SAFETY & WELFARE
About
Richmond Canoe Club is one of the largest canoeing and kayaking clubs in Europe.
Our aim is to be the UK’s most inclusive, inspiring and successful canoeing and kayaking community. A place where every person counts, and every ambition matters – from world-class performance to recreational paddling.
Richmond Canoe Club was founded in 1944. Today, the club concentrates on sprint and marathon racing and recreational paddling, both in canoes and kayaks, for paddlers of all ages.
We have a thriving junior section, a broad range of adult training groups, and many keen groups of paddlers who enjoy getting out on the river all year round. Link to Junior Learner Courses here
International community
For many years now, Richmond Canoe Club has been the base away from home for a large number of foreign paddlers, many of whom compete at an international level. Australians, Kiwis, South Africans, Irish and more have all made Richmond their training base in England.
Easy to get to
Richmond is the only large racing club accessible from both the tube network and London’s suburban rail system. Even for weekend paddlers, being able to get out regularly without needing a car continues to be a big attraction.
Visiting paddlers welcome
Richmond Canoe Club would like to extend a particularly warm welcome to overseas paddlers. If you’re visiting the UK for any length of time and will be based in the London area, get in touch or drop by. We’ll try to help you make your stay in Britain a memorable one.
A Club over 80 years in the making
Beginners welcome
We also welcome those new to the sport with an interest in competitive kayaking and canoeing. Our beginner groups provide a safe, friendly environment where you can learn to enjoy the water, improve your skills and develop a successful racing technique. For experienced paddlers, there are training groups that match every speed and ability level.
We are a Paddle UK Talent Club Partner and Sprint Performance Academy. Our experienced professional coaching, backed by decades of world class experience and encouragement from current members help build world class performance. If you are interested in developing your paddling at Richmond, come along for a visit or email commodore@richmondcanoe.club
Club Partnership with Paddle UK
The club has a number of facilities in place for members
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Changing rooms with showers
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Paddlesport-specific Gym (requires coach approval)
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Paddling machines
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Boat Storage
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Galley (on Saturday mornings)
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Coached sessions for all abilities Book here
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Weekly whole club time trials (summer time)
Facilities
