Erg Gyms

We are lucky here on the West Coast as we can train year-round on the water, but VI Paddling also offers indoor paddle training. This provides our paddlers a great opportunity to work on technique in a safe, dry indoor environment with a low coach to paddler ratio. We provide Kayak Pro paddling ergometers which are specifically designed for dragon boat or outrigger canoe athletes. These ergs imitate the resistance you feel in the water while providing a more controlled environment to work on all phases of your stroke. These machines are top-of-the-line, and used extensively across Canada, including testing of national team athletes. Classes are offered October through March. Contact us for more details.

We have two paddle erg gyms at Vi Paddling – one is located in Victoria at the Esquimalt United Church with access of Lyall Street, and the other is located in Merville.