Club History
Aberfan Canoe Club was founded in 1974. We are an active , friendly, family club based in Aberfan, South Wales, UK. The club is actively involved in canoeing at all levels from recreational to international competition. We are affiliated to the Welsh Canoeing Association (WCA) and the British Canoe Union (BCU) and have over 25 experienced, nationally qualified coaches who give their time free of charge. The aim of the club is to promote and develop canoeing in the area.

Pool Sessions
We run a weekly pool session on Fridays all year round for people to learn and develop their skills in a warm safe environment. The sessions are held at Aberfan Pool, Ynysowen Community Centre, Pantglas Road, Aberfan, CF48 4QE (A map is available here).

Pool session times are  :

First Session - 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Second Session - 8:00pm - 9:00pm

Third Session - 9:00pm - 10:00pm

£2.50 per session members - equipment and instruction provided free of charge

All you need to bring is your towel and bathers, the club will provide all the equipment you require. 
Whether you're young or old, have never sat in a boat before or an experienced paddler looking for someone to paddle with, you are welcome to join us. All that we ask is that you are able to swim the length of the pool wearing  a buoyancy aid. 

Training and Qualifications
Club members can train and be assessed for a number of awards / qualifications. These include:
- BCU Pool Blade Awards
- Rainbow Awards
- WCA/BCU Star Awards
- WCA/BCU Coaching Qualifications
The club also organises a variety of other courses such as:
- White Water Safety and Rescue
- First Aid
- Manual Handling
- Child Protection

Regular Trips
Regular trips are run throughout the year for paddlers of all abilities:
- from beginners canal trips to Grade 3+ White Water for advanced paddlers
- from surfing to coastal sea trips
Some of the venues we regularly use are:
- Brecon and Monmouthshire Canal
- National Whitewater Centre, Treweryn
- Rivers Usk and Wye 
- The Gower Peninsula
- Pembrokeshire Coast