School & Youth Groups
We welcome school groups (Elementary School grade 6 and up and High School), as well as other youth groups (such as Scouts, Girl Guides, Community Centre Groups and more) to join us on the water and come kayaking with us!
Whether you’re planning a fun team-building event, want to incorporate water sports into your phys-ed or outdoor-ed programming, or want to integrate kayaking and exploring English Bay from the water into your class curriculum (such as First Peoples, Geography, Biology or more) we will be able to cater the program to your needs and goals. No previous kayaking experience is necessary, as our expert guides ensure a safe, welcoming, and enjoyable experience for all skill levels.
Located at Jericho Beach Park, Vancouver’s ocean playground, we offer paddling experiences in a stunning natural setting. As a Social Purpose company, our mission is to inspire deeper connections to the outdoors and to one another. With over 40 years of experience, we specialize in creating positive paddling adventures that emphasize safety, skill development, and deeper connections.
We offer various programs for school and youth groups or we can create a custom program just for you!
Teambuilding, Kayak Instruction and Guided Kayak Tours for School and Youth Groups
Popular Programs Include
Fun Paddle & Games
Strengthen Connections. Build Trust. Have Fun!
Join us on the water for a fun filled paddle! This is a great opportunity for students to bond with their class-mates, get introduced to kayaking, have fun working as a team while playing kayaking games and exploring the ocean!
Coastal Exploration Tour
Paddle Through History & Nature
Give your students an opportunity to learn about the ocean environment while being immersed in it! This is a wonderful opportunity to combine a fun-filled kayaking adventure with an educational experience where students will learn about marine biology, the port of Vancouver and the ever-changing marine environment.
Paddle Canada Basic Kayak Skills Certification
Develop Skills & Practice Safety
Get an in-depth kayaking experience and learn basic boat handling skills as well as safety skills on how to safely get out and how to get back into a kayak in case of a capsize. Upon successful completion of the required skills students can be awarded the national certification of Paddle Canada Basic Kayaking Skills.
Why Book With Us?
Safety First
Safety is our top priority.
All our instructors are Paddle Canada and First Aid certified and carry additional safety equipment with them on the water. Additionally, we provide thorough safety instructions ensuring a safe, fun, and inclusive experience for every participant even if they’ve never been on the water before.
Hands-on Learning and Team Bonding
We offer a variety of programs tailored to your group, such as fun paddles with games, educational excursions to learn more about the local history and environment or a full kayaking lesson.
We can also create a custom program designed around your group’s goals.
Flexible and Customizable
Our dedicated Group Bookings Coordinator will work with you, ensuring you have a great and tailored experience right from first reaching out to us until the end of your program.
We are happy to schedule the program to fit your calendar and customize it to suit your group’s size, age range, and interests ensuring a fantastic experience from start to finish.
Rates
| Shoulder Season (weekdays) | Core Season (weekdays) | Weekends (All Season) | |
| 2 Hour Tour | $35-38 | $42-45 | $48-52 |
| 3 Hour Tour | $43-46 | $50-53 | $56-60 |
We also offer longer tours, as well as lessons. Contact us for detailed pricing.