Kayak Club

Club Event of the Year
Winner 2024/2025 (Kayak Intervarsities 2025)

Paddy McHugh (Club Fresher of the Year)
Winner 2024/2025 (Holly Ogilvie)

Club Social Media Excellence
Winner 2024/2025

ULKC - University of Limerick Kayak Club

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Awards Roll of Honour
2024/2025 Club Event of the Year
2024/2025 Paddy McHugh (Club Fresher of the Year)
2024/2025 Club Social Media Excellence
2023/2024 Club Social Media Excellence
2022/2023 Paddy McHugh (Club Fresher of the Year)
2021/2022 Paddy McHugh (Club Fresher of the Year)
2019/2020 Club Individual of the Year
2019/2020 Paddy McHugh (Club Fresher of the Year)
2019/2020 Jason Hackett (Outstanding Club Individual)
2018/2019 Club Event of the Year
2018/2019 Paddy McHugh (Fresher of the Year)
2017/2018 Paddy McHugh (Fresher of the Year)
2016/2017 Paddy McHugh (Fresher of the Year)
2013/2014 Club of the Year
2013/2014 Club Event of the Year
2012/2013 Club of the Year
2012/2013 Club Event of the Year
2011/2012 Club Event of the Year
2010/2011 Jason Hackett (Outstanding Club Individual)
2008/2009 Club Individual of the Year
2008/2009 Jason Hackett (Outstanding Club Individual)
2007/2008 Club of the Year
2007/2008 Club Event of the Year
2005/2006 Club Individual of the Year
2005/2006 Jason Hackett (Outstanding Club Individual)
2004/2005 Club Individual of the Year
2004/2005 Club Event of the Year
2003/2004 Jason Hackett (Outstanding Club Individual)
2002/2003 Club of the Year
2001/2002 Jason Hackett (Outstanding Club Individual)
Upcoming Event 1
Only logged in / active Kayak Club members can book / attend this event
Red Bull and paint
Starts:
Tue 30th Sep at 18:00
Ends:
at 20:00
Cost:
€ 6.00
 Max:
60
IN-PERSON
Event
Location: Scholar's Club

Redbull and Paint!

We will be hosting Redbull and Paint again this year! For anyone who missed this super fun event last year, it’s a fun social event where members both new and old can get to know each other while creating kayak themed artistic masterpieces!

Thursday the 30th of September @ 6pm, we are hosting a Red Bull and Paint Night in @thescholarsclub !

During the night, we are going to be directed in a fun painting challenge, with plenty of Red Bull on hand for everyone!

The Night will cost €6 per person and this event is open to absolutely everyone, so bring your friends, family, and more!

Red Bull and paint

Starts Tue 30th Sep at 18:00
Ends at 20:00
Cost € 6.00
Max 60 attendees
Type IN-PERSON Event

Location: Scholar's Club

Redbull and Paint!

We will be hosting Redbull and Paint again this year! For anyone who missed this super fun event last year, it’s a fun social event where members both new and old can get to know each other while creating kayak themed artistic masterpieces!

Thursday the 30th of September @ 6pm, we are hosting a Red Bull and Paint Night in @thescholarsclub !

During the night, we are going to be directed in a fun painting challenge, with plenty of Red Bull on hand for everyone!

The Night will cost €6 per person and this event is open to absolutely everyone, so bring your friends, family, and more!

Weekly Activities 6
Only logged in / active Kayak Club members can book / attend these activities
Beginner Flatwater
Day:
Mondays
Starts:
18:00
Ends:
20:00
 Max:
6
IN-PERSON
Activity
Location: UL Boathouse

Beginner Flatwater Kayaking Session!!

Open to all skill levels, especially complete beginners

Please arrive as ready to get onto the water as possible. Here is a list of what is needed: 

  • Swimwear/thermals (to stay warm)

  • Old shoes to wear in water (rocks aren't soft!!)

  • Towel/dry clothes (for afterwards)

  • No cotton clothes on the water



The club will provide all other gear! If you do have your own kayaking gear/wetsuit feel free to bring it

Meeting at UL Boathouse: https://goo.gl/maps/WuFLkHmh3r7XTCc38 at 6pm.


Any questions feel free to contact us

Tuesday Pool Session
Day:
Tuesdays
Starts:
21:45
Ends:
23:00
 Max:
60
IN-PERSON
Activity
Location: UL Sports Arena Pool


Open to members of all skill levels, no prior experience is necessary!

Please book to secure your spot!

Meeting at UL Sport Arena Reception for 9:45pm

All you need to bring is:

  • Swimwear for the pool
  • Towel
  • Change of clothes


All other kayaking gear is provided. If you have your own kayaking gear (only spray decks/paddle/kayak used in pool) you are more than welcome to bring it along.

All Club, UL Sport and Canoeing Ireland Guidelines must be followed at all times.

