East London Canal Access Network CIC (ELCAN CIC)

Thank you for booking an Oar &amp; Explore Women's Paddlesport session!• This is a club led by qualified volunteer paddle sport instructors.• All participants are expected to support carrying equipment at the beginning and end of each session. Everyone must help!• We have a variety of craft including kayaks, double kayaks and paddleboards, these will be distributed on a first-come-first-served basis.• This is an adult-only women's session - please do not bring children or any men.• Closed-toe flat shoes must be worn.• Bring a spare set of clothes in case you get wet.• In poor weather, please check your emails in case the session is cancelled. If you do not receive a cancellation email, the session will go ahead.• Please arrive 10 minutes before your session start time.• If you are over 10 minutes late to your session, you may not be given entry as you will have missed the safety briefing.• Personal belongings can be kept in the boat store whilst you are on the water but we encourage you not to bring any valuables.• We do not recommend taking your phone out onto the water, but if you do and wish to take photographs, please keep them for personal use only, and do not share photos with other people in them on social media without their permission.• This session will start and end at the Teviot Pontoon, Oar &amp; Explore Boat Store, 466 Teviot Street, London, E14 6TL: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/jjyeH8RpfQKSVLSX8">https://maps.app.goo.gl/jjyeH8RpfQKSVLSX8</a>Cancelling your booking:Our sessions are very popular and get booked up quickly! If you find you are no longer able to attend your booking, please do cancel your booking through this email.After you have done this, we ask you to:1. Write a message in the 'Oar &amp; Explore' big group chat to say you cancelled your booking, so others know there is a space available to book on. (We do not have a waiting list option anymore as our booking system did not automatically notify people on the waiting list if a space became available. Link to join WhatsApp: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://chat.whatsapp.com/Ld7UWj5uyfsLHZxVaVcYYa?mode=gi_t">https://chat.whatsapp.com/Ld7UWj5uyfsLHZxVaVcYYa?mode=gi_t</a>).2. Email <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="mailto:oar.and.explore@gmail.com">oar.and.explore@gmail.com</a> with your name and cancelled booking date. (Unfortunately, when you cancel your booking, you are not automatically refunded. We have to manually do this. By emailing us, we can ensure your refund is processed).See here for full terms, conditions and safety information: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://bit.ly/OarExploreTC">https://bit.ly/OarExploreTC</a>For more information, go to <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="http://www.oarandexplore.com">www.oarandexplore.com</a> or email <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="mailto:oar.and.explore@gmail.com">oar.and.explore@gmail.com</a> for any queries.Looking forward to seeing you soon,From all the team at Oar &amp; Explore!

Join our women-only paddlesport session and choose between a kayak or paddleboard. Whether you're completely new to paddlesports or looking to build your confidence on the water, our friendly instructors will guide you through the basics in a supportive, relaxed environment. Come along, meet like-minded women, and enjoy a fun time on the water.&nbsp;(If a session is fully booked, please look out for a cancellation message in the Oar &amp; Explore group chat: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://chat.whatsapp.com/Ld7UWj5uyfsLHZxVaVcYYa?mode=gi_t">https://chat.whatsapp.com/Ld7UWj5uyfsLHZxVaVcYYa?mode=gi_t</a>)&nbsp;Oar &amp; ExploreThis session is held by Oar &amp; Explore. We’re a community-led initiative in East London, helping women, especially those from Muslim and global majority backgrounds, feel confident taking up paddling and getting on the water.&nbsp;Every woman should have the chance to try paddle sports, and we're here to help break down any barriers— whether it's cultural, religious, or financial.&nbsp;Since launching in 2022, we have grown from an 18-woman class to nine certified instructors and over 100 participants.&nbsp;Our aim is simple: to make paddling more welcoming, keep it affordable, and encourage more women to grow into community leaders.&nbsp;Please contact <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="mailto:oar.and.explore@gmail.com">oar.and.explore@gmail.com</a> or visit <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="http://oarandexplore.com">oarandexplore.com</a> to make any queries about this session.

