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Welcome to our club....Mandurah Paddling Club caters for most forms of paddling activities, with diverse groups of enthusiastic paddlers
sharing the same common interests. We range from intrepid sea kayakers to relaxed canal paddlers, marathon paddlers to fit & fast racers. Situated
in Mandurah, we have access to magnificent waterways, such as the canals, the Peel inlet and estuary, the Murray & Serpentine rivers and the
Indian Ocean. Whether it is training towards your first Avon Descent or taking in the amazing local flora and fauna, there will be a group with the
same vision to participate in a safe and enjoyable activity. We also have a wealth of experience to help newcomers (no matter what their age) who
want to take up the sport.
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JUNIORS’ FRIDAY SKILL SESSIONS at The M.A.R.C.
The junior skills sessions are held every other Friday evening from 6.30pm – 8pm
including pack up. solely for the under 16’s, following a simple swim test, they are
given relevant paddling tuition and can practice the skills and techniques they have
learned while playing some great kayak based activities and games. The club has a
variety of suitable craft available to suit most ages and abilities. We aim to run the
sessions in the pool every other Friday, so check the web page calendar for updates.
Members are not required to pay at the reception, just come on through to the lapper
pool. MPC pays $96 for the pool session and will divide this cost per head, between
the participants. Instructors and assistants generously give their time for free!
So what does my child need to bring?
All the activities are water based, so wear clothing that is suitable for the conditions
on the day and that he/she can swim in, bring a towel and change of clothes too.
Footwear in and around the pool is optional, but non slip reef shoes are a good
choice. Water or juice to drink, they will be working hard and will need to re-hydrate
regularly.
Change/shower and kiosk facilities at the centre are available to use during the
activity.
What equipment is included?
All session equipment including kayaks, paddles and buoyancy vests are provided by
MPC, other equipment is kindly loaned to us by our principle sponsor: Kayaks 4-U,
Mandurah.
Who runs the sessions?
There is always at least one qualified instructor running the session, with nominated
club coaching assistants to provide extra safety and advice where required. All
minors under the age of 13 MUST be supervised by a parent / guardian at all
times.
Please read the centre’s pool safety rules as these apply throughout.