Shrewsbury Canoe Club upcoming events

Polo Session 4 (2026/27) (12 Oct 2026)

Mon, 12 Oct 2026 18:30:00 GMT

Looking to exercise your competitive edge or fancy a team based kayak session?

Do you want to hone your kayaking skills over the winter, well it's all thrills and spills on Monday nights at the Priory Pool in Shrewsbury Quarry Leisure Centre for Canoe Polo! Think Netball meets Rubgy on (and under!) water!

All aspects of your paddling will be tested and improved, power, balance, paddle control, turns, support strokes, and you get lots of motivation to learn your roll! Most of all it's team based fun and excellent cardio!

All welcome including recent beginners – as long as you’d like to paddle hard & get wet! All polo specific kit available at the pool. Just bring your enthusiasm, swimming kit, plus a short sleeve top and wet shoes.

Arrive 7.30pm to be on the water between 8 and 9pm, book on via the 'Wild Apricot for Members app' for each session.

See video below for further information & feel free to ask any questions via polo@shrewsburycanoeclub.org

Regards,

Toby & Dylan SCC Polo Reps

Short video taster: https://youtu.be/kWWdF3gQD88

Pool Session Block 1 (4 wks) - 22 Sept to 13 Oct - 7pm (13 Oct 2026)

Tue, 13 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT

POOL SESSION AT THE QUARRY POOL

Winter 2026/27 pool sessions - come and book onto a series of pool sessions to hone and refine your paddle skills in a safe, warm environment. Master your paddle technique, your bracing, or get that roll completely solid.

Club coaches will be on hand to support and assist. These sessions are especially good for paddlers starting out on their paddling careers, or for those wishing to master a specific skill set. They are less suited to experienced paddlers (you may be interested in the polo sessions instead when they start...).

Pool sessions are in blocks of 4 and for one hour slots. Please arrive at the pool at least 15 minutes early to get ready.

We have boats at the pool for use. The session is not suitable for SUPs. You can bring your own boat but it must be spotless clean inside and out, and will be inspected by a coach prior to put in. If not clean enough we will need to ask you to use a club boat.

A maximum of 2 sea boats can be used on the pool, and only on the 8pm session. You would need to bring your own. Please contact Steve on secretary@shrewsburycanoeclub.org if you intend on using a Sea Boat to check there is space to do so.

Please bring swim wear, and we strongly recommend goggles and nose clips.

The price for the four week block is £40 - this is non-refundable unless the Club needs to cancel a session for any reason. If you can't make a session then you are welcome to make this known through the Facebook site where often other members will take you up on the offer. You'll need to make payment arrangements with the other party directly in this circumstance independently.

In the event an evening is not sold out then one week bookings may be made available at a higher cost of £15 per session.

If for any reason you can't make a block having booked it, please let us know and we will try and sell the block to another member - if successful we will refund your booking.

Any queries please contact secretary@shrewsburycanoeclub.org

One Off Pool Session - 13th October - 7pm (13 Oct 2026)

Tue, 13 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT

One off session - spare spaces - £15 per night

Book on for a one off session to take up extra spaces

POOL SESSIONS AT THE QUARRY POOL

Winter 2025/26 pool sessions - come and book onto a series of pool sessions to hone and refine your paddle skills in a safe, warm environment. Master your paddle technique, your bracing, or get that roll completely solid.

This is for a one off session to fill spare slots

Please bring swim wear, and we strongly recommend goggles and nose clips.

The price for the four week block is £40, £20 for 2 weeks - this is non-refundable unless the Club needs to cancel a session for any reason. If you can't make a session then you are welcome to make this known through the Facebook site where often other members will take you up on the offer. You'll need to make payment arrangements with the other party directly in this circumstance independently.

In the event an evening is not sold out then one week bookings may be made available at a higher cost of £15 per session.

If for any reason you can't make a block having booked it, please let us know and we will try and sell the block to another member - if successful we will refund your booking.

