Ballina Outriggers
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.
What to Bring:
- Water Bottle or hydration pack
- Comfortable, sun safe clothing (including hat) recommended
- Towel and change of clothes for afterwards (if you get wet)
- Sense of humour is essential!
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.
Our Commitment - We undertake to provide:
- A safe and supportive environment
- Use of canoes
- Use of equipment
- Coaching
- Competitions
- Social events
- Minimise financial commitment through fundraising and sponsorship
Your Commitment - as a member, you agree to:
- Abide by the Kawaihae club policies and protocols
- Pay membership fees when due
- Assist with fundraising activities
- Assist with care of canoes and equipment (eg working bees, rigging and de-rigging)
If you decide that you would like to join Kawaihae OCC, please read the following important information.
- Click here to become a member of AOCRA (http://www.aocra.com.au)
- Pay the AOCRA $65.00 fee
- Complete the KOCC membership form. Click here to open and print.
Methods
- Post cheque for club fees to Kawaihae Outrigger Canoe Club Inc, PO Box 1189, Ballina NSW 2478
- Hand your cheque and forms to the club secretary, treasurer or president at a training session.
- Direct transfer via the internet (and either post forms or give forms to the club secretary, treasurer or president) 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 advise the treasurer when you have made a bank transfer and give your membership form
- to a committee member or post your membership form to Kawaihae OCC at PO Box 1189 Ballina NSW 2478
It is also a condition of membership that each member complete a 400m 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.
2009 Annual Membership fees:
- Kawaihae Outrigger Canoe Club: $125.00
- Australian Outrigger Canoe Racing Association (AOCRA) membership fees: $65.00
- Paddle hire (refundable): $50.00
- TOTAL = $240.00
Note your AOCRA membership fee of $65 includes personal insurance for you whilst paddling. More information about this coverage is available on the AOCRA website - http://www.aocra.com.au