Canoeing
What is canoeing?
There are many different variations of canoe and kayak racing. The most common of these is the simple spring, in which racers attempt to get from the start line to the finish line in the quickest time possible.
Other variations include the slalom, in which competitors must race downhill between gates in the quickest time possible, with times compared at the end of a run rather than individuals racing side-by-side.
The narrower the boat the faster it travels across the water, making smaller boats much more popular when it comes to racing. Smaller boats also provide more of a challenge to those operating them, with a great sense of balance required.
Equipment needed
- Cones
- Bibs
- Gym mats
- Athletics batons
- Benches
- Canoes
- Paddles
- Access to a swimming pool
Get involved
The School Games is inclusive to all young people and provides opportunities for everyone to get involved, either within school, against other local schools, or at county or regional level.
School Games Organisers
School Games Organisers (SGO) help schools coordinate appropriate competitive opportunities for all young people from Key Stage 2-4, to recruit, train and deploy a suitable workforce, and to support the development of club.
Sign up to find your local SGOSchool Games formats
Learn more about the School Games formats suitable for canoeing competitions:
Canoeing Primary Challenge
Flexi Figure 8/Storming Slalom/Canoe Tipsy, Seated Spin/Seated Pass Repetition/Sit Sprint
Canoeing Secondary Competition
Fours Up Canoe Polo, Sports Hall Canoe Sprint, Cross Stream Canoe Slalom
Why Canoeing?
Cross Stream Challenge, Sports Hall Sprint, Fours Up Canoe Polo
Canoeing Inclusive Competition
Inclusive Sports Hall Canoe Slalom
Quick and easy canoeing activity resources
Be it 10-minute or lesson-length activities, we have a range of activities suitable for all ages and abilities to encourage young people to stay active throughout the day.