ALL NEW MEMBERS MUST PARTAKE IN A SWIM TEST AT THE START OF THEIR FIRST POOL SESSION- See a member of committee at pool to organise this, you cannot get in a boat without it!

Wednesday Pool Session
Day:
Wednesdays
Starts:
21:45
Ends:
23:00
 Max:
35
IN-PERSON
Activity
Location: UL Sports Arena Pool

Open to members of all skill levels, no prior experience is necessary!

Please book to secure your spot!

Meeting at UL Sport Arena Reception for 9:45pm

All you need to bring is:

  • Swimwear for the pool
  • Towel
  • Change of clothes


All other kayaking gear is provided. If you have your own kayaking gear (only spray decks/paddle/kayak used in pool) you are more than welcome to bring it along.

All Club, UL Sport and Canoeing Ireland Guidelines must be followed at all times.

ALL NEW MEMBERS MUST PARTAKE IN A SWIM TEST AT THE START OF THEIR FIRST POOL SESSION- See a member of committee at pool to organise this, you cannot get in a boat without it!

Beginner Flatwater
Day:
Thursdays
Starts:
18:00
Ends:
20:00
 Max:
12
IN-PERSON
Activity
Location: UL Boathouse

Beginner Flatwater Kayaking Session!!

Open to all skill levels, especially complete beginners

Please arrive as ready to get onto the water as possible. Here is a list of what is needed: 

  • Swimwear/thermals (to stay warm)

  • Old shoes to wear in water (rocks aren't soft!!)

  • Towel/dry clothes (for afterwards)

  • No cotton clothes on the water


The club will provide all other gear! If you do have your own kayaking gear/wetsuit feel free to bring it

Meeting at UL Boathouse: https://goo.gl/maps/WuFLkHmh3r7XTCc38 at 6pm.


Any questions feel free to contact us

Thursday Pool Session
Day:
Thursdays
Starts:
21:45
Ends:
23:00
 Max:
35
IN-PERSON
Activity
Location: UL Sports Arena Pool

Open to members of all skill levels, no prior experience is necessary!

Please book to secure your spot!

Meeting at UL Sport Arena Reception for 9:45pm

All you need to bring is:

  • Swimwear for the pool
  • Towel
  • Change of clothes


All other kayaking gear is provided. If you have your own kayaking gear (only spray decks/paddle/kayak used in pool) you are more than welcome to bring it along.

All Club, UL Sport and Canoeing Ireland Guidelines must be followed at all times.

ALL NEW MEMBERS MUST PARTAKE IN A SWIM TEST AT THE START OF THEIR FIRST POOL SESSION- See a member of committee at pool to organise this, you cannot get in a boat without it!

Thursday Mixed Polo Pool Session
Day:
Thursdays
Starts:
21:45
Ends:
23:00
 Max:
12
IN-PERSON
Activity
Location: UL Sports Arena Pool

Polo Pool Sessions are for everyone interested in playing polo. They are open to beginners and those who have been playing polo for years.  Hope to see you there!

Beginner Flatwater

Day Mondays
From 18:00, to 20:00
Cost FREE
Max 6 attendees
Type IN-PERSON Activity

Location: UL Boathouse

Beginner Flatwater Kayaking Session!!

Open to all skill levels, especially complete beginners

Please arrive as ready to get onto the water as possible. Here is a list of what is needed: 

  • Swimwear/thermals (to stay warm)

  • Old shoes to wear in water (rocks aren't soft!!)

  • Towel/dry clothes (for afterwards)

  • No cotton clothes on the water



The club will provide all other gear! If you do have your own kayaking gear/wetsuit feel free to bring it

Meeting at UL Boathouse: https://goo.gl/maps/WuFLkHmh3r7XTCc38 at 6pm.


Any questions feel free to contact us

Tuesday Pool Session

Day Tuesdays
From 21:45, to 23:00
Cost FREE
Max 60 attendees
Type IN-PERSON Activity

Location: UL Sports Arena Pool


Open to members of all skill levels, no prior experience is necessary!

Please book to secure your spot!

Meeting at UL Sport Arena Reception for 9:45pm

All you need to bring is:

  • Swimwear for the pool
  • Towel
  • Change of clothes


All other kayaking gear is provided. If you have your own kayaking gear (only spray decks/paddle/kayak used in pool) you are more than welcome to bring it along.

All Club, UL Sport and Canoeing Ireland Guidelines must be followed at all times.

ALL NEW MEMBERS MUST PARTAKE IN A SWIM TEST AT THE START OF THEIR FIRST POOL SESSION- See a member of committee at pool to organise this, you cannot get in a boat without it!

Wednesday Pool Session

Day Wednesdays
From 21:45, to 23:00
Cost FREE
Max 35 attendees
Type IN-PERSON Activity

Location: UL Sports Arena Pool

Open to members of all skill levels, no prior experience is necessary!

