! The helmsman clinic is for people with or without experience.
Date: May 12-13, 2018
Location: Olympic Basin (Montreal)
Schedule: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (BBQ at the end of Day 2)
Cost: $85.00
Instructors: Dan Levine and Sylvain Laberge
Sign-up and more info here
Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC)
All operators of recreational powered watercraft in Canada regardless of age, engine horsepower or length of boat.
Option 1
Get certified online in 3 easy steps:
- Follow the online course
- Take the online exam
- Print a temporary card (official card sent by mail)
BOATERexam.com
ACEBOATER.com
Option 2
Course given by the Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons. The approved handbook and course prepare you for the exam leading to your Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOP).
Cost: 95 $ (boating basics)
Registration and Schedule – click here.
On the water training for boat drivers
Date: TBC (August 2018)
Location: Club
Schedule: TBC
Prerequisite: Pleasure craft operator card
Cost: Free
Instructor: TBC
