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Women Go Paddling

Paddling is for everyone. It’s accessible and sociable. Many clubs & providers promote paddling for women because it’s open and welcoming with something for all ages and abilities. The variety and flexibility makes it a great sport for all.


This is a space to celebrate, highlight and support the community of female paddlers. Have a look through the latest news, resources and podcasts created by, or for, women.

Women's Courses & Events

We know that female-specific events make a valuable and positive difference to some women. Check out our events finder to female-only courses and events. The biggest annual female-focused paddling event is the Scottish Women's Paddle Symposium.


If you would like to put on a woman's course as an individual or in your club or centre all you need to do is to complete our online request form.

Latest News

3 paddlers with an adapted boat
09 Jan, 2024
Spaces are available to book for the All Ability session at the 2024 Scottish Women's Paddle Symposium, which will take place 17-19 May 2024 at Glenmore Lodge in Aviemore.
Group of participants of SWPS 2023
06 Nov, 2023
SWPS: 17 - 19 May 2024 at Glenmore Lodge, Aviemore Tickets on sale now
08 Oct, 2023
Meet the 11 inspirational girls who are part of the new 'Fit for Girls' team!
06 Oct, 2023
It is with great enthusiasm that the SCA announce our four #shepaddles ambassadors for the year 2023-2024 during the Scottish Women & Girls in Sport Week!
04 Oct, 2023
This week is Scottish Women & Girls in Sport Week! Today we celebrate our inspirational female SCA Young Ambassadors...
02 Oct, 2023
Scottish Women’s Paddle Symposium (SWPS) 2024 Coaches & Assistant Coaches Wanted May 17th - 19th 2024 - Glenmore Lodge
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Episodes of The Scottish Paddlecast (podcast) about women on the water

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Scottish Women’s Paddling Community


A NEW private Facebook group for female paddlers (and those who want to become paddlers), to share ideas, make new friends, meet up, swap advice and stories and discuss paddling in general. A supportive community to support, encourage and celebrate. 360+ members already!

Women's Paddling Community


This group was created by British Canoeing about 5 years ago, now with 1,700+ members. It serves the same purpose as the Scottish Women’s Paddling Community (but with a broader reach and wider geographical spread).

Women in Paddlesports Coaching, Guiding & Leading


A group for female Paddlesports coaches, guides and leaders to discuss, introduce, inspire, question, suggest…. 300+ members.

Female Equality Group

The group aim to encourage more women to take up paddling and initiate projects that will enable women to progress within the sport.


Learn more about the group, meet the team and find out how to get in touch if you have ideas.

FEMALE EQUALITY GROUP
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