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Come and have a go...!

6-Session Beginner Paddler Programme - October 2021 closed for registration. Next is scheduled for October 2022


REGISTER TO GO ON WAIT LIST
NB Registration capacity has been reached. Registrations from now on will be placed on a wait list for the next course scheduled tentatively for October 2022
Welcome to the sport of Waka Ama also known as Outrigger Canoe.

What is a Waka Ama?
A waka ama or waka for short, is a canoe with an ama (outrigger) on one side to help with balance. They range in size from the a 6-seater (which is 12 meters long), down to double and single seat canoes.

Who can do it ?
We cater for all ages from 7 yrs and up, with men’s, women’s and mixed divisions. Our oldest member is over 80 yrs old.

How hard is it?
The sessions are usually around 45-60 mins on the water and are low intensity, if you can walk around the Mount, then you will find these sessions easy.

What should I wear?
Something comfortable, shorts and t-shirt, jandals or boat shoes. Jeans and Long pants are not suitable. Training usually lasts about 1 hour, so we recommend you bring a drink bottle and some warm clothing for afterwards.

Do I need my own paddle?
No, we supply the canoes, life jackets, paddles and an instructor. The club has training paddles available for use, but if you are serious about the sport you may want to look at purchasing your own paddle further down the track.

​OK, I am interested, now what?
We are running a ​6-Week Beginner Paddler Programme in October 2021.  Because of limited availability of resource (waka, coaches, steerers), registrations are strictly limited. 

COURSES for October 2021 details
  • Proposed start date Saturday 10th October 2021 (weather permitting)
  • Two sessions run on a Saturday - No midweek paddling.
  • Saturday 9-11am and 11am to 1pm
  • 3 Waka available
  • 12 new paddlers per session - 24 in total
  • NB We envisage we may have more registrations than we will be able to cater for, so please register early.

​Once registered, you will be contacted by our Beginner Group Coaching team in due course with confirmation and further details.​

​October 2021 Beginner Course Cost $45
REGISTRATIONS LIMITED
If you join the club after the 6-session programme, this fee will be deducted from your Annual Membership fee.

Email us for more information: club@tmocc.co.nz

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Cross Rd, Sulphur Point, Tauranga

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  • Home
  • Membership
    • Join / Renew Membership
    • 6-Week Beginner Paddler Prog
    • Club Rules / Constitution
    • Club Awards
    • Uniform
  • Information
    • News
    • Canoe Bookings
    • Coaching Resources
    • Weather / Tides
    • Training Maps
    • Night Paddling
    • Regatta Tips
  • About Us
    • Club History
    • Canoe Names
    • Omokoroa Dash
    • Video Gallery
    • Contact
  • Club Facebook