Canoe + Kayak Courses

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5 Days

5 Day Whitewater

MKC’s most popular course! Immerse yourself in the whitewater world and take your kayak and canoe skills to the next level.

Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced

1030 / Per person

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Weekend

Weekend Whitewater

MKC’s Weekend Canoe or Kayak Clinic is an introduction to the exciting world of whitewater paddling.

Beginner
Intermediate

$475 / Per person

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Weekend

Pack Raft on the Madawaska

NEW! Pack Raft the Madawaska River with Theresa Landman

Beginner
Intermediate

$618 / Per person

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Weekend

Revvv Up Intermediate Kayak

Get warmed up this May long weekend for the new whitewater kayak season! This course is for intermediate kayakers who are feeling a bit nervous this Spring.

Beginner
Intermediate

$618 / Per person

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5 Days

Week of Rivers

We want to share our favourite rivers with you during five days of kayaking or canoeing our region's best whitewater!

Intermediate
Advanced

$1355 / Per person

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5 Days

CAN RVR SUP on the Madawaska

MKC is stoked to have CAN RVR SUP on the Madawaska this year! With 2 courses to choose from- early Spring and late Summer- come get your SUP on!

Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced

$1030 / Per person

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Weekend

Blackfeather Canoe Tripping Weekend

Want to go on a whitewater canoeing expedition? Learn from Canada's leading guiding company. Check out Black Feather’s Tripping Program at MKC!

Intermediate

$433 / Per person

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5 Days

Yoga Whitewater Week

Yoga and kayaking or canoeing. Join us for our famous 5 day course with additional yoga programming to harmonize your learning with mindful motion.

Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced

$1030 / Per person

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4 Day Whitewater

Four days of paddling on an amazing river! Immerse yourself in the whitewater world and take your kayak and canoe skills to the next level.

Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced

824 / Per person

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5 Days

Mini Kids Kayak

*NEW!* For keen kids aged 5 to 7 years who want to play in the river in and around kayaks and canoes.

Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced

$650 / Per person

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5 Days

Family Week

Enjoy your next family vacation learning whitewater kayaking or canoeing at MKC! A truly uplifting getaway for the whole family!

Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced

$1030 / Per person

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Weekend

Family Weekend

Bring the kids for this fun-filled weekend getaway! Learn to kayak or canoe as a whole family at our Riverside Wilderness Resort!

Beginner

$475 / Per person

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1 Day

Mid Mad Fest

Celebrate the Madaoueskasibi (Madawaska River) for a day of paddling events, river closing ceremony, food and live music!

Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced

$20 - $100 / Per person

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Whitewater Riders Youth Teen Kayak Camp

Two weeks of whitewater – freestyle, slalom, creeking, expeditions, and rescue – building positive whitewater leadership.

Intermediate
Advanced

$2999 / Per person

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Slalom Week

Kayak or canoe in ways you never thought possible. Find the fastest lines using various strokes and maneuvers to turn your boat quickly.

Intermediate
Advanced

$1180 / Per person

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5 Days

Senior’s Week

Whitewater is for everyone! Never kayaked or canoed? Been at it for decades? Join peers for an active and relaxing vacation!

Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced

$1030 / Per person

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International Whitewater Women Program

From around the world, we are inviting whitewater women together to kayak, canoe, SUP, pack raft, and see the rivers of Ontario, Canada together!

Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced

$2060 / Per person

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5 Days

Women’s Week

Find your river smile for the first time or reach new heights of whitewater potential during our Women’s Week.

Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced

$927 / Per person

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Weekend

Women’s Weekend

Adventure ladies unite! MKC is pleased to offer a Women's Weekend of kayaking and canoeing for all women identifying folk!

Beginner
Intermediate

$428 / Per person

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Weekend

Creekside Riverside Yoga Retreat

Need some re-balancing? Come enjoy a weekend full of yoga learning by the river!

Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced

$395 / Per person

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1 Day

Zero to Hero

Interested in giving whitewater kayaking or canoeing a try? Join us for a 1 day intro to moving water paddling experience to go from zero to hero!

Beginner

$275 / Per person

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5 Days

Ottawa River Instruction

Kayak the famous Ottawa River with the people who know the river best! River running or freestyle – your choice!

Intermediate
Advanced

$1030 / Per person

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1 Day

Gift Card

Invest in MKC's future by investing in your paddling future now! Choose any value to contribute to your next time at MKC.

Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced

Custom / Per person

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1 Day

Downtown Ottawa Kayak Instruction

Feeling stuck in the city? Learn to kayak in downtown Ottawa within walking distance from the Parliament Buildings!

Beginner

$250 / Per person

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1 Day

Create A Custom Course

Craving something unique? Let us come to you with our CKC Certified Instructors and Guides to facilitate a great experience tailored to your group.

Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced

$275 / Per person

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Founded in 1972, MKC was the first kayak and canoe school in the world. We are a family run business, currently managed by the third generation!

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River Rescue and Wilderness First Aid

Get certified at MKC! Learn whitewater rescue practices, how to assist medical emergencies in the wilderness and become a kayak or canoe instructor!

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Reviews

4 star ratingGood tame ride for first timers but wear proper shoes is my take away Great family adventure. Very tame rapids for first timers. Very friendly instructors. I booked through trip advisor (Viator) and didn’t receive the email for the waiver or important info such as what to wear. We wore our crocks and were told we were not allowed to wear them. Had to buy $35 water shoes for each of my 3 kids as a result. Then noticed 10 others wearing crocks in our group and was upset that we were made to buy shoes. They ended up giving us our money back for the shoes and were allowed to wear our crocks. Disappointing start to our adventure. Viator confirmation email only said footwear is required. Should be more specific for people so they don’t have to go through what we did. In the end it was still a good family outing.
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Freedom31472160761
7/05/2023
5 star ratingGreat experience for young or new rafters. We had an amazing white water experience with our two young daughters. Our guide Mel was so encouraging and fun in spite of the drizzle. Great interaction with our kids and would highly recommend this to families looking for their first rafting adventure.
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andrewsJ7602CG
8/24/2023
5 star ratingFamily adventure! When we arrived at the facility, we were greeted with such warmth and hospitality. The staff in the store were so kind and had great vibes. On the actual tour, we were greeted with jokes and clear instructions. Very entertaining and informative.
We had such an exciting and adventurous adventure with our two children (ages 7 and 4). Our guide Alex was so knowledgeable and approachable. She helped make my kids feel comfortable and excited about rafting. Such a wonderful day on the raft. At times, my 4 year old was afraid of the rapids, but by the end she was smiling and so proud of herself for doing something so adventurous! We were on the raft with another family with an even younger child. I know the website says that even 2 year olds can go on the raft, but just be aware that some of the rapids are a bit intense and your child may be afraid. The great thing is that we felt safe with our helmets and lifejackets, and we were given clear instructions on what to do if we did fall in the river. All in all, it was a fantastic activity, and our most adventurous one as a family to date!
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503travellingtania
8/17/2023
November 17th 10am - 6pm EST

Early bird sale.

20% OFF

all 2 and 5 day MKC kayak and canoe programs. Includes Yoga Week, Slalom Week, Week of Rivers, Women’s Week and Weekend, Family Weeks and Weekends, Senior’s Week, Kayak and canoe instructor courses

Must place deposit to receive discount. We cannot combine discounts.

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March 4th - 8th 2024

10% off

5 day kayak + canoe courses

5% of all revenue from this week is donated to your choice of three organizations

We are forever grateful for the support we continually receive from our communities. To say a small thanks, we want to give back.