Outside Active Fun - kayaking classes for women
Kayaking Skills
Learn to kayak with our experienced and empathetic female kayaking instructors
Progressive Levels
Join our beginner level 1 classes on the flat calm waters of the Barwon River and see where your paddling journey takes you.
Social Connection
Make friends with like minded women and join our growing local community of kayakers
She Paddles Classes Overview
Location: Greater Geelong
Duration: 5 x 1.5 hrs per level
Cost: $265 per level
Features
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Experienced and friendly female instructors
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5 fun skill building sessions
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Level completion certificates
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PFDs (lifejackets), helmets, paddles and kayaks for use during sessions
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Classes for different skill levels
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Access to progressively challenging waterways
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Pathway into social kayaking activities
Learn to kayak with like minded women!
Our she paddles classes are open to women and non-binary individuals 18 and over. All she paddles classes are led by passionate female kayaking instructors who value the opportunity to get more women involved in this fantastic activity. The She Paddles classes are designed to enhance kayaking skills, boost confidence, offer social opportunities, and provide a lot of on the water fun. The classes go from complete beginners in level 1 to more advanced paddlers in subsequent levels. No kayaking experience is required to join our level 1 classes and only a basic level of fitness is required to participate. To join level 2 and above you must have completed the previous level or have the equivalent skills. If you need assistance deciding what level is right for you please contact us.
Our She Paddles Classes
Level 1 $265
Class info: This is the class for absolute beginners. You will learn all the skills needed to paddle a sit on top kayak in calm enclosed flat water environments.
Location: West Fyans Street Boat Ramp, Newtown
Location Facilities: Parking, toilets, changing rooms,
Class Dates : Wednesdays 6 - 7:30pm Nov 6 - Dec 4​
Level 2 $265
Class info: Completed the level 1 course and want more or already have basic skills? In level 2 you learn all you need to paddle along flat water rivers and lakes incl. self rescues!
Location: West Fyans Street Boat Ramp, Newtown
Location Facilities: Parking, toilets, changing rooms,
Class Dates : Sundays 9 - 10:30am Nov 10 - Dec 8 ​
Level 3 $265
Class info: Ready to progress to a sit in kayak? In level 3 you transfer your flat water skills to sit in kayaks and start learning about more challenging water bodies.
Location: West Fyans Street Boat Ramp, Newtown and 1 location in Greater Geelong decided by the group.
Location Facilities: Parking, toilets, changing rooms,
Class Dates : Saturdays 9 - 10:30am Nov 9 - Dec 7​
Level 4 $345
Class info: Getting ready for moving water? Whether you want to paddle in the ocean or on rapids this level gives you the basic skills to start your moving water journey.
Location: West Fyans Street Boat Ramp, Newtown and other Greater Geelong locations
Location Facilities: Parking, toilets, changing rooms,
Class Dates : Coming Soon​
What to bring
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Clothes you don't mind getting wet and that don't absorb water e.g. active wear or wetsuit
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A warm layer to wear on the water if needed e.g. fleece, water proof jacket
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Water bottle
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Full change of clothes
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Towel
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Any personal medication needed
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Closed toed shoes e.g. old runners, wetsuit shoes (location dependent)