offer more than just watersports ' they provide transformative experiences that empower young people. By booking with ASC, you're choosing an RYA-accredited centre committed to accessibility, skill development, and social impact. Their expert instructors create inclusive programs that help participants build confidence, learn essential life skills, and enjoy world-class sailing experiences. Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced sailor, ASC Portsmouth offers high-quality training while supporting a meaningful charitable mission that changes lives through the joy of watersports.
With a wide range of activities such as kayaking, giant paddleboarding and sailing we're able to offer your group unique sessions on the water. We tailor each visit to the groups request, we can adjust sessions to suit your needs or ability of the group. Whether you'd like to develop communication skills and confidence through sailing, teamwork whilst paddleboarding or independence when kayaking, we've got the session for you!
Yes, in addition we run a weekly Aiming High Club, designed specifically for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). All our instructors are trained and experienced in delivering adaptable sessions that cater to the diverse needs of these children. All of our sessions can be adapted to your students needs. With adaptive kit for those with limited mobility participants can still engage in sessions such as sailing or giant paddleboarding.
Our instructors are used to running sessions as we hold a weekly Aiming High Club for young people with SEND.
The centre and facilities were built with wheelchair users in mind meaning all buildings are accessible. On-site changing facilities include disabled and alternative changing rooms, additional changing rooms can be arrange for those needing a quiet, calm environment to change.
While all our facilities are accessible, our ability to offer courses and sessions depends on understanding the specific needs of our visitors. We will work closely with schools or relevant parties to determine suitable activities after a discussion.
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