Welcome to our club
New Members - Join St Austell Canoe Club, and you will get . . .
- A free 2 week trial, with all equipment provided at no cost
- Training and support provided by our team of British Canoeing qualified coaches
- A range of boats and equipment available for you to use
- Club paddles every Thursday evening at Porthpean throughout the summer
- Regular paddles at various locations around the coast of Cornwall at weekends
- Children welcome - minimum age academic year 6 onwards
If you are new to paddling, just come along to one of our New Beginner Nights on . . .
2021 dates not currently available
About our canoe club
We are an active group of members who meet regularly to go paddling and develop our skills. We are a friendly group, who welcome both new and experienced paddlers to the club.
Paddling opportunities include sea, surf, and white water . . . Read More >
Club Nights
In the summer months, Porthpean Beach is the venue for our weekly evening paddle sessions, all led by our team of BC qualified coaches.
The club owns a number of kayaks plus gear, available for use by members and prospective members . . . Read More >
The coastline of Cornwall is made up of stunning cliffs, golden beaches, historic ports and harbours, plus amazing wildlife.
A sea kayak offers a unique opportunity to explore all this in a safe way within the club environment. Various club trips are organized throughout . . . Read More >
Surf and White Water
Cornwall has some of the best surf beaches in the UK, and Devon has some great white water rivers.
Surf Kayaking can be enjoyed all year round, and White Water Kayaking is perfect in the winter months with plenty of water in the rivers . . . Read More >
Club News (see News & Events above for the complete listing)
Stage 1 - Commences on Thursday May 6th
We will initially be opening the club for existing members only. Paddling will operate in groups of five (one coach plus five paddlers).
The following conditions will apply . . .
- Only those people who were paid-up members last year (2020) will be eligible to attend sessions.
- If you paid last year, then your membership subscription has automatically been extended to 2021 at no charge.
- If you did not pay last year, then you will be able to join the club and then attend paddles from May 20th (Stage 2).
- All members must pre-book online before coming along. Book Here
- Any members who wish to use a club kayak or equipment can do so by buying equipment vouchers online. Buy Here
- Everyone must have a face covering and hand sanitiser.
- We will meet at 6.30pm for 7.00pm on the water.
- Dates: May 6th and May 13th
Stage 2 - Commences on Thursday May 20th
- This is subject to Covid restrictions being eased as planned, so watch out for updates.
- New members, plus previous members who did not re-join last year, will be able to join and attend the club.
- We should have more clarity on numbers.
- Online booking will continue to be required before attending.
Further updates will be published as soon as possible.
Here are some useful videos aimed at new beginners who are intending to join the club later this year . . .
- How to position yourself correctly in a kayak - View Video
- How to adjust your foot pegs - View Video
- How to put on a buoyancy aid - View Video