Akron University
Schedule updated
Location
Ocasek Natatorium382 Carroll Street
Akron
Schedule
Tuesdays, 8–10 p.m.
- September
- 22, 29
- October
- 6, 13, 20, 27
- November
- 3, 10, 17
- December
- 1
Equipment and logistics
- Boats, PFDs (life jackets), and paddles are provided as needed.
- Personal kayaks are permitted if they are clean and free of debris. Boats may be transported through the side entrance of the ONAT pool (door #14). Do not prop open doors.
- Participants may arrive by 7:45 p.m. but may not be on the water before 8 p.m.
- All participants must be out of the ONAT facility by 10 p.m. Plan time to exit the water, transport your kayak, and use the locker room before the building closes.
Need help?
The club is happy to work with any paddler who requests help. A Keel-Haulers roll instructor can work with students who are interested in learning the kayak roll.
Email clevelandkeelhaulers@gmail.com so the club can arrange for the instructor to attend. Participants using this service are asked to be or become Keel-Haulers members.
Registration
Punch passes are required. On arrival, every participant must sign in with the staff and receive a wristband for the session. Staff are available in the leisure pool area and on the ONAT pool deck for sign-in.
Lake Meyers YMCA
Meyers Lake YMCA pool sessions
Flyer updated September 22, 2026. Sundays, 9-11 a.m.
- Published dates
- November 8 and 22; December 13 and 27; January 10 and 24; February 14 and 28; March 14 and 28.
- Location
- 1333 North Park Avenue NW, Canton, OH 44708.
- Price
- $12 per person for members; $15 per person for nonmembers. Family may watch for free if they do not enter the pool.
Equipment and logistics
All incoming kayaks must be very clean. Remove airbags and anything else that may hold debris when cleaning the boat. A dirty kayak may be turned away. Enter through the maintenance area.
Need equipment?
The club may have equipment and may be able to outfit a paddler who needs gear. Ask in advance using the note option when registering.
Need help?
People interested in basic kayaking skills can practice here. The club plans a presence at every session and is happy to work with paddlers who request help.
Confirm the schedule, availability and registration with the club before making plans. The flyer does not print a year beside each listed date.
Kent State University
Kent State University pool sessions
Flyer updated September 2, 2026. Thursdays, 7-9 p.m.
- Published dates
- September 10; October 22; November 19; December 3.
- Location
- 1550 Ted Boyd Drive, Kent, OH.
- Price
- $7 per person.
Equipment and logistics
New kayakers can learn kayaking skills. Participants may bring their own boats through the loading dock stairs and back entrance, provided boats are fully cleaned before entering the pool. A boat may be provided if you do not own one.
Contact Kennedy at actrips@kent.edu with questions. Preregistration is required by the Wednesday before each program. Difficulty: Level 1; no experience necessary, with mild physical exertion.
More information
Call 330-672-4732, email recwell@kent.edu, or visit the published Kent State registration page.
Confirm availability before making plans. The flyer does not print a year beside each listed date.
Lakewood High School
Schedule updated
Location
Lakewood High School14100 Franklin Boulevard
Lakewood
Schedule
Saturdays, 3–5 p.m.
- December
- 6
- January
- 3, 10
- February
- 21, 28
Equipment and logistics
Kayakers cannot enter the building until 2:50 p.m. All participants must shower and be completely out of the building by 5:15 p.m. All kayaks and gear must be completely clean, inside and out. Helmets are required. Use door #15.
Price and registration
This pool is limited to 20 kayaks. Each pool session costs $8 when pre-registered or $10 exact change at the door.
Register with Lakewood Community Recreation.
More information
Earlier pool-session cards
Schedule updated
Location
Meyers Lake YMCA1333 North Park Avenue NW
Canton, Ohio 44708
Schedule
Sundays, 9–11 a.m.
- November
- 9, 23
- December
- 7, 21
- January
- 4, 18
- February
- 1, 15
Equipment and logistics
All incoming kayaks must be very clean. Remove airbags or anything else that may hold debris while cleaning the boat. A dirty kayak may be turned away. Enter through the maintenance area.
Need equipment?
The club may have equipment and can help outfit anyone who needs gear, but you must ask in advance. Use the note option when registering.
Need help?
Interested in learning basic kayaking skills? The club will have a presence at every session and will be happy to work with any paddler who requests help.
Price
$12 per person for members
$15 per person for non-members
Family members are welcome to watch for free if they are not getting in the pool. Choose the appropriate registration option below.
Schedule updated
Location
Kent State University1550 Ted Boyd Drive
Kent, Ohio
Schedule
Thursdays, 7–9 p.m.
- August
- 28
- September
- 4, 11, 18, 25
- October
- 2, 16, 23, 30
- November
- 6, 13, 20
- December
- 4
Equipment and logistics
New kayakers can learn kayaking skills. Participants may bring their own boats through the loading-dock stairs and back entrance as long as the boats are fully cleaned before entering the pool. A boat can be provided if you do not own one.
Contact Kennedy at actrips@kent.edu with questions. Pre-registration is required by the Wednesday before each program. Difficulty: Level 1. No experience is necessary; expect mild physical exertion.
Price
$7 per person, per pool session
More information
Published pool-session flyers
These are the exact source flyers captured October 19, 2026. Confirm schedules and availability before making plans.
Cuyahoga Falls Natatorium
Current session dates, price, and registration details need confirmation. Ask the club about Cuyahoga Falls practice before attending.