Shrewsbury Canoe Club

Introducing our wonderful volunteer committee. We meet every month to catch up, and plan how we can grow the club and be even better for our members. Please feel free to get in touch, initially through the Secretary or Chair. Members are also welcome to join in committee meetings; again, please shout up if you'd like to come along.

Chairperson and Welfare Officer: Nick Morrall

Email: chair@shrewsburycanoeclub.org

Tel: 07847 883914

What you love about paddle sport: The freedom to explore places and spots you don’t often get to see. Also just having a great time with great friends.

Vice Chair: Karen Darby

Email: vicechair@shrewsburycanoeclub.org

What you love about paddle sport I just LOVE my sport and always have done! I love the journeying, multi -day expeditioning aspect most of all - the quiet places that it takes you to, stunning scenery, amazing wildlife encounters. I also love the 'movement of paddle sport', the cadence on a day when its all going well, smooth, effortless, easy...

Secretary: Grant McKelvie

Email: secretary@shrewsburycanoeclub.org

Tel: 07837 963160

What you love about paddle sport: The adventure and the complete distraction from everything else. I really enjoy introducing juniors to the sport, and helping them gain confidence on the water.

Membership Secretary: Matthew Dunn

Email: membership@shrewsburycanoeclub.org

Tel: 07549 528735

What you love about paddle sport: Paddle sport, its all about the Thrill, Contentment, Escapism, Expressive, Adventure, Nature-spotting, Fresh air, Watching people succeed, Making friends. In a nutshell paddling has shaped my life and I love it.

Treasurer: Tom Hyde

Email: treasurer@shrewsburycanoeclub.org

What you love about paddle sport: Fun and excitement

Equipment Officer: Andy Brooker

Email: equipmentofficer@shrewsburycanoeclub.org

What you love about paddle sport: It doesn’t matter how good or bad you are. There’s always a trip for to enjoy. You set your own level and limits. The sense of freedom on the water is sublime. The companionship superb and the potential hit to your bank balance , surreal.

Club Safety Officer: David Southern

Email: safetyofficer@shrewsburycanoeclub.org

What you love about paddle sport: Escapism and wildlife (both meanings!)

Coaching & Development Officer: Simon Pond

Email: coachingofficer@shrewsburycanoeclub.org

What you love about paddle sport: Immersive nature of the sport; it can be what you want it to be. The social aspects, paddling in groups or pairs. Paddling is what you want to make of it!