Beginner classes, book and pay online now!

Thinking about giving canoeing a try for the first time? Fairfield Canoe Club's beginner courses provide a great introduction to canoeing. Our level Level 1 coaches have all completed Canoeing Victoria courses and teach you to paddle during our four-week beginner course.

Please note: All of our March, April and May courses are now fully booked. New course dates have just been added. 

FCC has a strong tradition in teaching people to paddle and runs beginner sessions throughout the year. Many of FCC members were introduced to the club and canoeing through these courses. 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 weekends (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. A kayak can be seen (photo left) two blades on the paddle. A canoe can be seen (photo right) one blade on the paddle. The beginners course is conducted monthly on Sunday mornings from 8am to 9.40am.

The four week course costs $100 per person. Book and pay online using PayPal.