Any queries please contact secretary@shrewsburycanoeclub.org

Pool Session Block 1 (4 wks) - 22 Sept to 13 Oct - 8pm - OVER 16 YEAR OLD ONLY (13 Oct 2026)

Tue, 13 Oct 2026 19:00:00 GMT

POOL SESSION AT THE QUARRY POOL

OVER 16 YEAR OLDS ONLY FOR THE 8PM SLOT

Pool sessions are in blocks of 4 and for one hour slots. Please arrive at the pool at least 15 minutes early to get ready.

Please bring swim wear, and we strongly recommend goggles and nose clips.

In the event an evening is not sold out then one week bookings may be made available at a higher cost of £15 per session.

If for any reason you can't make a block having booked it, please let us know and we will try and sell the block to another member - if successful we will refund your booking.

Any queries please contact secretary@shrewsburycanoeclub.org

Forward Paddling Technique Day - Frankwell (18 Oct 2026)

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 08:30:00 GMT

SCC Racing Lead - James Block and SCC Club Coach Nick Redshaw are teaming up with Spring Valley Kayak School (South Wales) Coach Jim Pigdon to host a Forward Paddling Technique Day at Frankwell for SCC Members.

Between these three coaches they have an enormous amount of knowledge about kayaking and forward paddling to pass on.

This day is aimed at kayakers (age 11 upwards) wishing to improve their forward paddling technique and efficiency.

It is likely the day will be split into two halves - the morning being based in the Pavillion for theory on efficient forward paddling and a chance to practice techniques on dry land using Jim's Slider, Ergo and Balance Board designed for kayakers.

In the afternoon we hope to take these techniques onto the river so please bring paddling gear and a warm change of clothes.

Please meet at the Frankwell Cricket Pavillion at 9:30am ready for a 10am start. We anticipate the day will finish around 4-4:30pm.

There is a small charge for this event to cover the Pavillion Hire Fee.

Please bring snacks and lunch. Tea and Coffee will be available at the Pavilion.

Boats are available to hire from the club - please book these and pay the hire fee via the website prior to the event.

Please book on early to avoid disappointment as places are limited due to limited space in the Pavillion (if the weather is good we may be able to open up this opportunity to more club members) .

Please add yourself to the waiting list if interested in case of any last minute cancellations and this also gives us an idea of how popular such an event is and whether plans for another event like this should be made.

Please get in touch if you have any queries.

Polo Session 5 (2026/27) (19 Oct 2026)

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 18:30:00 GMT

Looking to exercise your competitive edge or fancy a team based kayak session?

Arrive 7.30pm to be on the water between 8 and 9pm, book on via the 'Wild Apricot for Members app' for each session.

See video below for further information & feel free to ask any questions via polo@shrewsburycanoeclub.org

Regards,

Toby & Dylan SCC Polo Reps

Short video taster: https://youtu.be/kWWdF3gQD88

Polo Session 6 (2026/27) (26 Oct 2026)

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 19:30:00 GMT

Looking to exercise your competitive edge or fancy a team based kayak session?

Arrive 7.30pm to be on the water between 8 and 9pm, book on via the 'Wild Apricot for Members app' for each session.

See video below for further information & feel free to ask any questions via polo@shrewsburycanoeclub.org

Regards,

Toby & Dylan SCC Polo Reps

Short video taster: https://youtu.be/kWWdF3gQD88

Pool Session Block 2 (4 wks) - 27 Oct to 17 Nov - 7pm (27 Oct 2026)

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 19:00:00 GMT

POOL SESSION AT THE QUARRY POOL

Pool sessions are in blocks of 4 and for one hour slots. Please arrive at the pool at least 15 minutes early to get ready.

Please bring swim wear, and we strongly recommend goggles and nose clips.

In the event an evening is not sold out then one week bookings may be made available at a higher cost of £15 per session.

If for any reason you can't make a block having booked it, please let us know and we will try and sell the block to another member - if successful we will refund your booking.

