Geelong Canoe Club: Kayaking4Kids Summer Holiday Program 2025

Geelong Canoe Club is running a five-day Kayaking4Kids course over the summer holidays in January. Participants will have the opportunity to learn kayaking skills in a fun and safe environment using the Paddle Victoria Paddle Power program.

Each day will involve different activities to help build paddling skills. Participants will be exposed to various games canoe polo and the opportunity to take part in an expedition up the river.

The Kayaking4Kids Summer Holiday Program is suitable for children aged 8 - 16 years. Participants do not require previous experience paddling however they need to be able to swim short distances. Return participants or those from the Kayaking4Kids Program will be further challenged in their paddling and leadership skills.

Registration is essential. Register for the five-day program at: https://paddleaustralia.justgo.com/Workbench/i/r/public/EventsAndBookingsPublic/details/A3390C2A26679B16B0AFF5B6D2DBB38AA309EB0B

WHEN

The Summer Holiday Program runs from Monday 13 January to Friday 17 January 2025. Each day will run from 9:00am to 12:00pm.

WHAT TO WEAR

Clothing suitable for paddling in the warmer weather such as bike or board shorts long sleeved top or rash vest hat sunscreen. Participants should also bring a towel change of clothes and a drink. Life vests will be provided and will be worn at all times on the water.

COST

The Summer Holiday Program is $180 per child. This covers insurance with Paddle Australia instruction by our qualified and experienced instructors and use of crafts paddles life vests and helmets.

WHERE

Geelong Canoe Club

Balyang Sanctuary

1/11 Marnock Road Newtown

If you have any questions about the program please email [email protected]

Host or Publisher Geelong Canoe Club