Ballina Outriggers

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Come and Try Outrigging

Beginners and non-members paddle session

New Paddlers wishing to "try" outrigger canoeing are able to come along to specially arranged beginners sessions. These are held at prearranged dates throughout the year, usually on a Saturday morning at around 8:00am. If you would like to attend one of these session, please contact us first to find out when the next session will be held, and to ensure your place.

Don't worry if you haven't paddled before as this session is for all levels of fitness and ability. Experienced paddlers will take you through the basics of outrigger canoeing and you can see first hand what all of the hype is about! We will need to ask you a few questions before you participate. For example, you must be a competent swimmer, and declare any medical condition before participating in this sport.

Important - All new paddlers must complete an AOCRA Indemnity form prior to going on the water (these forms will be made available to you on your first session).

What to Bring:

How to join/ rejoin Kawaihae Outrigger Canoe Club

First of all, come along and try it out. See if you enjoy the sport of paddling and decide whether this is something you can see yourself doing. We offer 4 free paddles before we ask that you make a financial commitment to the club.

It's also important to note that we support people who want to paddle recreationally, as well as those who have a desire to participate at a competitive level too. If you are not sure, speak to Steve Cooper our club coach and president and he can help advise you.

Our Commitment - We undertake to provide

Your Commitment - as a member, you agree to

If you decide that you would like to join Kawaihae OCC, please read the following important information.

  1. Complete all of the forms listed below:
    1. AOCRA Membership Form. Either:
    2. Kawaihae Application for Membership form
    3. AOCRA Indemnity Form
    4. Medical Declaration Form
  2. Pay Fees

Methods

  1. Post cheque and Fees to Kawaihae Outrigger Canoe Club Inc, PO Box 1189, Ballina NSW 2478
  2. Hand your cheque and forms to the club secretary or treasurer at a training session.
  3. Direct Transfer via the Internet (and either post forms or give forms to the club secretary or treasurer) to:
    Kawaihae Outrigger Canoe Club ACCOUNT DETAILS
    BANK: Summerland Credit Union
    Branch: Ballina
    Account Name: Kawaihae Outrigger Canoe Club Inc.
    Account Number: 60762
    BSB: 802-222
    Please email the treasuer Kate Mager at treasurer@ballinaoutriggers.com.au when you have made a bank transfer and post all 3 membership forms to the Club Secretary, Kawaihae OCC at PO Box 1189 Ballina NSW 2478
  4. Safety Requirement

It is also a condition of membership that each new members complete a 50m swim, 5 minute tread water and undertake a practice huli (capsize) drill.

Membership Fees

Membership is valid for the full calendar year. Your AOCRA personal insurance membership expires at the end of the calendar year. Therefore, current members wishing to continue paddling into the new year should ensure that they renew membership before the end of the calendar year.

2006 Annual Membership fees:

Everyone $80 plus $60 Australian Outrigger Canoe Racing Association (AOCRA) membership fees
TOTAL = $140

Note your AOCRA membership fee of $60 includes personal insurance for you whilst paddling. More information about this coverage is available on the AOCRA website - http://www.aocra.com.au

2006 Annual Membership fees:

Further information about next year’s membership will be posted on this site soon.