Any queries please contact secretary@shrewsburycanoeclub.org

Pool Session Block 2 (4 wks) - 27 Oct to 17 Nov - 8pm - OVER 16 YEAR OLD ONLY (27 Oct 2026)

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 20:00:00 GMT

POOL SESSION AT THE QUARRY POOL

OVER 16 YEAR OLDS ONLY FOR THE 8PM SLOT

Pool sessions are in blocks of 4 and for one hour slots. Please arrive at the pool at least 15 minutes early to get ready.

Please bring swim wear, and we strongly recommend goggles and nose clips.

In the event an evening is not sold out then one week bookings may be made available at a higher cost of £15 per session.

If for any reason you can't make a block having booked it, please let us know and we will try and sell the block to another member - if successful we will refund your booking.

Any queries please contact secretary@shrewsburycanoeclub.org

Mutli -Craft Grade 2 paddle River Dee - Cabins - Horseshoe then Canal to Pavilion (30 Oct 2026)

Fri, 30 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT

On Friday 30th October we are holding a multi craft approx 5-6 mile paddle on the River Dee - Grade 2 sections of rapids from Cabins to Horseshoe Falls then a paddle along the LLangollen Canal to the Pavilion (safe water levels permitting).

We think the journey will take around 3 hours.

Meet at Coed-Y-Glyn Log Cabins Glyndyfrdwy at 10am and we'll shuttle to The Pavilion Car Park, Llangollen.

Car parking at Log Cabins is £5 and the Pavilion is also pay and display.

You'll need warm paddling gear, helmet, paddle, spraydeck, appropriate footwear, air bags, personal first aid kit, drink & snacks. Swim lines for canoes. Warm clothes to get changed into after.

If you need to hire equipment from the club please hire this via the website prior to the trip and if you need any help with collecting from Frankwell please let Dave C or Anita know well in advance of the trip.

Parents of any junior paddlers must stay close by in the area of the trip.

Any queries please let Dave or Anita know:

Dave C: 07837029486

Anita: 07796108207

Polo Session 7 (2026/27) (2 Nov 2026)

Mon, 02 Nov 2026 19:30:00 GMT

Looking to exercise your competitive edge or fancy a team based kayak session?

Arrive 7.30pm to be on the water between 8 and 9pm, book on via the 'Wild Apricot for Members app' for each session.

See video below for further information & feel free to ask any questions via polo@shrewsburycanoeclub.org

Regards,

Toby & Dylan SCC Polo Reps

Short video taster: https://youtu.be/kWWdF3gQD88

Pool Session Block 2 (4 wks) - 27 Oct to 17 Nov - 7pm (3 Nov 2026)

Tue, 03 Nov 2026 19:00:00 GMT

POOL SESSION AT THE QUARRY POOL

Pool sessions are in blocks of 4 and for one hour slots. Please arrive at the pool at least 15 minutes early to get ready.

Please bring swim wear, and we strongly recommend goggles and nose clips.

In the event an evening is not sold out then one week bookings may be made available at a higher cost of £15 per session.

If for any reason you can't make a block having booked it, please let us know and we will try and sell the block to another member - if successful we will refund your booking.

Any queries please contact secretary@shrewsburycanoeclub.org

Pool Session Block 2 (4 wks) - 27 Oct to 17 Nov - 8pm - OVER 16 YEAR OLD ONLY (3 Nov 2026)

Tue, 03 Nov 2026 20:00:00 GMT

POOL SESSION AT THE QUARRY POOL

OVER 16 YEAR OLDS ONLY FOR THE 8PM SLOT

Pool sessions are in blocks of 4 and for one hour slots. Please arrive at the pool at least 15 minutes early to get ready.

Please bring swim wear, and we strongly recommend goggles and nose clips.

In the event an evening is not sold out then one week bookings may be made available at a higher cost of £15 per session.

If for any reason you can't make a block having booked it, please let us know and we will try and sell the block to another member - if successful we will refund your booking.

