We are happy to announce that our Stroke of Achievement Award goes to the Nantahala Racing Club! This award is given annually to a club for superior performance and program development.
Founded in 1989, the Nantahala Racing Club (NRC) is a
non-profit organization that was originally conceived to provide a support
platform for canoe and kayak athletes training for the Olympics. However, today the NRC is
committed to engaging youth and families in whitewater sports. Specializing in slalom, freestyle, and downriver competition, NRC develops
and supports athletes of all ages and ability levels through a variety of
training resources and events.
By using whitewater-based exploration and
competition the NRC encourages connections with the outdoors, promotes
continuous self-improvement and empowers youth participants to expand their
horizons.
The NRC is made up of a collaboration of members who are
whitewater athletes, volunteers and
enthusiasts. NRC members believe in the intrinsic value of
outdoor sport. The NRC believes that excellence is worth pursuing, and they work as a
team to develop and grow paddlesports in the United States.
One of their most successful programs is the Nantahala Kids
Club. The NKC is a six-week program designed to get kids active and engaged in
the outdoors through introduction to paddlesports. The focus is on learning
basic whitewater safety skills, and building a supportive community of strong,
confident, healthy kids. Participants are encouraged to advance at their own pace,
while coaches provide individualized instruction and lead group games and
exercises.
Thank you to the NRC for all that you do for the paddling community!
For more information about the ACA Awards, please visit www.americancanoe.org/Awards
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