Please book to secure your spot!

Meeting at UL Sport Arena Reception for 9:45pm

All you need to bring is:

  • Swimwear for the pool
  • Towel
  • Change of clothes


All other kayaking gear is provided. If you have your own kayaking gear (only spray decks/paddle/kayak used in pool) you are more than welcome to bring it along.

All Club, UL Sport and Canoeing Ireland Guidelines must be followed at all times.

ALL NEW MEMBERS MUST PARTAKE IN A SWIM TEST AT THE START OF THEIR FIRST POOL SESSION- See a member of committee at pool to organise this, you cannot get in a boat without it!

Beginner Flatwater

Day Thursdays
From 18:00, to 20:00
Cost FREE
Max 12 attendees
Type IN-PERSON Activity

Location: UL Boathouse

Beginner Flatwater Kayaking Session!!

Open to all skill levels, especially complete beginners

Please arrive as ready to get onto the water as possible. Here is a list of what is needed: 

  • Swimwear/thermals (to stay warm)

  • Old shoes to wear in water (rocks aren't soft!!)

  • Towel/dry clothes (for afterwards)

  • No cotton clothes on the water


The club will provide all other gear! If you do have your own kayaking gear/wetsuit feel free to bring it

Meeting at UL Boathouse: https://goo.gl/maps/WuFLkHmh3r7XTCc38 at 6pm.


Any questions feel free to contact us

Thursday Pool Session

Day Thursdays
From 21:45, to 23:00
Cost FREE
Max 35 attendees
Type IN-PERSON Activity

Location: UL Sports Arena Pool

Open to members of all skill levels, no prior experience is necessary!

Please book to secure your spot!

Meeting at UL Sport Arena Reception for 9:45pm

All you need to bring is:

  • Swimwear for the pool
  • Towel
  • Change of clothes


All other kayaking gear is provided. If you have your own kayaking gear (only spray decks/paddle/kayak used in pool) you are more than welcome to bring it along.

All Club, UL Sport and Canoeing Ireland Guidelines must be followed at all times.

ALL NEW MEMBERS MUST PARTAKE IN A SWIM TEST AT THE START OF THEIR FIRST POOL SESSION- See a member of committee at pool to organise this, you cannot get in a boat without it!

Thursday Mixed Polo Pool Session

Day Thursdays
From 21:45, to 23:00
Cost FREE
Max 12 attendees
Type IN-PERSON Activity

Location: UL Sports Arena Pool

Polo Pool Sessions are for everyone interested in playing polo. They are open to beginners and those who have been playing polo for years.  Hope to see you there!

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About Kayak Club

Think kayaking is just floating across a lake? Not at UL Kayak Club! If you ever wondered what it would be like to take a kayak down a river then this club is for you. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced kayaker, everybody is welcome!


Join us kayaking in many disciplines such as whitewater, freestyle, long-distance, canoe polo, surf kayaking, and slalom! We host regular whitewater trips on our local river Castleconnell for people to learn river skills! Basic skills can be learned in our pool sessions every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at 21:45 along with flatwater freestyle and canoe polo for anybody wishing to try something different. Long-distance trips can be organized at any time on our 6k run behind the boathouse. The Curraghgower Wave and Mulcair also regular local runs done by the more advanced members.


Our club runs many assessments and courses throughout the year for anyone wishing to gain proficiency awards or instructor qualifications. We also attend competitions such as Cranafest, Galway Fest, and Intervarsities where we have a brilliant track record and always show up in force!


If that is not enough, we also run many national and international trips. On our national trips, you will get to experience many Irish rivers along with some kayak surfing in Lahinch. Our winter trip usually takes place in Wales or Scotland for a week and is a great way to use your skills learned through semester 1. The Summer trip to the Alps is the calendar highlight for much of our club! For three weeks our members take on rivers in Slovenia, France, and Italy. The best thing about it? Freshers and beginners who have progressed to a certain proficiency level can come along too!

We have many other non kayaking events throughout the year to incorporate new members into the club too such as the UV paint party and Redbull & Paint event.

So, what are you waiting for? Request membership then sign up to our forum for all the latest news and event info. To do this, visit www.ulkayak.com for more information and click on the Login/Register Button. 


See you on the water!


Current Committee 13
Captain Calvin McDonnell
Secretary EVA MC CORMACK
Treasurer Rory Kearney
Safety Officer Eve Mahon
Public Relations Officer PAUL HAMILTON
Assistant Equipment Aaron Tierney
Development Officer Cathal Ward
Disciplines Officer Beibhin Butler
Equipment Officer Kevin OConnor
Fresher Rep HEATHER BARNETT
Polo Officer Holly Ogilvie
Spare Person Isobel
Trips Officer Padhraic Collins

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