Aquatic Reserve

Bower Road, West Lakes.

westlakes@paddle.org.au

0448 432 950

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A paddling community recreational and competition canoe, kayak and SUP

Come and Try Paddling
West Lakes Canoe Club runs coached Come and Try sessions on Saturday mornings in canoes, kayaks, and SUPs. No experience is necessary we have a range of boats for all skill levels.
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Sprint and Marathon competition
Join the West lakes Paddle Sports team.
Club Events
Join other members on a morning paddle or a weekend tour on the Murray River.
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COME AND TRY PADDLING
Come and Try sessions available on Saturdays

School Holiday Programs-April, September, and Christmas Holiday
refer to the West Lakes Paddle Sports Facebook page.

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Committee Members 2021-2022 Season download
2021 Presidents Report download
2021 Coaching Coordinators Report download
Sponsor Roof Rack City
Club Sponsor

West Lakes Paddle Sports Paddling program

COME AND TRY PADDLING
Come and Try sessions available on Saturdays (bookings required) – go to come and try page)-
School Holiday Programs-April, September, and Christmas Holiday refer to the West Lakes Paddle Sports Facebook page.

RECREATION PADDLING
Full members have access to the clubrooms and boats, paddles, and lifejackets 24/7 for paddling at West Lakes. Or store your own boat.
All-Stars Paddling Group meets regularly Wednesday 6am and Saturday 7am for a casual paddle. Contact the club for further details.
Supervised Beginner paddling sessions 9am Saturdays

Club Events

  • 6km time trials and pancakes at the club- last Saturday of the Month 7am
  • Family Paddles at Reservoirs (all members)
  • Dolphin and Historic Port Paddles (experienced paddlers*)
  • Join a Winter Marathon event- refer to competition paddling (experienced paddlers)
  • Sunset paddle and BBQ at West Lakes- during daylight savings

    Refer to the WLPS Members Facebook Page, Club Emails, and the events calendar for dates
    *Experienced Paddlers- Comfortable paddling to the eastern footbridge and back (time limit a 1⁄2 hour each way)

JUNIOR DEVELOPMENT TRAINING SQUAD

  • Learn skills and stability for racing boats
  • Develop confidence and speed
  • To work toward performance squad proficiency
  • Qualified coaching
  • Develop and refine skills
  • Strength and endurance training
  • Preparation for sprint and marathon seasons.
  • Compete in State Regattas and Marathon events.
  • Progress to attending National events
  • Goal setting
  • Qualified coaches – Kayak, Canoe, and gym sessions.


Coaching contribution fees apply
Multiple Sessions: Weekdays (6am)(4:30pm), Saturday (7am)- Coach will determine which sessions are available for attending – dependent on
assessment of skills and competence of paddler.
West Lakes provides assisted paddling sessions for those people with a disability that require assistance to either enjoy a recreational paddle or
develop their skills to compete in para paddling, we will provide the coaching and support to get you moving on the water.
Contact our Supported Paddling Coordinator
George Hucks on 042295509