- The club was founded in the summer of 2015 with the aim of creating a base for canoeists in the Lucan area at Lucan Demesne in order to complement the recent upgraded facilities of the Sluice and also to promote continued participation in kayaking and to provide further opportunities for personal kayak skills development
- The club generally focuses on general purpose / recreational kayaking and endeavours to run regular trips throughout the year for members. It also aims to offer training courses in kayak skills and safety. It is envisaged as the club develops to cater for other disciplines such as slalom, marathon and sprint racing and canoe polo.
- The long term goal is to provide a club house with changing/showering facilities and storage for equipment in Lucan Demesne
JOINING THE CLUB
The club is open to new members on the following basis
- Prospective members should be at minimum Canoeing Ireland Level 2 Kayak Skills standard
- As Lucan Kayak Club has a very limited store of equipment members are expected to own or have access to their own boat and equipment – however Club boats and gear may be rented out to club members on a temporary basis for club trips/sessions
- All Club members are required to be registered with Canoeing Ireland. This is a requirement for insurance purposes and for those who wish to participate in any Canoeing Ireland events ,races or competitions such as the Liffey Descent and Paddlefest. Lucan Kayak Club membership fee includes registration with Canoeing Ireland. The current annual fee (2023) for Canoeing Ireland registration is €30 for seniors and students and €10 for juniors.
- Complete and submit Club Application form and return by email to the Secretary at Lucankayakclub@gmail.com .
- All new applications for membership will considered by Club Committee
As a club we commit to:
• Ensuring the safety of club members while participating in club activities.
• Developing junior members through the sharing of kayaking skills in a positive and constructive manner.
• Encourage junior members of all abilities to enjoy kayaking.
• Ensuring good ethical practice by club leaders and other members in all club activities involving junior members.
• Ensure that adult members are familiar with and adhere to our Code of Ethics and Child Protection policy.
As a club we expect junior members to:
• Always follow safety instructions of instructors and group leaders, both on and off the water.
• Enjoy themselves and seek to improve their skills.
• Be prepared to try other disciplines offered.
• Behave responsibly in terms of their own safety and the safety of other club members.
• Be supportive and respectful of other club members.
• Show group leaders and instructors respect and appreciation.
As a club we ask parents to:
• Encourage their children to behave responsibly and respectfully.
• Encourage their children to have a go, develop their kayaking skills and enjoy themselves.
• Provide hands-on support to the club when possible.
Lucan Kayak Club endorses Canoeing Ireland’s Child Protection Policy and has a Child Liaison Officer on its committee. The current CPO with contact details is available on our website and can be contacted if you want any more information on our Code of Ethics Policy, or if any specific concerns arise.