Joining the Club

Information for Prospective Members

1. Come and Try Days

  • Come and Try Days allow people to have a paddle and see how our club works
  • We have a session on the first Sunday of each month: 10 am till 11 am. Check our upcoming events for dates
  • A second session may run at 11am if numbers justify it and instructors are available
  • Register for the event through our calendar https://www.essendoncanoeclub.org.au/events/
  • The cost is $25 per adult (children free)
  • More detail can be found when you book the event

2. Induction Sessions

  • As part of your membership these sessions provide basic skills and safety knowledge
  • Classes are run on Saturday mornings, 9-12 noon, in the fortnight after the Come n Try (see the calendar https://www.essendoncanoeclub.org.au/events/)
  • Participants must do a wet exit (capsize) as part of the training

3. Joining the Club

  • To join as a new member
  • Fees
    • 12 months membership from joining date
    • The $30 key deposit is refundable if you leave the club
    • The $85 helper levy is refunded when you contribute to the club: help at a working bee or come n try day
    • We offer substantial discounts for families
    • View the full fee schedule