Kayak Program

Achilles International's Kayak Program has been paddling the waters of the Hudson River and Long Island Sound since 2007.

In 2010, with the help of Achilles Kayak Team Manager Gary Williams, the kayak program competed in three major races: the Bear Mountain Tune-up series, the Lighthouse to Lighthouse race on Long Island Sound, and a remarkable cadre of Achilles athletes competed in the NYC Mayor’s Cup Kayak Challenge. The Mayor’s Cup is 28 miles of hard paddling.

Each year, the program gathers greater momentum. Our 2011 season promises to be no different.
Our 2011 season will include the following events:

• May 14 - Essex River Race, Essex, MA - 5.5 miles
• July 23 - Blackburn Challenge, Cape Ann, MA - 20 miles
• Aug. 27 - Jamestown Counter Revolution, Jamestown, RI - 15.5 mile open water race around Jamestown Island
• Sept. 10 - Lighthouse to Lighthouse Race, Westport, CT -14 miles 

Check back with us for more information about dates and availability.

Check out these great articles in the NY Times, Surfskiracing.com and Competitive Paddlers too!

Anybody can join the kayak program with the understanding that kayaking is a competitive and demanding sport. We are always looking for volunteers to come out and be a part of the Kayak team. If you are interested in becoming a member or volunteer with the Achilles International Kayak Program please contact Joe Traum at 212-354-0300 or email Joe at  Jtraum@achillesinternational.org.