Dear Club Members,
Each year the Club puts on beginner courses to introduce more people to our great sport.
Would you help us spread the word?
Nothing is more powerful than promotion from our members themselves, sharing how much they love the sport, being part of the club and its fun activities.
We have a page on our website promoting this season’s beginners’ sessions, and we also have a publicly shareable Facebook post. Here are the links:
- https://reading-canoe.org.uk/start-paddling/
- https://www.facebook.com/ReadingCanoeClub/posts/pfbid099yRyxcQ6CPgqikVxN3xWmPCsV5pNNKLUDQKqeKQtM2Cuvg7VPbyVQcNZADt4gAsl (I know, it is a beauty, but people won’t see it if you click share inside Facebook… 😉)
Please could you share this with your own families, friends, social networks, work colleagues, fellow parents at your kids’ schools and anyone else you think would be interested.
To make it quick and easy for you, we’ve drafted a few potential sharing messages. Obviously your own version is even better. Just add the links.
With fuller details (good for a Facebook post or a work email):
I’ve been paddling with the Reading Canoe Club for a few years now and enjoy both the sport and the club community. We do on and off the water training from once up to 12 times a week depending on your level. There are many social events too – from our weekly-paddle and cake on Fridays all the way to the annual awards dinner.
If you have been thinking about finding a new sport, keeping fit or meeting a new group of people, then I highly recommend trying Reading Canoe Club.
Every April to July the club are organises beginner courses – no prior experience required, just enthusiasm and a bit of fitness. You can find the details on this page:
Just the important part: Our canoe club is organising beginner courses. It’s a great way to keep active and meet people. You don’t need to race but that is also an option. Check out this page for the details:
Humorous / playful version: I’ve discovered the perfect sport for anyone who enjoys fresh air, a bit of exercise and being on the water … and occasionally in it! Reading Canoe Club runs beginner courses from April to July. No experience needed — just enthusiasm and a willingness to laugh. Details here:
Parent friendly version (school WhatsApp, PTA groups, etc.): If you’re looking for something active, outdoorsy, and genuinely fun (for adults and for your kids), Reading Canoe Club runs beginner courses from April to July. It’s a great way to get some exercise, meet friendly people, and enjoy a bit of calm on the water — no prior experience needed and all equipment provided. Perfect little escape from the school run. More info here: