How to Join

First time kayaking?

Before you join, you’re more than welcome to come along for a taster session either at one of our open days or in a small group with other new paddlers.

You can read more below about what to bring, what to expect on the day, and how to get started

Membership Info

Shepperton Slalom Canoe Club warmly welcomes new members with an interest in competitive paddle sport.

If you’re ready to join, you can find out more below and don’t forget to check out the details about our training sessions and competitions.

Apply for membership

To apply for membership, just fill out the membership form, transfer your payment, and you're good to go.

If you have any problems or questions at any point, there is an Email Us button you can use if needed before or after submitting your membership.

First time kayaking?

What to expect

If it’s your first time, don’t worry, everyone at the club, whatever their age or experience, is happy to help and offer encouragement.

Depending on who you’ve arranged your session with, they’ll let you know who to ask for when you arrive.

You’ll get help with collecting the necessary equipment and will be fully briefed before heading out onto the water with your coach.

What to bring

It is important you wear the correct clothing when you come paddling. What you wear should not saturate with water if you fall in. If you do not have gear designed for water sports, we recommend the following, depending on the conditions:

Pair of old trainers or plimsolls (You may well be standing in the river – your feet will get wet)
Tracksuit bottoms, leggings or shorts – Jeans or similar are not appropriate
T-shirt, sweatshirt, thermal top
Cagoule or a thin waterproof and windproof top
Towel
You will get wet, so it's a good idea to have a change of clothes ready to put on after the session.

You should also advise your coach of any medical conditions.

What we'll provide

We’ll supply all the necessary safety equipment, including buoyancy aids, helmets and the boat.

Sessions take place on calm, sheltered water.

Please note: paddlers should be confident in the water, able to remain calm, and follow instructions in the event of a capsize.

Finding us

We’re located at Lock Island, Ferry Lane, Shepperton, TW17 9LW. To reach the club, cross the lock, ideally using the left-hand side crossing. If the lock is in use (with boats passing through), you may need to use the right-hand side.

Once across, follow the path to the right of the small refreshment hut.

Within 20 feet, you’ll see the clubhouse on your right.

For more information on how to find us and parking tips, please visit HERE

If you have any other questions or would like to arrange your first session, email Andy by clicking the button below.

Email Us

Become a member

About the membership

We offer four types of membership at Shepperton Slalom Canoe Club.

Each membership is annual, and there are no additional fees throughout the year, unless you choose to participate in events held at Shepperton or other kayaking clubs.

For 2024-2025, the membership types/rates are:

Adults – £80

Junior/Youth (under 21) £60

Supporters/Parents – non paddling members £10

Boat Racks £40 - availability dependent

Safety is Paramount

Your safety and the safety of others is paramount. Membership of the club does not entitle you to take out boats if and when you feel like it. Until the coach has cleared you to paddle independently you may not be on the water in any boat that is stored at the club unless you are with a club member who has been approved by the club coaches to supervise other paddlers.

When you are on the water under the supervision of another paddler, you are expected to obey the instructions they give. They have the right to end any session.

Membership does not entitle you to supervise other paddlers on the water, only a club coach can decide that you have the ability to do this.

Water conditions at Shepperton can vary because of the water volume coming over the weir; your ability to paddle a boat in good conditions does not translate into an ability to paddle in all conditions. In winter we have conditions when even the most experienced paddlers choose not to go out on the water. You are advised to check with others if you are uncertain.

To apply for membership, scroll down to Section 3 below, titled 'Apply for Membership.'

If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us by clicking the button below.

Email Us

Apply for membership

The Steps

If you need to add more than one member, you must complete a separate form for each new member, submit it, and then proceed with the next one.
Once you have submitted your membership(s) form(s), you then need to transfer the membership fee.
You pay for all your memberships in one go, so if you've submitted two junior memberships, that would be 2 x £60, so £120 to transfer.
Then transfer the membership fee to the bank details below.
For the reference, add your surname, then either:
1. A for adult membership
2. J for junior membership
3. S for Supports/Parents
For example,
1. Bloggs (F)
2. Bloggs (A,J)

Shepperton Bank Details

Name: Shepperton Slalom Canoe Club

Account: 70842605

Sort Code: 20 74 63

Membership form

Select the membership type you would like to apply for. Only one per submission..

Adult - £80

Junior (Under 21) - £60

Supporters/Parents – non paddling members - £10

First name and Last Name

Multi-line address

Country/Region

Address

City

Zip / Postal code

If you’re completing this form on behalf of a junior member, please include your full name.

Date of Birth (If under 121)

Medical and Emergency Contact Details

Name of emergency contact

Relationship to member

Phone number

Canoeing and Kayaking are ‘assumed risk’ – ‘water contact sports’ that may carry attendant risks. Participants and parents should be aware of and understand these risks, and be responsible for their own actions and involvement. Public Liability is covered by our Affiliation to the British Canoe Union. Details of Public Liability insurance cover is given on www.bcu.org.uk I can/cannot swim 50m in light clothing I agree that I have read and understood the paddlers’ guide, the rules of the Club, Constitution and the policies and procedures (on the club notice board) and I agree to abide by them. I understand that by becoming a member of Shepperton Slalom Canoe Club, I agree to my information being held by the club and used for Club administration and to keep me informed of Club activities. I understand that I have the right to withdraw consent for my information to be held at any point if I choose for my membership to cease .This data will be kept electronically and will be held for one year after my membership ceases, in line with The National Data Retention Schedule. Shepperton Slalom Canoe Club does not share any Personal Identifiable Information without the member’s prior explicit consent. I consent to my town, home phone, work phone, mobile phone, email, and secondary email*, being distributed to other club members and to the above emergency name, phone number and mobile number* being published on the sign in sheet at the club. I consent to images of me participating in Shepperton Slalom Canoe Club activities being used for club publicity, including on the Club’s website.

I accept the terms and conditions

How to Join

First time kayaking?

Membership Info

Apply for membership

First time kayaking?

What to expect

What to bring

What we'll provide

Finding us

Become a member

​About the membership

Safety is Paramount

Apply for membership

The Steps

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Shepperton Bank Details

Membership form

Medical and Emergency Contact Details

Shepperton Slalom Canoe Club Lock Island, Ferry Lane, Shepperton, Middx, TW17 9LW

About the membership

Shepperton Slalom Canoe Club
Lock Island,
Ferry Lane,
Shepperton,
Middx,
TW17 9LW