Kayak New Mexico, Inc. 501(c)3 is a volunteer run, tax-exempt non-profit corporation
Currently Scheduled Adaptive Kayaking Events:
May 18, 2024 – 6:00pm to 8:00pm – Rio Rancho Aquatic Center
June 22, 2024 – 6:00pm to 8:00pm – Rio Rancho Aquatic Center
Please sign our online wavier (once per year) at http://www.smartwavier.com/v/knmwaiver
Click here to register for our monthly events.
Contact Jane@kayaknewmexico.org
See below for more information!
Adaptive Kayaking builds courage, confidence and character, one stroke at at time, for people with special needs! Our motto “Come as you are!” encourages people of all ages and abilities to come kayaking with us! Whether the goals are physical, cognitive, social or emotional, adaptive kayaking can assist individuals on their journey to a superior quality of life! By adapting the environment, equipment, or teaching method, we are able to accommodate most people into our programs!
“No one can tell our children are different when they are kayaking!”
— Jeanette B., Albuquerque, NM
“Shaun had such a great time [in the adaptive kayaking program] & I see such a difference in him today. You, your volunteers & teachers do a great job. You’re providing a safety net for him right now & that is what he needs to grow. I can’t tell you enough how much we appreciate what you are doing for Shaun!”
— Loretta H., Albuquerque, NM
Upon completion of the adaptive kayaking programs, our students are invited to join the broader paddling community as a continuation of their learning, and ultimately helping our adaptive paddling students strive toward independence in an inclusive community environment.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: Is there a minimum age to participate?
A: No, the park has something for everyone. Small children may enjoy kayaking with mom or dad, or being pushed or pulled around in their kayak.
Q: Does my support person have to pay?
A: Anyone entering the water (including support) will need to pay to use the facility.
Q: My child is not a strong swimmer. Can we still participate?
A: Here is some information that may help you decide:
1) Life jackets are required any time we are kayaking (even in a pool).
2) Anyone needing a life jacket for swimming is welcome to wear one, or bring your own.
3) There are other shallow pools and ways to participate.
4) If you child needs support, come prepared to support them.
Registration is easy! FREE FOR NOW – no invoices will be sent
Sign up! Advanced registration is highly recommended! It will save check-in time on the day of the event and allow you to spend more time in the water! Register using the online registration form below. Upon registration, you’ll receive an email notification that your registration was successful.
Bring Support! Children less than 12 years old with special needs, or anyone needing support in routine daily activities must be accompanied by an adult in the water. This is for the safety of all participants.
Sign our online waiver! All participants and observers must sign our annual online waiver. One adult may sign a waiver for any amount of minors. If two parents/guardians are entering the facility, the second parent/guardian must sign a waiver individually for himself/herself. If you do not have an online waiver on file, please copy and paste the link to a new tab or window before registering below. http://www.smartwaiver.com/v/knmwaiver
“Because of his disability, there are very few activities that Kevin can participate in and feel successful in. He has motor dyspraxia and ideation apraxia, which in laymen terms means he has difficulty planning and executing motor movements. It usually requires hand-over-hand for Kevin to learn a new motor pattern. So Kevin is more successful with an activity that uses the same motor pattern over and over again. That is one reason kayaking had been suggested to me. I think that kayaking would be an activity that Kevin would really enjoy. He often looks out over our fence as if wishing he could go out into the world and experience things like everyone else. You gave him the opportunity to do that on Saturday. I can’t thank you enough!”
— Pat P., Albuquerque, NM
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