Any queries please contact secretary@shrewsburycanoeclub.org

Polo NW&C Regional Div3 - T2 (2026/7) (7 Nov 2026)

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 15:30:00 GMT

Expression of interest-Polo North West Regional Division 3- Tournament 2

Regional Tournament is at Life Leisure Cheadle, Shiers Drive, Cheadle, SK81JR.

1600 to 2100hrs- Prompt travel to the pool will be required as the games are tight for time.

4 Games on the night, 10 minute halfs, Fee likely to be £14.

Boats and kit to be sorted on the Monday before (03/11/2026)

For further information or ask any questions please contact me on info@shrewsburycanoeclub.org

Regards,

Toby (& Dylan)

SCC Polo Reps

Polo Session 8 (2026/27) (9 Nov 2026)

Mon, 09 Nov 2026 19:30:00 GMT

Looking to exercise your competitive edge or fancy a team based kayak session?

Arrive 7.30pm to be on the water between 8 and 9pm, book on via the 'Wild Apricot for Members app' for each session.

See video below for further information & feel free to ask any questions via polo@shrewsburycanoeclub.org

Regards,

Toby & Dylan SCC Polo Reps

Short video taster: https://youtu.be/kWWdF3gQD88

Pool Session Block 2 (4 wks) - 27 Oct to 17 Nov - 7pm (10 Nov 2026)

Tue, 10 Nov 2026 19:00:00 GMT

POOL SESSION AT THE QUARRY POOL

Pool sessions are in blocks of 4 and for one hour slots. Please arrive at the pool at least 15 minutes early to get ready.

Please bring swim wear, and we strongly recommend goggles and nose clips.

In the event an evening is not sold out then one week bookings may be made available at a higher cost of £15 per session.

If for any reason you can't make a block having booked it, please let us know and we will try and sell the block to another member - if successful we will refund your booking.

Any queries please contact secretary@shrewsburycanoeclub.org

Pool Session Block 2 (4 wks) - 27 Oct to 17 Nov - 8pm - OVER 16 YEAR OLD ONLY (10 Nov 2026)

Tue, 10 Nov 2026 20:00:00 GMT

POOL SESSION AT THE QUARRY POOL

OVER 16 YEAR OLDS ONLY FOR THE 8PM SLOT

Pool sessions are in blocks of 4 and for one hour slots. Please arrive at the pool at least 15 minutes early to get ready.

Please bring swim wear, and we strongly recommend goggles and nose clips.

In the event an evening is not sold out then one week bookings may be made available at a higher cost of £15 per session.

If for any reason you can't make a block having booked it, please let us know and we will try and sell the block to another member - if successful we will refund your booking.

Any queries please contact secretary@shrewsburycanoeclub.org

WW 2/3 Dart Club Trip (13 Nov 2026)

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT

River Dart Club Trip

Andy and Matt (and maybe some others!!) would love to see you on this 2/3 club trip to the river Dart in Devon. 13th-15th November! The 13th will likely be a peer paddle - hopefully on the upper dart (grade 4), with club led trips on the 14th and 15th! Rain dependent, it is likely to be at least 1, if not 2 trips down the Dart Loop - with the potential for some alternative tributaries or the lower section if possible.

It's a great opportunity to do some of the UK's most classic WW a little further from home and have a laugh :)

Accommodation

The Dart Country Park has dorm rooms, they have provisionally booked 1 for the group, the cost is £38 per person/per night including breakfast each morning, to book, please email info@riverdart.co.uk and let them know you'd like to book a bed in the Shrewsbury canoe club group, payment will be direct to them.

There may also be alternative smaller bedroom options if that suits you better, feel free to ask them. There is an option for a few vans to stay on the car park, the public camping is closed but there is lots of flat ground to park up! This is £15 per night without breakfast, book the same way!

Pre-requisites

The usual required kit of WW Boat with air bags, spray deck, paddles, helmet and buoyancy aid + weather appropriate clothing! This will be a 2/3 led club trip, so if you've done the Dee / Lower T this will be ideal, if you're worried or would like to work out if it's right for you, feel free to drop Andy a message on 07577180826.

