School & Youth Group Bookings
Paddle, Explore, Learn
Here at Deep Cove Kayak, we have been delivering quality school group tours and lessons in Say Nuth Khaw Yum (Indian Arm Park) for over 40 years.
We are a Social Purpose company, and our purpose is to INSPIRE DEEPER CONNECTIONS TO THE OUTDOORS AND ONE ANOTHER. All of our paddling programs focus on building relationships within your group as you paddle and explore together all while learning about and respecting the environment that you are paddling in.
We offer tours and lessons at discounted prices to School groups and youth groups. The calm waters of Deep Cove provide a comfortable, safe environment for young, first-time paddlers. We work with a variety of ages but find that we have the most success with grades 3-4 all the way through to grade 12.
Our School & Youth Group Bookings are a great option for:
- End-of-year field trips
- Geography classes
- PE classes
- Outdoor ed classes
- Youth Clubs
- Summer Camp Activities
- International Student Groups
- Home-stay groups
- Homeschoolers field trips
School & Youth Group Paddling Lessons
Learning a new skill with your classmates is a great way to break down
barriers within your class, build water confidence and play some fun games while experiencing the beauty of Say Nuth Khaw Yum (Indian Arm Park)!
Your instructors will meet your class and give your group a safety talk and introduction to your chosen paddling discipline (SUP or kayak).
When you are on the water your instructors will take your group through the basics of paddling and maneuvering your craft. All of these skills will be taught in a safe environment with plenty of activities and games to consolidate the class’ learning. Your students will be pro in no time!
Once the activity is completed, the instructors will safely land everyone at the beach and will give your class a chance to reflect on their experiences from the lesson.
Lesson Pricing
| 2 Hour Kayak or Paddleboard Lesson | $50 + tax |
| 3 Hour Kayak or Paddleboard Lesson | $60 + tax |
| 4 Hour Kayak Lesson | $70 + tax |
| 8 Hour Kayak Lesson | $130 + tax |
School & Youth Group Paddle Canada Basic Skills Certification
This course serves as the starting point in the Paddle Canada progression scheme and provides structured learning for fundamental life-long kayaking skills.
Students will each paddle their own single kayak. Our Paddle Canada certified instructors will teach these students about the kayaks, basic strokes, and options to move the kayaks in different directions. Students will also learn to capsize and exit their kayak, as well as how to get back in with the help of a partner. This will be done in a safe and supported environment.
Lesson Package Pricing
| 3 x 3 Hour Lessons | $150 + tax | SAVE $30! |
| 4 x 2 Hour Lessons | $170 + tax | SAVE $30! |
School & Youth Group Guided Tours
Leave the classroom and enjoy a healthy dose of mountain and ocean air to leave your class feeling refreshed and energized.
Your class will be greeted by their guides and given a safety briefing and paddling talk before heading to their kayaks or SUPS. The class will kayak together and explore the southern islands of Say Nuth Khaw Yum. Your guides will show the group sights of historical and geographical importance and will tell you some fascinating stories and facts about the area!
When the tour is completed, the guides will safely land everyone at the beach and will give the class a chance to reflect on their experiences and the facts they have learned from the tour.
Guided Tour Pricing (April & October, Mon – Fri)
| APRIL & OCTOBER (mon-fri) | 2 Hour | 3 Hour | 4 Hour | 5 Hour |
| Double Kayak | $30 | $38 | $45 | $51 |
| Single Kayak | $33 | $41 | $48 | $54 |
| SUP | $33 | $41 |
Guided Tour Pricing (May & June & September, Mon – Fri)
| MAY & JUNE & SEPTEMBER (mon-fri) | 2 Hour | 3 Hour | 4 Hour | 5 Hour |
| Double Kayak | $36 | $45 | $53 | $59 |
| Single Kayak | $40 | $48 | $56 | $63 |
| SUP | $40 | $48 |
Guided Tour Pricing (July & August, Mon – Fri)
| JULY & AUGUST (mon-fri) | 2 Hour | 3 Hour | 4 Hour | 5 Hour |
| Double Kayak | $43 | $52 | $59 | $66 |
| Single Kayak | $46 | $55 | $63 | $69 |
| SUP | $46 | $55 |
School & Youth Group Dragon Boat Tours
We have 1 dragon boat that can hold between 14-22 participants. The tours are 1.5 hours long and include an on-land safety briefing and how-to-paddle talk from your 2 dragon boat guides. When you are on the water you will have our 2 guides with you, 1 at the back steering and 1 at the front helping you all to paddle in time and lead you in some exciting challenges and games.
Dragon Boat Tour Pricing
1.5 Hour tour (14-22 participants) – $440 + tax per session
School & Youth Group Overnight Expeditions
The calm, sheltered waters of Say Nuth Khaw Yum (Indian Arm Park) make for a great first-time overnight kayak expedition.
Paddle 16 km around Islands, past waterfalls, and historic power stations until you reach your final destination, the iconic Granite Falls! The campsite is remote enough to completely disconnect from the day-to-day hustle and bustle, but still, only a 40 minute motor boat ride away from Deep Cove making it a great spot for beginner campers.
Overnight Expedition Pricing
| 1 Night | $330 + tax per person |
| 2 Nights | $495 + tax per person |
| 3 Nights | $660 + tax per person |
| 4 Nights | $825 + tax per person |
RECEIVE A DISCOUNTED 3-HOUR LESSON PRIOR TO YOUR TRIP!
3 Hour lesson to go over paddling technique, kayak packing, and camping essentials
$40 + tax per person ($20 discount)
Don’t see the specific program you are looking for?
We can fully customize an activity to suit your groups’ individual needs.
Email our group bookings office at groupbookings@deepcovekayak.com or call us at 604.929.2268 ext 3
We acknowledge, with deep gratitude, that all of our group paddling programs take place on the unceded territory and traditional waters of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the territories of the xĘ·məθkwÉ™yĚ“É™m (Musqueam), SkwxwĂş7mesh (Squamish), and SÉ™lĚ“ĂlwÉ™taĘ”/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.
