Membership - Manu Kai Outrigger Canoe Club Inc

Joining Manu Kai Outrigger Canoe Club Inc. is an opportunity to become part of a welcoming paddling community that values friendship, teamwork and respect. We honour the deep cultural traditions of Pacific Island nations where canoe voyaging, navigation and paddling traditions have been practiced for generations.

We also acknowledge and respect the enduring Indigenous connection to the land and sea and recognise the importance of caring for and respecting these environments.

We welcome paddlers of all experience levels including beginners, recreational paddlers and competitive athletes.

Members participate in training, social paddles, community activities and racing while contributing to a positive and supportive club culture.

Manu Kai embraces competition and excellence while maintaining a strong commitment to respect, inclusion, and community spirit.

Membership Year and Fees

Membership Year: 1 July to 30 June

Membership Fee: $200

AOCRA Membership Fee: $70

How to Join

1. Submit an Expression of Interest

Prospective members are encouraged to contact the Club or attend a training session or come-and-try activity before applying for membership.

An Expression of Interest helps the Club introduce new paddlers to Club culture and safety requirements, understand paddling experience and goals, and ensure new members are a good fit for Club activities and operations.

2. Membership Application

Applicants will be asked to complete a membership application form and provide any information reasonably required by the Committee.

3. Committee Approval

Membership applications are subject to approval by the Committee of Manu Kai Outrigger Canoe Club Inc.

4. AOCRA Membership Requirement

All members of Manu Kai must also hold current financial membership with the Australian Outrigger Canoe Racing Association (AOCRA).

AOCRA membership is separate from Club membership and must be maintained independently.

Current AOCRA membership is required for participation in training, racing and sanctioned events, official Club paddling activities and insurance coverage associated with the sport.

Dual Membership

Manu Kai welcomes paddlers who may also belong to other paddling clubs. Members are not required to nominate Manu Kai as their primary club for participation in training or social paddling.

Members competing in sanctioned events must nominate a competition club in accordance with AOCRA and event rules.

Manu Kai means ‘bird of the sea’.

We believe community, culture and competitive success fly together .

Membership Application Form

First Name

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Last Name

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Date of Birth

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Phone Number

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Email Address

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Address

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City

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Emergency Contact’s Full Name

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Contact’s Relationship to you

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Contact’s Phone Number

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Paddling Experience

Have you paddled before? If yes, please provide details of previous clubs and paddling experience.

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Are you a member of another paddle club?

Manu Kai accepts dual membership. Please list any other paddle clubs you hold membership with.

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Which outrigger canoe club do you intend to represent for competition purposes?

Manu Kai accepts dual membership. Please state if you intend to represent another outrigger canoe club for competition purposes.

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AOCRA Membership

I understand that I must maintain current financial membership with AOCRA to participate in Club activities.

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AOCRA Number (if applicable)

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Renewal Date

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Medical and Safety Information

Please provide details of any medical condition, allergy, injury or other information relevant to your safe participation in paddling activities.

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Applicant Declaration

I agree to the terms and conditions to apply for membership to Manu Kai Outrigger Canoe Club Inc as detailed below.

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I will comply with the Constitution, By-Laws, policies, and lawful directions of the Club.
I acknowledge and respect the cultural traditions of outrigger canoeing.
I respect the Indigenous connection to waterways and the natural environment.
I will support a safe, respectful, and inclusive Club culture.
I understand that participation in paddling activities involves inherent risks.
I understand that Club membership is subject to approval by the Committee.
I understand that AOCRA membership is required for participation in Club on-water activities.
I understand that membership fees are non-refundable unless otherwise determined by the Committee.

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