Club boats available for hire - see website. Transport of boat, kit and people is for own arrangement, but happy to help where possible with organising sharing lifts!

Polo Session 9 (2026/27) (16 Nov 2026)

Mon, 16 Nov 2026 19:30:00 GMT

Looking to exercise your competitive edge or fancy a team based kayak session?

Arrive 7.30pm to be on the water between 8 and 9pm, book on via the 'Wild Apricot for Members app' for each session.

See video below for further information & feel free to ask any questions via polo@shrewsburycanoeclub.org

Regards,

Toby & Dylan SCC Polo Reps

Short video taster: https://youtu.be/kWWdF3gQD88

Pool Session Block 2 (4 wks) - 27 Oct to 17 Nov - 7pm (17 Nov 2026)

Tue, 17 Nov 2026 19:00:00 GMT

POOL SESSION AT THE QUARRY POOL

Pool sessions are in blocks of 4 and for one hour slots. Please arrive at the pool at least 15 minutes early to get ready.

Please bring swim wear, and we strongly recommend goggles and nose clips.

In the event an evening is not sold out then one week bookings may be made available at a higher cost of £15 per session.

If for any reason you can't make a block having booked it, please let us know and we will try and sell the block to another member - if successful we will refund your booking.

Any queries please contact secretary@shrewsburycanoeclub.org

Pool Session Block 2 (4 wks) - 27 Oct to 17 Nov - 8pm - OVER 16 YEAR OLD ONLY (17 Nov 2026)

Tue, 17 Nov 2026 20:00:00 GMT

POOL SESSION AT THE QUARRY POOL

OVER 16 YEAR OLDS ONLY FOR THE 8PM SLOT

Pool sessions are in blocks of 4 and for one hour slots. Please arrive at the pool at least 15 minutes early to get ready.

Please bring swim wear, and we strongly recommend goggles and nose clips.

In the event an evening is not sold out then one week bookings may be made available at a higher cost of £15 per session.

If for any reason you can't make a block having booked it, please let us know and we will try and sell the block to another member - if successful we will refund your booking.

Any queries please contact secretary@shrewsburycanoeclub.org

Polo Session 10 (2026/27) (23 Nov 2026)

Mon, 23 Nov 2026 19:30:00 GMT

Looking to exercise your competitive edge or fancy a team based kayak session?

Arrive 7.30pm to be on the water between 8 and 9pm, book on via the 'Wild Apricot for Members app' for each session.

See video below for further information & feel free to ask any questions via polo@shrewsburycanoeclub.org

Regards,

Toby & Dylan SCC Polo Reps

Short video taster: https://youtu.be/kWWdF3gQD88

First Aid training course - 2 days (28 Nov 2026)

Sat, 28 Nov 2026 09:30:00 GMT

2 day first aid training course for any club members. Tailored for outdoor activities and paddle sport situations. Essential for all leaders and coaches, but open to all members wanting to learn or refresh their 1st Aid skills.

Course runs Sat & Sun 09:30- 17:00. Training is hands on with practical assessment throughout the weekend and simple written test at the end (no scary exam)

Outdoor clothing required as some training will be outside, weather dependant. Packed lunch suggested, but there is a cafe on site. Parking for the weekend is included.

The course is being subsidised by the club, but a individual contribution of £50 per person is required.

Please book onto the course with TNR direct on 01978 860700 and quote SCC. Details for payment will follow.

Polo Session 11 (2026/27) (30 Nov 2026)

Mon, 30 Nov 2026 19:30:00 GMT

Looking to exercise your competitive edge or fancy a team based kayak session?

Arrive 7.30pm to be on the water between 8 and 9pm, book on via the 'Wild Apricot for Members app' for each session.

See video below for further information & feel free to ask any questions via polo@shrewsburycanoeclub.org

Regards,

Toby & Dylan SCC Polo Reps

Short video taster: https://youtu.be/kWWdF3gQD88

Polo Session 12 (2026/27) (7 Dec 2026)

Mon, 07 Dec 2026 19:30:00 GMT

Looking to exercise your competitive edge or fancy a team based kayak session?

