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Outside Active Fun - kayaking classes    for  women 

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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
  • Experienced and friendly female instructors

  • 5 fun skill building sessions

  • Level completion certificates

  • PFDs (lifejackets), helmets, paddles and kayaks for use during sessions

  • Classes for different  skill levels

  • Access to progressively challenging waterways

  • 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

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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​

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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 â€‹

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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​

Kayakers

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

  • Clothes you don't mind getting wet and that don't absorb water e.g. active wear or wetsuit

  • A warm layer to wear on the water if needed e.g. fleece, water proof jacket

  • Water bottle

  • Full change of clothes

  • Towel

  • Any personal medication needed

  • Closed toed shoes e.g. old runners, wetsuit shoes (location dependent) 

 

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