Coming to FCC
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Learn to paddle |
Thinking about giving canoeing a try for the first time? Fairfield Canoe Club's beginner courses provide a great introduction to canoeing. Experienced paddlers can also find a coaching or training session to suit their needs. Our level Level 1 coaches have all completed Canoeing Victoria courses and teach you to paddle during our four-week beginner course. Many of FCC members were introduced to the club and canoeing through these courses.
Beginner sessions
Beginner level 2
Beginner sessions
FFC has a strong tradition in teaching people to paddle and runs beginner sessions throughout the year. Beginner sessions are a great way for people to learn the paddling basics in a safe, friendly and enjoyable environment and to discover the joys of paddling on the scenic Yarra.
The beginner sessions are open to both male and female participants over ten years of age and run over four separate sessions on weekend (mostly Sundays). Many beginner paddlers eventually join in with the 10am Sunday training session and, if they wish to, compete in the many marathon races during the year.
FCC will provide the boats, lifejackets and paddles while you will need a change of clothes, sunscreen and enthusiasm. Kayaks (see images below) are the most popular types of boats used at FCC during the beginner classes, however canoes are also available.
The beginners course is conducted monthly on Sunday mornings from 8am to 9.40am. The four week course costs $80 per person. Courses for 2009 are now fully booked. Dates and booking information for 2010 will be available in late October.
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| FCC club members paddling in a double canoe. One blade on the paddle | A FCC club member paddles a Kayak on the Yarra. Two blades on the paddle. |
Beginner level 2 sessions
These session are designed for any club member who would like to further develop their paddling skills. This session will assist paddlers to become more confident and able to handle the squad training sessions. The sessions are run by an accredited Level 1 flatwater coach and are run in blocks of 4 sessions.
Contact a FCC club coach now if you are interested in the level 2 session.
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