Harbour paddles.

Out on the kayaks in Sydney Harbour; we’ll run a Friday evening social paddle ‘round Goat Island most weeks, Sunrise Blast on a Thursday Morning in the skis, and a Salty Saturday out to somewhere interesting across the harbour once a month or thereabouts.

Canoe Polo!

Stick ten boats in a pool, throw in a ball, and watch the feeding frenzy! Canoe Polo = Water Polo + Kayaks. We're currently negotiating our pool time-slots for Canoe Polo in 2025, and will post an announcement once confirmed. Watch this space!

Camping Trips!

There’s nothing quite like being out of the city for a weekend on a river with some elbow room! Our whitewater trips are mostly overnighters, and we’ll run a couple of longer flatwater camping trips a year as well, usually over uni break or a long weekend.

Whitewater.

For those in for an adventure, there are a few whitewater trips on each semester. Barrington, Murrumbidgee, Macquarie, Snowy - we’ll go for a weekend blast wherever the rivers are up!

Surf Sessions!

An afternoon blast in the surf at Maroubra Beach, on every month or two when the weather’s good!

Racing.

We’ll take a team out to the Myall Classic every year, and other races if a few people are keen!

Blackwater.

Hunting phosphorescence, fireworks, or a still night on the water. Our night time 'blackwater' trips run on Sydney Harbour every month or two, for intermediate or experienced paddlers.

Sea Kayaking.

A day trip adventure out beyond the heads! We'll run an ocean paddle a couple of times a year when a few people are keen.

Sydney Uni Canoe Club

The Sydney Uni Canoe Club is a student run kayaking club, based on (or in this case in) Blackwattle Bay. Whether it's a social paddle across the harbour, Canoe Polo in the uni pool, or a weekend whitewater adventure, we all love getting out on (or in this case in) the water whenever we can!

Do I need my own gear?

No. We provide all boats & gear needed for our trips at no extra cost. There's no per-trip cost beyond the initial membership fee, apart from a $6.50 pool entry for Canoe Polo, and perhaps some contributions to fuel on our camping trips if you’re car-pooling.

Should I be joining a beginner, intermediate or advanced trip?

Beginner trips, such as our Friday Social Paddles, are fun for all. You don't need any experience, and our trip leaders will teach you how to paddle. These are typically 5 to 8km long and run for about two hours.
Intermediate trips include longer (15 to 25km) flatwater paddles, whitewater trips, surf sessions, and sea kayaking. For these, you should be able to confidently steer a boat and paddle at a consistent pace.
Advanced trips can include grade 3+ whitewater trips, or fast-paced flatwater trips in more difficult boats. These trips are great for confident paddlers looking to try something a bit more adventurous, or advance their skills & paddling technique.

Do I need to know how to swim?

Yes. You must be able to swim at least 50m (one lap of a pool) to join any of our trips. For Whitewater Trips, Surf Sessions, and Sea Kayaking, our trip leaders may expect a stronger swimming ability. The university offers free swimming lessons to students if you would like to improve your swimming ability.

Harbour paddles.

Canoe Polo!

Camping Trips!

Whitewater.

Surf Sessions!

Racing.

Blackwater.

Sea Kayaking.

Sydney Uni Canoe Club

Upcoming Trips & Events:

Keen to join? Register Now!

Frequently Asked Questions:

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Harbour paddles.

Canoe Polo!

Camping Trips!

Whitewater.

Surf Sessions!

Racing.

Blackwater.

Sea Kayaking.

Sydney Uni Canoe Club

Upcoming Trips & Events:

Keen to join? Register Now!

Frequently Asked Questions:

Do I need to be a Sydney Uni student to join?

Do I need my own gear?

What’s the membership cost?

Are there any additional costs?

What kayaking experience do I need?

Should I be joining a beginner, intermediate or advanced trip?

Do I need to know how to swim?

Can I come and try for a single session?

Can I buy a six month membership?

Can I store my private boat at the boatshed?

Can I use / hire club gear outside of an organised club trip?

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