Sportable

Only 10 spaces available 

Program Description: 

• Spend an afternoon on the water, learn new skills, and experience thrilling challenges through adventure and kayaking!
• Sportable is proud to partner with Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation to provide athletes with the opportunity to learn the basics of flatwater kayaking alongside the region’s most experienced staff at scenic locations on the James River.
• This is a two-part series. Space is limited to only 10 athletes per session. This program is made possible through the generous support of the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation and Transact Capital. 

Who:

• This program is designed for Sportable members and is limited to 10 participants per session.
• Participants must be age 14+ and must be able to display that they can swim and/or float independently in order to participate in this program.  
• There is a weight capacity of 250lbs for the boats that are used at this program.

NOTE: Participants MUST meet the following Essential Eligibility Criteria:
1.    Breathe independently (i.e., not require medical devices to sustain breathing)
2.    Independently maintain sealed airway passages while under water
3.    Independently hold head upright without neck / head support
4.    Manage personal care independently or with assistance of a companion
5.    Manage personal mobility independently or with a reasonable amount of assistance
6.    Follow instructions and effectively communicate independently or with assistance of a companion
7.    Independently turn from face-down to face-up and remain floating face up while wearing a properly fitted life jacket

When: 

• Thursday, May 2– Dutch Gap Conservation Area - 251 Henricus Park Rd Chester, VA 23836
• Thursday, May 16– Deep Bottom - 9525 Deep Bottom Rd, Henrico, VA 23231

   

• Time: 5:30-8:00 PM

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