2025 Ukee Greenland Weekend

Our 4th annual symposium is a special event put on by Manke Kayak. This years special guest is once again Eiichi Ito from Japan! Come and join International kayak instructors and Greenland paddle enthusiasts from around the world! Last  year the event drew in instructors and participants from 5 different countries.

Located in Ucluelet BC, Vancouver Island, this unique 3 day event is one you don't want to miss. Each year we sell out so signing up in advance is highly recommended. This year we have upgraded our facility location and reserved the entire Ucluelet Hostel and property located on the inner harbor. We will offer shared rooms at the hostel as well as campsites located at the Ucluelet Campground just 2 minutes down the road from the venue. 

Confirmed lead International Instructors for the 2025 event nclude;

⭐️ Eiichi Ito (Japan)
⭐️ Jaime Sharp (Canada)
⭐️ Amber Champion (Canada)
⭐️ James Manke (Canada)

Please note that meals are not included in the cost of this event. We will be hosting a potluck dinner on Saturday evening at the event venue. If you would like to participate in this, start thinking of a unique dish you can contribute! The idea is to share our favorite or family dishes with each other as a way to celebrate new friendships created.

Camping or hostel accommodation are included in the cost of your registration. Options are reflected in the registration price. Note that the campground is unserviced (no power) however it is right beside the showers, washrooms and dish washing stations. Worried about the rain... hostel rooms offer bunk bed style accommodation in shared rooms. We do not have private rooms available.

This years kayak workshop options

➡️ Kayak Surfing with a Greenland Paddle
➡️ Lay Back Foundations
➡️ Forward Finish Foundations
➡️ Blended Greenland Paddle Strokes
➡️ Rough Water Rolling

(All participants will be sent a form to select their workshops 30 days before the event) 

Extra activities include

➡️ Traditional Games Night
➡️ Event Party with Live Music
➡️ Group Coastal Paddle