She Paddles

Learn to paddle in a fun, friendly and supportive environment. 

Run by qualified women paddlers for women who want to paddle. Every Sunday morning from August 14th to September 11th. Each group will have a maximum of 8 participants. Suitable for those 16+, no experience required. 

Program Outline*:

August 14th: Sit on top kayak introduction and basic enclosed waters kayaking skills.

August 21st: Tandem canoe introduction and basic enclosed waters canoe skills.

August 28th: Sit on top kayak skills development.

September 4th:Tandem canoe skills development.

September 11th: Journey along The Barwon River. We put the skills that we have been working on for the last 4 weeks and go on a 4 km + paddle up and back on The Barwon River. Participants can choose to either paddle a sit on top kayak or a tandem canoe depending on personal preference. 

Two session times available**:

• 9am - 10:30am
• 11am - 12:30pm

Kayaks/Canoes, paddles, PFDs (life jackets) and helmets (as required) are provided. 

Participants need to wear warm quick drying clothes and old shoes/water shoes. Participants must also bring a towel and full change of clothes (just in case), any personal medication and a full water bottle. Down jackets, jeans and cotton clothing are not permitted on the water. 

Complete our beginner She Paddles course and you can join us on our beginner expedition course!

*Program outline subject to weather conditions

**Minimum numbers required for program to go ahead