Applications are now open for our 2026 beginner courses.

COURSE 1: 06 – 18 Oct (gear evenings: pick up 29 Sep, drop off 20 Oct).

COURSE 2: 28 Oct – 08 Nov (gear evenings: pick up 20 Oct, drop off 10 Nov).

Exact session dates are on the sign up form, please make note.

The course cost is approx $800 (TBC) per person ($100 deposit to confirm a place, balance payable by 31 August). This includes gear hire for the course duration and club membership for the 2026/27 season.

The course fills quickly, so don’t delay in signing up! You must be 16 years or older to attend. (Under 18 a parent/caregiver must also attend).

SIGN UP HERE

About the Course

The club runs two beginner courses each spring in October. Each course is 2 weeks long and includes all the required gear that you’ll need. Applications open July/August.

The courses are taught by club volunteers, and consist of 2 week night sessions each week, two half day sessions close to Christchurch the first weekend and an overnight trip away from Christchurch the second weekend, with two days spent on the river. We will depart Christchurch on the Friday evening.

Once you finish the course there will be plenty of grade 2 trips to attend, which is important if you wish to keep building upon what you learnt during the course.

If you wish to find out more, or have questions please contact our Instruction Officer: instruction@canterburywhitewaterclub.co.nz