Paddling
The club organizes lessons and Group Outings from time to time. Members with their own equipment also get together for informal group paddles throughout the season.
Kayaking - Beginner Lessons
2025 Level 1 Sea Kayak Skills Course
June 28 + 29, 2025. Join us for a two-day Paddle Canada Level One Sea Kayaking course, designed to build your confidence on the water. This course moves beyond flatwater kayaking and into the adventure of sea kayaking, with a strong focus on rescue techniques, navigation, and paddling skills.
All details here: PDF Document & Event Page.
𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫: Contact Eleanor Kure at
Stand Up Paddle Boarding Lessons
2025 SUP Skills Course
With its protected waters, many shallow coves and charming islands, Antigonish Harbour is a great place to hone your paddle-boarding skills. The ABC is pleased to offer this Basic & Advanced certificate!
📍 Where: The Antigonish Boat Club
📅 When: Saturday, June 21 @ 10am - 4pm
💰 Course Fee: $150 for ABC members and $175 for non-members
🎟️ 6 spaces available (19+ yrs), Register to reserve your spot now!
All details here: PDF Document & Event Page.
𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫: Online @mysporthub.ca (aka Playfinder)
Canoeing - Beginner Lessons
Paddling in the Harbour
Antigonish Harbour is a paddling paradise - with generally sheltered waters and numerous coves and islands to explore.
Beginner Lessons
Paddle Antigonish Provides an introductory experience to canoeing in the Antigonish Area. For more information, contact Andrew Foran.
Outings
Outings are periodically arranged by community volunteers. Club members will be advised of such events whenever possible.
Become an Instructor
From paddling to beachfront yoga, we're always looking to expand our team of instructors and lessons available. Please reach out if you'd like to become an Antigonish Boat Club volunteer! Contact Us