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Kayak Roll Sessions in Western Oregon pools
When open, these are usually self-lead events where you bring your own gear. Some are drop in, other's require preregistration. Best to call ahead. Most have no formal lessons but other boaters are happy to give tips. It’s a great way to meet other boaters and plan trips. Rinse out your boat before putting in the pool and have fun!!
Call to confirm dates and times especially near holidays. Some pools require that you sign up ahead of time. If you hear updates, please let us know. info@wkcc.org
Albany Pool
Albany Community Pool. OPEN for kayak roll sessions, Thursdays (deep end), 8-9pm. 2150 36th Ave SE, Albany, 541-967-4521. Info updated January 2026.
Bend Pool
Corvallis Pools
1. OSU Dixon Recreation Center Pool, OPEN Jan 7th to March 11, 2026 for kayak roll sessions Wednesdays 7:30-9:00 pm, 541-737-3748
2. Osborn Aquatic Center UPDATE January 2026: not planning to have roll sessions now or into the near future. 1940 NW Highland Dr, Corvallis. 541-766-7946
Eugene/Springfield area Pools--Call before going
1. Eugene Echo Hollow Pool, OPEN Thursdays Oct 3-Dec 12, 2024, 8:30p-10p. 1655 Echo Hollow Rd., Eugene, 541-682-5525. $6 drop-in.
2. UO Student Rec Center pool. April 2025 update: Pool is closed for kayaking. A few Wednesdays each quarter the Outdoor Program takes a group of students & boats to the Willamalane pool. Must sign up with the UO Outdoor Program 541-346-4371.
3. Willamalane Park Swim Center OPEN Mondays & Wednesdays. 7:30-9:00. Drop in. $8 /$11. 1276 G. St, Springfield, OR. 541-736-4080. Sessions held in the warm pool!!.
Portland Area Pools
- Tualatin Hills Aquatic Center in Beaverton is open occasionally, contact them for details. 503-629-6310
- Oregon Ocean Paddling Society rents a pool during the winter months. Contact them for details.
- North Clackamas Aquatic Park updated October 2024: Contact Oregon Kayak & Canoe Club for up-to-date information. 7300 SW Harmony Rd, Portland.
- Hood River Aquatic Center open Sunday 9-noon. Call to confirm. $5-6.
- McMinnville Aquatic Center (MAC) is open on these dates for kayak practice in 2024/2025: Dec 7, Jan 11, Jan 18, Feb 8, Feb 22. 8:45am to 10am. 138 NW Park Dr. 503-434-7309. Check their Facebook page for updates.
Salem Pool
Salem Kroc Aquatic Center pool kayak roll sessions open Fridays 11am-1pm from October to June. Better call to confirm times and dates. No lesson, bring your own boat. The Salvation Army KROC Center. 1865 Bill Frey Dr. NE, Salem. 503-566-5762. Updated January 2026.
Newport & Toledo pools
Update February 2025 Newport Recreation Center, 225 SE Avery St. Roll practice in designated lanes Thursday 7 to 8 PM. Call 541-265-7770 to confirm. Ask to get on email list for weekly updates.
Toledo pool has still not reestablished pool sessions for rolling practice.
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