What paddling activities do you offer?

We focus on paddling through canoe and paddlesports activities, with options that include freestyle, canoe polo, adaptive paddling and harbour racing.

How do I get started with paddling?

You can begin with learn to paddle and then look into membership options like joining or renewing.

How do I join or renew, and what membership options are available?

You can join or renew through the membership page, or choose a single event membership if you want to try an event first.

Great Lakes Canoe Club | Canoeing in Forster

Great Lakes Canoe Club is a sports club located in the picturesque town of Forster-Tuncurry in New South Wales, Australia. With a focus on promoting and developing the sport of paddling, the club offers a wide range of activities and programmes for paddlers of all ages and skill levels.

For those new to paddling, Great Lakes Canoe Club provides a comprehensive “Learn to Paddle” programme. This programme includes expert instruction and guidance to ensure beginners can quickly and safely learn the essentials of paddling. Through this programme, participants can gain confidence on the water and develop the necessary skills to enjoy the sport to its fullest.

As an affiliated club of PaddleNSW, Great Lakes Canoe Club also offers opportunities to participate in various events and competitions throughout the year. Members have the chance to showcase their skills and compete against other paddlers from across the state in events such as the Harbour Series and Marathon Series. These events provide a fun and competitive platform for paddlers to test their abilities and challenge themselves.

In addition to regular paddling activities, Great Lakes Canoe Club is committed to promoting a safe and supportive environment for its members. The club organises regular club forums, where members can come together to discuss relevant topics and exchange ideas. These forums serve as a platform for members to connect, share experiences, and build a strong community bond within the club.

Great Lakes Canoe Club also recognises the importance of environmental conservation and actively organises various initiatives to protect and preserve the natural waterways in the region. Through education programmes, webinars, and partnerships with environmental organisations, the club strives to raise awareness about the importance of sustainable paddling practises and the need to protect the environment for future generations.

Whether you're a seasoned paddler or just starting out, Great Lakes Canoe Club offers a warm and welcoming community for all enthusiasts of paddlesports. With a dedicated team of instructors and a range of programmes and events to suit every skill level, the club provides the perfect platform to enhance your paddling skills, meet like-minded individuals, and experience the beauty of Forster-Tuncurry's waterways.