FAQ
Thursday Club Nights from 1830 to 2030. This is run from the first Thursday in Apr until the last Thursday in September when it becomes too dark. Although we do organize some night paddle trips.
Saturday Afternoon Club (SAC) open to all Youth Members from 1330 to 1530 throughout the year.
Sunday Morning Club is open to all Members and Guests from 1000 to 1200 throughout the year.
As a guest it is £10 a session and this gives you coaching assistance to get you started. You can attend as a guest up to three times; after that we request you join as a full member.
See Membership and Fees for more information.
When starting in paddlesport the ability to swim is desirable but not essential. In a coached or
supervised session, non-swimming participants should be confident in the water, not panic and be able to follow instructions in the event of a capsize. The ability to swim is important when paddling in non-sheltered water.
Yes, the club has good wheelchair user access to the club from the car park. We have a wheelchair accessible disability suite on the ground floor with a toilet and shower as well as a lift to the first floor giving access to the changing rooms.
Paddling with an impairment is not as much of a barrier as you might think. There are many ways that our coaches can work with you to make getting in and out of the boat as easy as possible. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us or come and talk to one of our volunteers to discuss your needs.
All our coaches have attended a disability awareness training course as part of their CPD and hold a current first aid qualification.
All the equipment needed to go out on the water is provided as part of your attendance fee.
It is recommended that you attend in loose clothing suitable for the season and old trainers or other suitable footwear. A cap is also recommended on sunny days, as is sunblock. Waterproof trousers will stop you getting a wet. Jeans are not advisable.
It is important to have a spare set of clothing in case you need to change.
Yes, many members have their own buoyancy aids, paddles and even boats which can be launched from the club. If you have your own boat then there is an option of storing it at the club for an annual fee.
Yes, there is plenty of free parking in the Newton Park Car Park a short walk from the club. There is however a height restriction gate of 2m but this can opened on request if your boat is on the roof rack.
Yes, the club offers members the option of storing their own boats at the club. There is an annual fee for this.
