PADDLE WITH US
Our Focus
Hurricane OCC welcomes paddlers of all ages and all stages to join our growing community of paddlers on the Swan River and Indian Ocean. We have dedicated coaches and numerous training sessions for all craft size and all abilities.
As our club grows, we are focused on developing high-performance individuals and teams, while also ensuring social paddlers have fun and safe outings. We have an active junior development program and we initiate and host competitive events.
WEEKLY TRAINING SESSIONS
Our scheduled weekly training sessions are all inclusive. All levels and genders train together with a qualified coach and steerer. Juniors train separately to seniors with their own coach and coordinator. We also offer two gym-based sessions per week for no additional fee.
| Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8am - Senior OC6 Session | 6pm - Gym Session | 4pm - Senior OC1 Session | 6pm - Gym Session | 4pm - Senior OC1 Session |
9am - Junior OC6/ OC1 Session | 5pm – Novice Session | 6pm - Senior OC6 Session | Junior OC6/OC1 Session | 6pm - Senior OC6 Session |
| Senior OC1 Session |
Membership
2024-2025 Hurricane OCC Membership
Come join our growing club! We offer six free paddle sessions in a two-month period so you can meet our members, try our craft and decide if Hurricane OCC is for you. Annual membership runs from 1 October - 30 September.
Membership categories - Senior, Junior, Associate and Social - and fees are outlined below. Dowload here to compare.
In addition, note the following:
- Craft storage is available to Junior and Senior members for an additional annual fee and subject to availability.
- Membership fees are separate to race fees. You are generally required to pay a fee for each race you compete in.
- All members are tested annually on their ability to swim 400m and tread water for at least 5 minutes.
Click here to complete the Hurricane OCC online Membership Form and provide payment details.
AOCRA Membership - Compulsory
- AOCRA fees: Senior, Associate and Social $70. Junior $45
Paddle WA Membership - Optional
Hurricane has developed an association and been accepted as a club member of Paddle WA, the state branch of Paddle Australia. Membership to Paddle WA is voluntary but encouraged, particularly if you wish to enter OC1/2 competitions. Membership supports the growth of paddle sports in the state and includes membership to Paddle Australia which is the peak body for paddling in Australia. Online form and payment via their website https://paddlewa.asn.au/
- Paddle WA – Club Affilate fees: Senior $105.50. Junior $58.50
Membership Fees and Benefits
JUNIOR PADDLERS
- All club training sessions
- Coaching
- Use of club equipment & facilities during club sessions
- Compete at WAZA & AOCRA regattas
- Storage of craft (subject to approval) for an additional fee
SENIOR PADDLERS
- All club training sessions
- Coaching
- Use of club equipment & facilities during and out of club sessions
- Compete at WAZA & AOCRA regattas
- Storage of craft (subject to approval) for an additional fee
- Voting Rights
SOCIAL PADDLERS
- One Sunday training session a month
- Coaching
- Use of club equipment & facilities during club sessions
ASSOCIATES
- All club training sessions
- Coaching
- Use of club equipment & facilities during and outside club sessions
- Compete at WAZA & AOCRA regattas
Our Paddlers
JUNIOR PADDLERS
We are committed to growing the sport of outrigger canoe in WA and have worked hard to establish a junior development program for 8 - 19 year olds.
Our juniors are supported by a dedicated and passionate team of coaches, coordinators, parents and volunteers. Juniors train a few times a week and have already competed successfully in state and national regattas.
Our aim is to ensure they are safe and having fun on the water while being included in the wider club activities. From the age of 16, once juniors who have advanced in skill and strength have the opportunity to train and race with senior members.
Our Paddlers
SENIOR PADDLERS
Our senior division is open to paddlers 19 years of age and older. There is no age limit when it comes to paddle sports! In competitions, divisions are generally Open (19-30+), Masters (40+), Senior Masters (50+), Golden Masters (60+) and Platinum (70+).
Our seniors are social and competitive and have had success in numerous state and national regattas. Some members have represented Australia on a World Stage at both the World Distance & Sprints Championships.
Our Paddlers
SOCIAL PADDLERS
If you’ve never paddled before, or just prefer the occasional outing join Hurricane OCC as a Social Member. You can use our club equipment and receive coaching during our scheduled training sessions.
We offer a weekly Novice training session during summer months on Monday’s at 5pm. And a “Social Sunday Paddle” on the first Sunday of every month (unless specified otherwise). No prior experience is necessary however you must be a confident swimmer!
Please note that if you paddle more than three times per year with us, you are required to be covered by insurance which is provided through AOCRA membership.
Our Paddlers
ASSOCIATES
Our Associate membership category is for Adaptive, Satellite or Country members who may not be able to make it to the club as often as full members. This category permits use of all club facilities and equipment during and outside of scheduled training sessions however, storage of craft is not permitted.
What Do I Bring to Paddle?
Click here to complete the Hurricane OCC online Membership Form and provide payment details.