Thinking of joining Tynemouth Canoe Club? We welcome new members all year around.
Annual membership
- Adult: £25
- Junior: (7 – 17) £20 (At least one adult membership must be associated with a junior membership)
Membership runs from 1st September to 31st August. If you join with less than 3 months left (i.e from 1st June), we’ll give you the remainder of the current year for free. The membership fees pay for our beach side facilities, the purchase and maintenance of equipment, insurances, and affiliation to British Canoeing. Being a member allows you to book onto our sessions on the river, at the beach or in the pool. It also allows you to join our private Facebook group.
Attending sessions
All of our sessions are bookable via WebCollect. Children between 7 – 12 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian at all sessions.
Pool sessions
Pool sessions are charged per session to cover the cost of the pool hire. The cost of attending the pool includes kit hire. Non-members are welcome to attend up to three pool sessions before we would ask you to join the club. Members take priority at pool sessions as space is limited.
Beach/River Sessions
Beach and river sessions are free for members. Kit hire is charged at £5.00 per person per session for the use of club equipment (i.e. kayak, paddle, helmet, buoyancy aid, spray-deck, cagoule). Please note, for safety and insurance purposes, you must be a member to join us on beach and river sessions.
FAQs
Do you do weekly sessions?
We typically run at least two pool sessions a month between September and June. In summer we try to get out a couple of times a month. Our sessions will often depend on the weather conditions and coaching availability. All sessions will be bookable via webcollect.
What days are your sessions?
We typically run pool sessions on a Saturday afternoon. Our outdoor sessions can vary depending on the weather and coaching availability.
What age do you need to be to paddle?
You need to be 7 years or older to join TCC. Every junior membership must have at least one adult member associated with it. Children between 7 – 12 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian at all sessions.
Do you offer kayak lessons?
We don’t offer a formal series of regular kayak lessons, but almost every session we run involves skills development and learning. We may also occasionally organise training and courses such as Personal Performance Awards. If you have something specific you would like to learn, we can probably help you get there.
Can you take me paddling on a day trip?
We can help you learn to paddle through the club, but we don’t offer one-day experiences. If you are looking for a “paddling experience” rather than joining a club – you might want to consider local providers.
Do I need to be a member to come to session?
No. Non-members are welcome at pool sessions to meet the members and get a feel for the club. After attending three pool sessions we ask you to join as a member. Non-member pool sessions can be booked on webcollect.
Do I need my own equipment?
No. One of the great things about joining a club is that we have lots of equipment you can borrow to get you started. Kit costs £5 per person per session for outdoor sessions, and is included in the price of booking a pool session. We also have lots of knowledgeable members who can help you choose what equipment to purchase, if and when you decide to do so.
Do you offer discounts for joining part-way through the year?
If you join us with less than 3 months left (i.e. from 1st June), we’ll give you the remainder of the current year for free. So if you join on 1st June 2024 your membership will run until September 2025 in the first year, effectively giving you up to 15 months membership for the price of 12.
How do I cancel my membership?
Membership is set up via direct debit and automatically renews each year. If you have decided not to renew your membership, you must cancel your direct debit before the 1st September.
Where can I find your club documents?
Our club constitution, code of conduct, risk assessments and welfare policies can all be found on Google Drive.
How do I report a concern?
You can email our welfare officer if you have any welfare issues.