H2o Montreal outrigger club
What is an Outrigger (OC):
An outrigger (OC) is a long, narrow boat equipped with an outrigger (AMA) that makes it easy to balance and very stable. There are one, two and six-person boats. The paddles used are angled and rounded. The OC technique is very similar to that of the dragon boat. In fact, it is possible to use a dragon boat paddle.
The OC is a very suitable boat for beginners who have never paddled before. Thus, at your own pace and in a safe way, you will learn little by little the joys of gliding and the individual technique required.
For advanced paddlers, you will find the OC to be an opportunity to increase your individual technique and fitness by learning to “glide” an individual boat. The outrigger is also known to be a very good “testing” tool, an excellent way to test the individual performance of dragon boat paddlers.
2024 Outrigger and SUP memberships, Olympic Basin, Parc Jean Drapeau
Take advantage of the beautiful Olympic Basin located at Parc Jean Drapeau for an Outrigger or Racing SUP paddling session. Here are the options available for the 2024 season.
Unlimited OC-1/SUP full season pass: $250
The full season pass gives you access to an unlimited number of 60-minutes OC-1 and SUP session on the Olympic basin, Parc Jean Drapeau.
At your disposal:
- 8x Oc1 (4 right + 4 left)
- 2x Sup race
Calendar:
- From April 29 to September 29 2024 (depending on weather) *
Schedule:
The schedule subject to change throughout the 2024 season.
- Monday to Thursday: from 1 pm to 8 pm
- Friday: from 1 pm to 7 pm
- Saturday & Sunday: from 9 am to 1 pm.
Price:
- information to come
Some important points:
- Please respect the Olympic Basin's navigation rules. These rules are posted in front of the docks.
*Basin closure:
Some events are on the calendar for 2023 summer with the the status "to be confirmed". You will be notified of the status of each event.
How the subscription works:
- I buy my subscription online.
- I receive my confirmation by email.
- I reserve my time slots (the reservation system will be available mid-April).
- On-site, I sign in with the H2o attendant before my session on the water.
Registration:
Registration Mid March 2025Booking:
A password is required to access the reservation calendars. The password is included in the subscription confirmation email.
Available mid-april
5 sessions pass OC-1/ SUP: 80$
This membership gives you access to five 60-minutes sessions of OC-1 or SUP on the Olympic basin, Parc Jean Drapeau.
At your disposal:
- 8x Oc-1
- 2x Sup race
Calendar:
- From April 29 to September 29 2024 (depending on weather) *
Schedule:
The schedule is subject to change throughout the 2024 season.
- Mon to Thu: from 1 pm to 8 pm
- Fri: from 1 pm to 7 pm
- Sat & Sun: from 9 am to 1 pm.
Price:
- 80$ + tx
Some important points:
- You will have to sign a waiver form before your first session.
- Please respect the covid measures in place as well as the Olympic basin's navigation rules. These rules are posted at the entrance to the basin as well as in front of the docks.
*Basin closure:
How the subscription works:
- I buy my membership online.
- I receive my confirmation by email.
- I reserve my time slots (the reservation system will be available in mid-April).
- Once there, I sign in with the H2o staff before my session on the water.
Registration:
Registration Mid March 2025Booking:
A password is required to access the reservation calendars. The password is included in the subscription confirmation email.
Available mid-AprilOutrigger initiation course
Do you want to paddle an Outrigger OC-1, but you hesitate to go alone with a rental boat? This course is for you! Come alone or with friends to discover the basics and techniques of Outrigger. During this initiation you will have information on equipment, boat handling, techniques and safety. After the initiation, you will feel confident to subscribe to a membership.
What will I learn?
- Manipulate the boat
- How to sit in the OC
- How to run it
- How to dock it
- What to do if I capsize
- Paddling techniques
Price:
- 65$ + tx *Price includes the rental of your OC-1 and coaching fees.
Refund policy:
The course takes place in case of rain except in stormy weather where you will be reimbursed.
General information:
- Level: No experience required, 18 years and over
- Duration of the activity: 2hrs
- Group: 5 people / 1 instructor
- Included: boat, paddle and safety jacket
- Location: Olympic Basin, Parc Jean-Drapeau, Montreal
To plan for the course:
- Comfortable swimsuit or sportswear
- Sunscreen
- Bottle of water
- Beach towel
- Spare clothes
Calendar and schedule:
- May 2025, date to be confirmed
- Coach: Son Quan Nguyen
Outrigger private lesson
Looking for a private coaching session in OC-1 or SUP? Some of our coaches are at your disposal!
H2o coaches for private sessions:
- Carlos Martinez: Outrigger
- Dan Schmouth: Outrigger
- Erik Gervais: Outrigger
- Son Quan Nguyen: Outrigger et SUP
Schedule:
- Private lesson times vary according to coaches' availability.
Price:
- 60$ + tx
Some important points:
- You will have to sign a waiver form (via email) before your first outing.
- Please respect the navigation rules of the Olympic basin. These rules are posted at the entrance of the pool and in front of the docks.
Reservations:
Contact-us for reservation: info@h2oplayground.com
