Ignite Your Child’s Passion for Paddling | Canoes Plus have kayak lessons specifically for kids.

At Canoes Plus, we believe that a great first experience on the water builds a lifelong love for adventure. Our kids' kayaking lessons and school holiday programs are specially tailored for young paddlers (recommended for ages 7 and up) to learn fundamental boat control, balance, and river safety through games and engaging activities.

How does it work? First you would take a lessons which starts at the beginning. Kids learn to paddle in a straight line, how to turn, how to lean the kayak and much more. All lessons are in kayaks fitted to kids.

Do the kids take the lesson by themselves? Kids can take the lessons by themselves or they can come with parents or guardians. We have a lot of people take lessons together as a way to spend time doing different things with their kids. Lessons are at Westerfolds Park in Templestowe.

If my kids like paddling, what is the next step? We have a kayak club which caters for kids, or kids along with parents, or just parents. We cater to all ages, and offer paddling sessions every week. It is a bit like doing football, or netball during term. Our specific kids paddling sessions are either saturday or sunday, but if they really like kayaking, they are able to come more than once a week.

Can we join the club straight away? you need to take a lesson or maybe even 2 lessons first, to make sure that your child has the proper grounding in paddling technique and also some confidence in paddling. Taking a lesson ensures that your child has intensive instruction and attention to detail. Our club sessions are larger group sessions, and every session in coached. However, the attention to detail for every participant is not as intensive in this group coached setting.

Why Choose Canoes Plus Kayaking Lessons?

Expert Instruction: Taught by experienced, Paddle Australia-qualified instructors and highly experieced coaches, who prioritize safety and fun.

Safe & Supportive Environment: We focus on foundational water confidence, proper fitting gear (like PFDs and kids-sized paddles), and easy-to-handle junior kayaks.

Exciting Locations: Sessions take place on calm flatwater and gentle moving water environments, including select holiday adventures on the Yarra River in Melbourne and the Goulburn River at Eildon

Program Highlights

Basic paddle strokes, steering, and stopping.

Capsize drills and comfort in the water turned into fun games.

Group-based social learning that encourages teamwork and confidence.

What is the cost? A lesson costs $180, while a private lesson is $220. Term group Coaching is $220

How do I book? First book a beginner session to learn to paddle - Beginner kayak sessions or a private lesson. You can book online through the cart, or call us on 18000KAYAK or email info@velocitywatersports.com.au

How long does the lesson last Beginner lessons or private lessons are typically 2 - 2.5 hours. If you move to the group club sessions, these last around 1 hour.

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