Youth Program
Do you have kids ages 8-14 who are interested in paddling a 6 person Outrigger Canoe?
We are excited to announce a summer adventures format for the 2025 keiki season!
We now offer four different sessions to choose from this summer! Each session is 4 weeks long and focuses on a unique theme.
Each session is $80. There is a 30% discount for the purchase of multiple sessions, or for multiple youth who sign up as part of a family plan membership.
***Parents and teens who are also interested in paddling can sign up for adult practices! Family membership prices available.
TEENS 15+ - BBOP is offering an amazing INTERNSHIP opportunity to help teach younger kiddos how to paddle. Find out more HERE.
Practices
All youth must register before getting into a canoe.
Visit our membership page for more info.
Practice Times: 4:15- 5:30pm
Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays, May 6 - Aug 21, 2025
(Each session includes 8 practices, for a total of 10 hours of instruction)
Session 1: May 6 – May 29 Focus on Paddle Technique and Sprint Racing
Session 2: June 3 – June 26 Focus on Marine Ecology
Session 3: July 1 – July 24 Focus on History and Culture
Session 4: July 29 – August 21 Focus on Strength and Conditioning and long-distance competition
Location: Launching from the Community Boating Center.
●All kids get a BBOP t-shirt upon sign up
●No drop-ins allowed. No “make-up” for missed practices.
●A fee waiver is available (click here for info)
●All youth are welcome to participate in our BBOP race on August 16, 2025 to show off their new skills!
Ready to sign up? Register HERE.
Help is available for TeamSnap registration!
What to Wear
All youth are required to wear a PFD. We will have PFDs and paddles available, but bring a PFD and/or paddle if you have one.
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Dress in layers, avoid cotton. Rain gear help to keep the body warm and insulated. Tights worn for other sport work well.
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Wear shoes that you don't mind getting wet- neoprene booties with wool socks will help keep the feet warm.
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Bring a change of clothes and a towel.