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01 · Lake & Location 02 · Participants 03 · What to Bring 04 · Safety Rules 05 · Booking & Payment 06 · Stillwater Skills App

Please read through the following requirements before booking your session. They cover everything you need to know about location access, participant rules, what to bring, safety expectations, and booking policies. If you have any questions, contact us before booking — we're happy to help.

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Within 1.5hrs
No charge
From Ottawa (Manotick)
1.5 – 3hr Drive
+$100 flat
One-time surcharge
3 – 6hr Drive
+$200 flat
One-time surcharge
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  • If a minor's parents are not present, contact information and additional written consent is required prior to the session — a form will be provided
  • We offer lifejackets in every size but recommend bringing your own for proper fitment
    • A well-fitting lifejacket should be snug but not tight. To test: lift the jacket by the shoulders — if it rises to or past the wearer's ears, it does not fit properly.

Health & Physical Condition

  • A signed liability waiver is required for every participant before entering the water
  • Waivers will be sent upon booking confirmation — please complete them in advance
  • Our full waiver and policies are available at learnwatersports.ca/policies
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We provide everything on the water. Just show up ready to ride.

Required

  • Swimwear
  • Sunscreen — apply before boarding
  • Water & snacks for your group
  • Towels
  • Signed waivers (sent after booking)

Optional but Recommended

  • Your own life jacket — we have all sizes but yours is better
  • Your own ski, board, or handle
  • Rash guard or UV protection
  • Warm layer for morning/evening sessions
  • Camera / GoPro
  • Change of clothes for the drive home
We Provide Everything Else
Sanger DLX boat · Fuel · Waterskis · Wakeboards · Wakesurf board · Combo skis · Trick skis · Slalom ski · Ropes · Handles · PFDs in all sizes · Barefoot boom · Wakeboard tower · Surf tabs · Ballast bags · First aid kit · Safety equipment
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  • Participants who have consumed alcohol will not be permitted to ride — no refund will be issued
Coach Authority: The coach has final say on all safety decisions — including weather, conditions, and participant readiness. Sessions may be paused or ended at any time if safety is a concern.
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For full policy details see learnwatersports.ca/policies

  • Cancellation by client — no refund, no credit
  • Cancellations must be submitted by email to bookings@learnwatersports.ca — not accepted by phone or text

  • Light rain — session proceeds as scheduled
  • Heavy rain or thunder — session cancelled by coach, full credit to rebook
  • Overcast or wind only — session proceeds; if conditions deteriorate, pro-rated credit for remaining time
  • If no suitable rebook date before September 30 — full refund of all payments made
  • The coach has final say on all weather-related decisions

  • Tubing: +$30/hr additional fuel surcharge — waived for 2+ consecutive day bookings. It's a fun way to break up the other activities!
  • Distance: +$100 flat (1.5–3hr) or +$200 flat (3–6hr) from Ottawa
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All Stillwater Sports students receive free access to the Stillwater Skills app — a structured progression platform for tracking skills and earning certifications from Bronze through Platinum.

  • Access at learnwatersports.ca/stillwaterapp — free for all students
  • GPS session tracking — record your time on the water all season and compare against your friends
  • We recommend creating your account before your session — we'll sign off your first skills on the day
Learn More About the App →
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