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The UQ Canoe Club is an exciting and vibrant sports club located in Brisbane, Australia. This South East Queensland club offers a wide range of activities for its members, including sea kayaking, canoe polo, white water kayaking, flatwater paddling, general canoeing, camping, and access to safety equipment.
One of the great aspects of UQ Canoe Club is that membership is not restricted to students – anyone can join! As a member of the club, you'll have the opportunity to participate in discounted trips and excursions. These include local river paddles, such as exploring the Noosa and upper Brisbane rivers, weekends in Moreton Bay, or thrilling white water kayaking adventures.
In addition to these exciting trips, the club also organises regular social paddles on the river, with destinations like Southbank or West End. These paddles often include stops for breakfast or shopping, making them a fun and social way to explore Brisbane's waterways. Furthermore, the club offers weekly paddle groups for both fitness enthusiasts and those looking for a more social paddling experience. Members can also take advantage of skills sessions to improve their paddling techniques.
For those looking to further their skills, the UQ Canoe Club may provide financial assistance by covering up to half of the course fees if you choose to complete a course through Qld Canoeing. Approval from the club's committee is required for this benefit.
If you're interested in joining the UQ Canoe Club but want to learn more and have a try-out before committing, the club allows non-members to have a one-off paddle as a club visitor. Keep an eye out for start-of-semester come and try events or rostered trial/induction paddle sessions.
To become a member, new members are required to complete two club inductions. The club website provides detailed information on the steps to becoming a member, including information on the types of membership, joining fees, swim tests, and induction procedures.
The UQ Canoe Club boasts a diverse range of paddling activities, catering to all skill levels and interests. Whether you're a seasoned paddler or just starting out, this sports club provides an opportunity to explore and enjoy the waterways around Brisbane while staying active and having fun.