Summer Holiday Kids Club

Summer Holidays Kids Kayaking Club

Perfect for kids and teens aged between 8 & 16 who would like to have an AWESOME time on the water while learning kayaking skills and making friends.  Our Kids Club is run by experienced and passionate paddling instructors who keep everyday full of fun with different paddling activities each day (check out the timetable below for full details). All skill levels from complete beginner to current AusPaddlers are welcome to attend.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW 

WHEN: January 9th to 13th, 9 am - 12 pm Daily   

WHERE: Fyans Park The Barwon River Geelong

INCLUSIONS: 5 x 3 hour sessions led by experienced instructors and daily morning tea  

WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING: A change of clothes including towel, sunscreen, personal medicines and a full water bottle 

WHAT YOU NEED TO WEAR: Clothes you don't mind getting wet and a sun hat   

TIMETABLE 

Day 1 

Introduction, safety briefing, kayaking skills (suitable for the paddlers skill level) and on water games  

Day 2 

Rescue training (Prepare to get WET!): self rescues (how to get back on your kayak or swim to shore if you fall off) and how to rescue your friends. Complete with splashtastic games so you can practice your skills!  

Day 3 

Canoe Polo: A fast paced ball game played on the water. Practice your skills and then challenge your friends to see who can score the most goals!  

Day 4 

Expedition: A journey along the river. We aim to cover at least 5 km with a stop half way for morning tea. Pick up and drop off will be at different places on this day. Drop off Queens Park Bridge, Pick up Balyang Sanctury.  

Day 5 

Paddle Olympics: Show off the skills you have learnt! Have a go at sprints, mini marathons and canoe polo competitions.