Kayak The Nile Canoe Club
From Junior Paddlers to Future Leaders
The Club
The Kayak the Nile Canoe Club, established in 2023, is a non-profit program sponsored by Kayak the Nile, offering kayak and stand-up paddleboard coaching to local girls. Its members currently, primarily consist of the daughters of Kayak the Nile and Nile River Explorers staff, along with their friends.
Our mission is to provide them with memorable experiences, valuable knowledge, and the skills necessary for potential future employment in the sport, promoting diversity within the water sports industry in Uganda.
The club meets weekly on Sunday afternoons during the school term at the Kayak the Nile office. After gearing up, members head out onto the calm waters of the Nile River, guided by volunteer coaches. These coaches include fathers of the girls, along with Kayak the Nile and Nile River Explorers staff.
The club has also been fortunate to receive support from international kayakers passing through, for which they are deeply grateful.
During school holidays, the club also meets on Thursday afternoons, maintaining the same enthusiasm as the Sunday sessions. It’s inspiring to see the girls fully embrace the sport.
As the girls’ skills have grown, the club now visits the rapids once a month to further challenge and refine their abilities.
Mass Float - Fundraiser
On May 1st, 2025, the Kayak the Nile Canoe Club will host its inaugural Mass Float Fundraiser to support our initiative teaching kayaking to young girls. The event, led by Junior Club members, will start at Bungee Uganda and end at Nile River Explorers Campsite, featuring food, music, games, and exciting competitions, making it a fun day for all.
Please help support the club
Donations contribute directly to covering training and transportation expenses. Our long-term goal is to acquire equipment for the club and its members to enhance their experience and development.
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+256 772 880 322 (WhatsApp)
+256 706 880 322
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