Arrive 7.30pm to be on the water between 8 and 9pm, book on via the 'Wild Apricot for Members app' for each session.

See video below for further information & feel free to ask any questions via polo@shrewsburycanoeclub.org

Regards,

Toby & Dylan SCC Polo Reps

Short video taster: https://youtu.be/kWWdF3gQD88

Polo Session 13 (2026/27) (14 Dec 2026)

Mon, 14 Dec 2026 19:30:00 GMT

Looking to exercise your competitive edge or fancy a team based kayak session?

Arrive 7.30pm to be on the water between 8 and 9pm, book on via the 'Wild Apricot for Members app' for each session.

See video below for further information & feel free to ask any questions via polo@shrewsburycanoeclub.org

Regards,

Toby & Dylan SCC Polo Reps

Short video taster: https://youtu.be/kWWdF3gQD88

PROVISIONAL - The Festive one-Polo Session 14 (2026/27) (21 Dec 2026)

Mon, 21 Dec 2026 19:30:00 GMT

Looking to exercise your competitive edge or fancy a team based kayak session?

Arrive 7.30pm to be on the water between 8 and 9pm, book on via the 'Wild Apricot for Members app' for each session.

See video below for further information & feel free to ask any questions via polo@shrewsburycanoeclub.org

Regards,

Toby & Dylan SCC Polo Reps

Short video taster: https://youtu.be/kWWdF3gQD88

Polo NW&C Regional Div3 - T3 (2026/7) (6 Feb 2027)

Sat, 06 Feb 2027 14:30:00 GMT

Expression of interest-Polo North West Regional Division 3- Tournament 3

Regional Tournament is at Life Leisure Cheadle, Shiers Drive, Cheadle, SK81JR.

1500 to 2000hrs- Prompt travel to the pool will be required as the games are tight for time.

3 Games on the night, 10 minute half's, Fee likely to be £14.

Boats and kit to be sorted on the Monday before (01/02/2026)

For further information or ask any questions please contact me on info@shrewsburycanoeclub.org

Regards,

Toby (& Dylan)

SCC Polo Reps

Polo NW&C Regional Div3 - T4 (2026/7) (20 Mar 2027)

Sat, 20 Mar 2027 08:30:00 GMT

Expression of interest-Polo North West Regional Division 3- Tournament 3

Regional Tournament is at Sale Waterpark, Rifle Rd, Priory Ward, M33 2LX

0900 to 1600hrs- Prompt travel to the pitch will be required

4 Games on the day, 10 minute half's, Fee likely to be £14.

Boats and kit to be sorted on the Monday before (15/03/2027)

For further information or ask any questions please contact me on info@shrewsburycanoeclub.org

Regards,

Toby (& Dylan)

SCC Polo Reps

Yorkshire week long canoe paddling (26 Mar 2027)

Fri, 26 Mar 2027 19:00:00 GMT

Our proposed trip is a week long canoe trip in Yorkshire, limited spaces as im the only attending canoe coach. We will be staying in an Airbnb and enjoy paddling some of the famous Yorkshire waters for a long week.

Any info needed give me a ring or email me. We will probably paddle the touring rivers so thinking grade 1-2, 2-3 and 3. This trip will be for traditional canoe, tandem or single.

Target rivers for this trip im looking at the Tees, Ouse, and possibly the Swale.

This trip will be good for people that have paddled white water before. All driving attendees may be required to assist with shuttling and any portaging so expect instruction and have plenty of fuel in reserve.

Kit required for this trip, you will need to bring; hemet, boat + paddle, spare paddle, Ba, painters, swim lines, personal first aid kit, drybags, dry suit or cag and dry trousers.
If you have pin kit and/or group shelters please bring these with you, these will be most useful.

I would suggest to insure your kit should any losses occur, as a possible rescue will prioritise you over any kit. Any losses will be dealt with after you are safe.

Please bring some non kayaking gear for the occasional meal out, expected to share rooms so bring pyjamas too.