Canoe/Kayak High Performance Training

The RIVERSPORT OKC National High Performance Center offers opportunities for both sprint and slalom athletes to train at all levels, beginning with the youngest athletes and including Olympic level athletes training for World Championships and the LA28 Olympic Games.

Canoe Slalom and Sprint Residencies, Training Camps

The RIVERSPORT OKC whitewater center has been named the venue for the LA28 Olympic Games and will also host the ICF Canoe Slalom World Championships in 2026. Individual athletes and teams are invited to contact RIVERSPORT for more information about training in Oklahoma City.

RIVERSPORT’s sprint course has hosted several international competitions including ICF World Cups and a Marathon World Championship and is also available for training.

High Performance Slalom

RIVERSPORT’s canoe/kayak slalom program is under the direction of Coach Andrej Crepsinski, a native of Slovenia who previously served as development coach at that country’s Kayak Canoe Club Tacen. His athletes have medaled in junior and U23 European and World World Championships. Youth are invited to learn the sport through RIVERSPORT’s canoe/kayak programs including camps and team competition.

High Performance Sprint

RIVERSPORT canoe/kayak sprint athletes train on the Oklahoma River under the direction of Coach Sabrina Ameghino, an Olympian and one of Argentina’s most decorated athletes, who now serves as head coach for RIVERSPORT canoe/kayak programs. Ameghino brings more than 25 years of elite-level competition and coaching experience to her role, making her an inspiring leader for the next generation of athletes. 

For additional information about all levels of training, contact us.