O&E Thursday Women's Only Paddle Session (Members Only)

Teviot Pontoon

O&E Saturday Women's Only Paddle Session (Members Only

O&E Sunday Women's Only Paddle Session (Members Only)

Join our women-only paddlesport session and choose between a kayak or paddleboard. Whether you're completely new to paddlesports or looking to build your confidence on the water, our friendly instructors will guide you through the basics in a supportive, relaxed environment. Come along, meet like-minded women, and enjoy a fun time on the water.&nbsp;(If a session is fully booked, please look out for a cancellation message in the Oar &amp; Explore group chat: <a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://chat.whatsapp.com/Ld7UWj5uyfsLHZxVaVcYYa?mode=gi_t">https://chat.whatsapp.com/Ld7UWj5uyfsLHZxVaVcYYa?mode=gi_t</a>)&nbsp;Oar &amp; ExploreThis session is held by Oar &amp; Explore. We’re a community-led initiative in East London, helping women, especially those from Muslim and global majority backgrounds, feel confident taking up paddling and getting on the water.&nbsp;Every woman should have the chance to try paddle sports, and we're here to help break down any barriers— whether it's cultural, religious, or financial.&nbsp;Since launching in 2022, we have grown from an 18-woman class to nine certified instructors and over 100 participants.&nbsp;Our aim is simple: to make paddling more welcoming, keep it affordable, and encourage more women to grow into community leaders.&nbsp;Please contact <a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="mailto:oar.and.explore@gmail.com">oar.and.explore@gmail.com</a> or visit <a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="http://oarandexplore.com">oarandexplore.com</a> to make any queries about this session.

O&E Friday Women's Only Paddle Session (Members Only)

Thank you for registering your interest in a free trial paddle session. A member of the Oar &amp; Explore team will be in touch with you to confirm details in the next few days. Please contact oar.and.explore@gmail.com or visit oarandexplore.com to make any queries about this session.

Interested in joining our women's only boat club but keen to have a taster session first? Please follow the instructions to register for a free trial session! Ignore the date and time, a member from the Oar &amp; Explore team will be in touch to confirm your trial session. Whether you're completely new to paddlesports or looking to build your confidence on the water, our friendly instructors will guide you through the basics in a supportive, relaxed environment. Come along, meet like-minded women, and enjoy a fun time on the water. Oar &amp; ExploreOur paddle sessions are run by Oar &amp; Explore. We’re a community-led initiative in East London, helping women, especially those from Muslim and global majority backgrounds, feel confident taking up paddling and getting on the water. Every woman should have the chance to try paddle sports, and we're here to help break down any barriers— whether it's cultural, religious, or financial. Our aim is simple: to make paddling more welcoming, keep it affordable, and encourage more women to grow into community leaders. Please contact oar.and.explore@gmail.com or visit oarandexplore.com to make any queries about this session.

O&E Women Only Paddlesport (Free Trial – Register Interest)

Thank you for paying your annual Oar &amp; Explore membership fee. You can now book onto paddle sessions through this link: <a href="https://book.plinth.org.uk/org/yXoMMiiZzAnjDUlFmnQ0" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">East London Canal Access Network CIC (ELCAN CIC) - plinth</a> Please contact oar.and.explore@gmail.com or visit oarandexplore.com to make any queries about sessions or your membership.

You need a membership to book onto any paddle sessions run by Oar &amp; Explore. Please follow the instructions to pay your annual membership fee for Oar &amp; Explore. This annual fee is £10 and will run out on 31st March 2027. Oar &amp; ExploreOur paddle sessions are run by Oar &amp; Explore. We’re a community-led initiative in East London, helping women, especially those from Muslim and global majority backgrounds, feel confident taking up paddling and getting on the water. Every woman should have the chance to try paddle sports, and we're here to help break down any barriers— whether it's cultural, religious, or financial. Our aim is simple: to make paddling more welcoming, keep it affordable, and encourage more women to grow into community leaders. Please contact oar.and.explore@gmail.com or visit oarandexplore.com to make any queries about this session.

East London Canal Access Network CIC (ELCAN CIC)

O&E Thursday Women's Only Paddle Session (Members Only)

O&E Saturday Women's Only Paddle Session (Members Only

O&E Sunday Women's Only Paddle Session (Members Only)

O&E Friday Women's Only Paddle Session (Members Only)

O&E Women Only Paddlesport (Free Trial – Register Interest)

O&E Annual Membership Fee 2026-2027