Paddle, Play and Progress! Choose from a variety of kayaking lessons
Discover CCE’s kayaking programs! From introductory paddling to pool sessions to competitive slalom and more, we’ve got a program for any age group or experience level. Kayaking Lessons run from May until October for introductory lessons and from February to November for the competitive slalom programs. To learn more about the competitive slalom programs check out the “Competition Page”.
Our nine step levelled program, originally developed by our national sport body, Canoe Kayak Canada, is designed to ensure that water safety awareness, paddling skills, and confidence in every learner is achieved before advancing to the next level. Levels one, two and three, the foundation of the program, are taught exclusively on flat water before advancing to moving water in level four.
Learn more about our Lesson Curriculum here!
Questions?
We’re here to help! Please contact us at ccekayak@gmail.com or submit a contact form if there is any information you need that is not available on this page.
You can also check out our FAQ page here.
Kayak Lessons at the Lake - Spring/Summer 2026
REGISTRATION FOR the Spring and summer 2025 KAYAKING LESSONS (May THROUGH August)!
Our beginner youth programs are based at Cultus Lake where our Boathouse is located. Levels 1 through 3 are taught on flatwater by our experienced, NCCP certified staff. All equipment is provided.
Our whitewater programs are taught on moving water. The exact location of the lessons will be determined based on water levels. Typically these lessons are taught on the Chilliwack River or the Hope Slough. Levels 4 through 6 often consist of short river runs and park n play sessions where learners learn to play in the eddy’s.
Click on the below link to see dates and times of our lessons.
Pool Sessions
Register now for 2026 sessions
We are excited to offer pool lessons for youth, free try-it kayaking sessions and member only drop in sessions again in 2026. Sessions will be held at the Chilliwack Landing Leisure Centre (9145 Corbould St #4 Chilliwack, BC V2P 4A6) on Feb 6, 13, 20 and 27, 2026.
MEMBER DROP-IN (CCE Membership required)(All Ages)(registration required)
Join us at the Landing Leisure Centre from 7:00pm to 8:50pm on Friday February 6, February 13, February 20 and February 27 for kayaking. This is not a lesson but our qualified instructors will be there to give tips and tricks! Registration required. Cost is $100 for the 4 sessions. CCE Paddling Club Membership is required for these sessions. NO Pool Admission fees are required upon entry.
Participants must transport their gear (their own gear or club gear) to the pool. If you wish to use club equipment please email ccekayak@gmail.com.
A special thank you to the YMCA for your support!
School Group Lessons
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The CCE Paddling Club has been offering paddling opportunities to local schools and groups for over a decade. Our group lessons are fun, engaging, and students will come away having learned the basics of paddling so they can safely paddle at the lake. Discover an easy and cost-effective opportunity to have students experience a new sport! All required equipment is provided by CCE.
Half-Day Summer Camps
REGISTRATION for SUMMER 2026 CAMPS is open (JULY THROUGH AUGUST)!
The CCE Paddling Club is offering Learn to Kayak Summer camps (Lesson Levels 1 to 4) at Cultus Lake from the beginning of July to the end of August. Kids will play games, learn kayaking skills and water safety and have a blast! Featuring small group sizes and NCCP-certified instructors, you’ll learn to paddle like a pro in no time.