Learn to paddle and be safe on the water with the Paddle Power program!
All equipment will be provided.
These sessions are for primary school children aged seven to 14 years. All genders are welcome, no prior paddle experience is needed.
This activity will be delivered by Paddle Victoria qualified coaches and guides. All guides and coaches have a Working with Children Check and a First Aid Certificate.
These sessions are being delivered in partnership with Manningham Council and Paddle Victoria as part of the Birrarung Riverfest 2025. Celebrate our river at one of 60+ events hosted over three weeks from 6–28 September. Whether you enjoy riverside walks, cleanups, creative workshops or paddling adventures, there's something for everyone at Riverfest. Riverfest is presented by the Yarra Riverkeeper Association and our partners Burndap Birrarung burndap umarkoo collaboration and Melbourne Water. Check out the full program of events here.
