Royal Canoe Club
Royal Canoe Club
The Royal Canoe Club (RCC), founded in 1866, is the oldest canoe club in the world and holds royal patronage. It is based at Trowlock Island on the River Thames in Teddington, near London.
The club focuses on flatwater, sprint, and marathon disciplines, and its members have represented Great Britain at World Championships and the Olympic Games.
The club offers coaching, changing facilities, a clubhouse, gym, and equipment storage, and welcomes paddlers of all levels including juniors and beginners.
It hosts the Paddling Challenge, recognised as the world's oldest canoe race, run annually over 5 km and 10 km courses. The site is also shared with Walbrook Rowing Club, The Skiff Club, and Kingston Royals Dragon Boat Racing Club.
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