Club sessions are currently running on summer schedule:
⚡ Monday (on the water for 7pm) – Marathon paddling (fast-paced)
🌊 Tuesday & Thursday (on the water for 7pm) – Session on the weir, or paddling up/downstream
🍰 Saturday & Sunday (on the water for 10am) – Relaxed paddle up to Hurley Tea Shop and back
Club News
Join us for our annual summer social at the club on Sunday 23rd July!
We’re also planning a Hurley camping trip on Sat 19th August – so save the date! More details to come from Dan.
See below for an extensive list of courses coming up over summer and beyond. We are particularly keen for any DOs (or aspiring DOs!) who have not already got an FSRT, to join us for the Paddlesport Safety & Rescue Course!
A few lovely inland tours coming up, so keep an eye on our Facebook page for more details from Ian:
– Sat 22nd July: Shepperton Loop
– Sat 26th August: Wolvercote (Oxford)
Paddle2Inspire Founder, John Willis – born without fully formed arm and legs – will be taking to the River Thames to embark on an epic 108-mile kayak from Cricklade in Wiltshire to Eton in Berkshire. It would be great if we could gather a small flotilla (or better still a large one of 108 boats!) on Sat 29th July to accompany John from Marlow to The Ferry at Cookham, his planned stop point for the night.
We are looking to order some branded MCC beanies and sunhats. These should cost around £10 but will depend on demand – so order lots!! To place your order, drop Charlie an email by the end of July, outlining which colour(s) and item(s) you would like!
– Beanie Hat (French Navy or Mustard)
– Sunhat (French Navy or Mustard)
📅 Dates for your diary…
Below is a list of all of our upcoming socials, inland tours, whitewater and sea trips, and courses – Discover/Explore/Paddlesport/PSRC – taking us to December! Click on the arrows for more information and booking details.
JULY
Sat 15th – Sun 16th July (09.00-17.00) Discover Course 📍 MCC, Marlow
An introductory course to kayaking. If you are interested in signing up to a future Discover Course, get in touch. Existing member keen to assist with coaching? Contact Chloe.
Tues 18th – Wed 19th July Royal Swan Upping 2023 📍 Marlow
The annual census of the swan population living on the River Thames will commence on 17th July from Sunbury lock cut and finish at Abingdon Bridge on Friday 21st July. Overnight at the Angler on the night of 18th so can be followed upstream to Marlow that day. Most of those interested will be following them to Hurley on the 19th. On the water for a 9am start.
Thurs 20th, 27th July & 3rd Aug Paddlesport Safety & Rescue Course 1 (PSRC) 📍 MCC, Marlow
This practical course (you will get wet!) is packed with safe practical solutions, whether you have limited paddling experience or have been a member for a while, this course supports your knowledge and raises your awareness of your personal safety. Contact Chloe to sign up.
Sat 22nd July Inland Tour, Shepperton Loop 📍 Shepperton
Shepperton Loop (around 5 miles, 2 hours) with the option for paddlefit members to continue down river as far as Hampton Court and back (an extra 12 miles, 3 hours). Open to all. Interested? Contact Ian!
Sun 23rd July (13.00-15.00) Summer Social 📍 MCC, Marlow
It’s time for our annual summer social! Join us for a paddle up to Hurley and back (on water for 10 as usual) before a bite and a booze!
Sat 29th July Power2Inspire 108 Challenge Paddle 📍 Marlow to Cookham
John Willis, born without fully formed arm and legs will be taking to the River Thames to embark on an epic 108-mile kayak from Cricklade in Wiltshire to Eton in Berkshire. Would be great to support him in the Marlow to Cookham stretch. Find out more here.
Fri 28th – Sun 30th July Whitewater Trip – Open to beginners! 📍 Llangollen or Bala (TBC)
New to whitewater? Get in touch with Dave if you’re keen to get started. Frequent paddlers, sign up on the spreadsheet and and email Tom to reserve a club boat.
AUGUST
Sat 5th Aug (18.30-20.00) Pool Session 📍 Chalfont Leisure Centre
The perfect opportunity to practise capsizes, rolling, and rescue skills in a clear, warm pool. Book your place on Membermojo, and email Tom to reserve a club boat. (You will need to bring your own clean boat and equipment or arrange with others in advance.)
Sun 6th Aug Duty Officer Training Refresher 📍 MCC, Marlow
Opportunity for DOs to share skills and knowledge of local environment and discuss potential scenarios that crop up from time to time on club sessions. Email Chloe to sign up for your free place.
