Martin has been paddling kayaks since he was 17 and is a level 2 coach. Martin is a Orthotic Clinical Specialist and Honorary Associate Professor at Plymouth University. Martin works with GB Para Athletes and is well placed to assist the Paddle-ability paddler.
Jackie is the only member of the club that hates the water and never gets into a canoe! However Jackie has been with the club now for about 25 years so she knows just about everything there is to know about running a Canoe Club.
Terry was a keen canoeist and former club member for many years and returned to the sport when he retired as an accountant in 2017. If you have any questions regarding membership, how to join, fees, family membership etc. then Terry is the person to go to.
Dyson was a founder member of NCC and is a life-long paddler. He is actively involved with the British Canoeing as the club based coach for the GB world-class canoeing coaching programme and as a selector for GB marathon teams. Dyson still finds time to paddle and compete in some competitions.
Working in the High Risk Organisation Nuclear Industry John has an exacting approach to Health and Safety. He keeps us safe and in line with British Canoeing, Club and general health and safety policies. If you any concerns or H&S matters please contact John.
Matt is our webmaster and race IT organiser. He has been paddling since he was 10 years old and continues to train at the club most days of the week. After coming to the University Of East Anglia for a Computer Science degree, he decided to stay in Norwich where he now works full time as a Web Developer.
Adam found kayaking via his sons. Rather than stand on the bank waiting, he took the plunge….more than once. A love of the water and old sporting ankle injuries mean a sport where he can sit down is ideal.
Adam is our sprint rep.
Matthew organises the club for Marathon Races. Matthew is a keen kayaker, racing marathon as well as sprint.
Alan’s role is to represent the interest of the Adult Paddlers on the committee. Alan is one of the longest serving members and has a wealth of experience which he will share. Contact Alan if you have an adult paddling issues for the Committee.
Harriet is our ‘Learn to Kayak’ coordinator. If you want to do some introductory ‘Learn to Kayak’ sessions please contact Harriet.
Ali is our representative at the Wensum Sports Centre where we keep our second gym, but most importantly Ali holds all the lovely Norwich Canoe Club clothing. See Ali if you need a new Race Top, Hat, or Polo Shirt.