Tues 8th, 15th & 22nd Aug Paddlesport Safety & Rescue Course 2 (PSRC) 📍 MCC, Marlow
This practical course (you will get wet!) is packed with safe practical solutions, whether you have limited paddling experience or have been a member for a while, this course supports your knowledge and raises your awareness of your personal safety. Contact Chloe to sign up.
Sat 12th Aug (11.00-16.00) Sea Paddle [FULLY BOOKED] 📍 Lepe to Newtown Creek
This trip is now fully booked. Get in touch with Andrew and David if you’re interested in a future sea trip.
Sat 12th – Sun 13th Aug (09.00-17.00) Discover Course 📍 MCC, Marlow
An introductory course to kayaking. If you are interested in signing up to a future Discover Course, get in touch. Existing member keen to assist with coaching? Contact Chloe.
Sat 19th – Sun 20th Aug (TBC) Camping Trip Social 📍 Hurley
More details to come from Dan!
Sat 26th Aug Inland Tour, Wolvercote 📍 Wolvercote, Oxford
A circular paddle taking in the Thames and a section of the Oxford canal. If there is much flow in the river this will be done to minimise paddling against it but if the flow is low we may go clockwise for a change. Possible (probable?) lunch stop at an excellent riverside pub (Vegan menu). Distance approximately 10 miles with 4 portages. Open to all. Any questions, contact Ian!
Fri 25th – Sun 27th Aug Whitewater Trip 📍 Llangollen/Bala (TBC), Wales
Frequent paddlers, sign up on the spreadsheet and and email Tom to reserve a club boat.
New to whitewater? We often run introductory trips and you are always welcome! Get in touch with Dave if you’re keen to get started.
SEPTEMBER
Sat 2nd – Sun 3rd Sep (09.00-17.00) Explore Course 📍 MCC, Marlow
The Explore Award aims to develop skills to a level that will allow independent paddling based on sound judgement and skills (instead of blind hope and luck). You will soon be able to sign up here.
Sat 2nd Sep (18.30-20.00) Pool Session 📍 Chalfont Leisure Centre
The perfect opportunity to practise capsizes, rolling, and rescue skills in a clear, warm pool. Book your place on Membermojo, and email Tom to reserve a club boat. (You will need to bring your own clean boat and equipment or arrange with others in advance.)
Sat 9th – Sun 10th Sep (09.00-17.00) Discover Course 📍 MCC, Marlow
An introductory course to kayaking. If you are interested in signing up to a future Discover Course, get in touch. Existing member keen to assist with coaching? Contact Chloe.
Sat 23rd Sep Inland Tour 📍 TBC
Paddle details to be confirmed by Ian closer to the time.
Fri 22nd – Sun 24th Sep Whitewater Trip – Open to beginners! 📍 Llangollen/Bala (TBC), Wales
New to whitewater? You are always welcome! Get in touch with Dave if you’re keen to get started. Frequent paddlers, sign up on the spreadsheet and and email Tom to reserve a club boat.
OCTOBER
Sat 7th Oct (18.30-20.00) Pool Session 📍 Chalfont Leisure Centre
The perfect opportunity to practise capsizes, rolling, and rescue skills in a clear, warm pool. Book your place on Membermojo, and email Tom to reserve a club boat. (You will need to bring your own clean boat and equipment or arrange with others in advance.)
NOVEMBER
Sat 4th Nov (18.30-20.00) Pool Session 📍 Chalfont Leisure Centre
The perfect opportunity to practise capsizes, rolling, and rescue skills in a clear, warm pool. Book your place on Membermojo, and email Tom to reserve a club boat. (You will need to bring your own clean boat and equipment or arrange with others in advance.)
Sat 18th – Sun 19th Nov (09.00-17.00) Paddlesport Leader Course 📍 MCC, Marlow
To gain the award after participating in the course paddlers need to acquire some experience and then be assessed as they demonstrate competence in all aspects of the expected skills. If you’re interested in any courses, drop a message to Chloe our Coaching Officer.
DECEMBER
Sat 2nd Dec (18.30-20.00) Pool Session 📍 Chalfont Leisure Centre
The perfect opportunity to practise capsizes, rolling, and rescue skills in a clear, warm pool. Book your place on Membermojo, and email Tom to reserve a club boat. (You will need to bring your own clean boat and equipment or arrange with others in advance.)
Date TBC MCC Christmas Social
More info to come closer to the time!
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