School Water Sports Trips
UK & Overseas
Action packed water sports activity holidays are popular among school groups, with hundreds of UK schools heading to the nearest coast, river or lake, each year. Pupils are usually getting their first taste of a range of exciting and challenging water activities, such as canoeing and kayaking, white water rafting, surfing, windsurfing and dinghy sailing. The water sports packages we offer here can be tailor-made to suit both your learning objectives and your school's budget.
As well as experiencing new water sports activities, these types of trips are a perfect way for teachers to allow pupils to celebrate the end of primary school, or as a way to get new groups bonding when starting secondary school. Children will learn a variety of practical new technical skills, while developing their own personal and social skills, and forging friendships.
Promoting well established, professional water sports centres who focus on learning and safety, we are able to feature a diverse range of venues. These school group water sports trips, allow us to offer single session experiences through to week long residential adventures.
Popular coastal water sports include surfing, windsurfing, sailing, and sea kayaking. Instructors hold qualifications from the Royal Yachting Association and the International Surf Association and are trained to give beginners an enthusiastic introduction to a variety of water activities. On inland lakes and rivers, school groups can try open canoes, kayaks, and rafts. Instructors hold British Canoe Union UKCC coaching qualifications, enabling them to safely teach paddlesports to school groups.
UKSA
With over 30 years of experience, UKSA offers young people a fun and safe outdoor environment in which to learn important life skills to excel. Bespoke packages in sailing, watersports, and teambuilding include accommodation, food, kit, and tuition.
The wider benefits of participation in watersports are widely recognised and include inspiration, enjoyment, teamwork, boosting self-confidence and self-reliance, as well as the making and sealing of friendships. The safety, well-being and enjoyment of those visiting UKSA are our number one priority. We are a home-from-home for children and young people each year and pride ourselves on our exemplary safety protocols that sit within a robust and fully compliant framework. ...
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Cumulus Outdoors Curriculum Day Trips
Geography, Physical Geography, Fieldstudies, Geology, History, Medieval, Physical Education, Bushcraft, Watersports, Biology
COVID-19 OFFER
Coasteering is a fabulous sea and cliff based activity, which allows you to explore the Jurassic Coast under the supervision of qualified and experienced instructors. This fun water based activity involves rock scrambling and jumping, swimming and cave exploration.
Kayaking, Stand-Up Paddleboardi
School residentials on the beautiful Isle of Wight
English, Maths, Geology, Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Business, Physical Education, Art, Farm, Wildlife, Bushcraft, Watersports, SEN, Accommodation Only
COVID-19 OFFER
We offer a 100% BESPOKE residential to the Isle of Wight for schools. This can include transport, accommodation, activities, risk assessments and so much more, allowing you to save time and money. Leave the work to us so you can focus on teaching!
Grange Hall Activity Centre
Physical Education, PSHE, Watersports, SEN
Grange Hall uniquely offers water skiing and ringo riding together with surfing and body boarding. Plus a range of canoe activities, bell boats, giant raft and dragon boats. We have been offering water skiing for many years to KS3 and above and it has been a great success. We pair the activity
Outdoor Adventurous Experiences – Residential
Citizenship, Physical Education, PSHE, Bushcraft, Watersports, Accommodation Only
We offer two water based activities on our large lake. Raft building gives students the chance to work as a team to construct a raft then see how well it floats. They'll be able to race the other teams if time allows! Canoeing provides a different challenge with a greater emphasis on learning new te
Activity and Watersports Trips Devon
Physical Education, Watersports
COVID-19 OFFER
Home to breathtaking beaches and stunning countryside, groups can enjoy a wealth of outdoor activities along the Devon coastline including rock climbing, sea kayaking, surfing, archery, coasteering, stand up paddle boarding and gorge walking.
History and Field Studies
History, Geography, Physical Education, PSHE, Wildlife, Bushcraft, Watersports, SEN, Accommodation Only, Romans, Victorian, Fieldstudies
Travel back in time to the Victorian era and Iron Age, discover Malvern's natural spring water, explore the fabulous countryside on a field trip for history, geography and science. PE students can take on the high ropes course or watersports.
WW2 and Activities on Jersey
History, worldwar, Twentieth Century, Watersports
COVID-19 OFFER
So close to home, Jersey is often overlooked as a school trip destination. Ideal for a 3, 4 or 5 day visit the island offers a wide range of learning opportunities and activities that can be enjoyed by students of all ages.
Kingsway Centre
Geography, Fieldstudies, Physical Education, Bushcraft, Watersports, SEN, Accommodation Only
A specialist outdoor education centre with over 30 years experience working with schools from across the North. We cater for a range of groups and pride ourselves on giving an authentic adventurous experience.
Open Door Adventure
Citizenship, Geography, Physical Geography, Physical Education, PSHE, Bushcraft, Watersports, Accommodation Only
Whether it is on-site or 20 minutes away at our Water Sports Centre at Llyn Brenig at Open Door Adventure you learn practical skills that are technical and challenging - both personally and again in terms of social interaction and learning to work together. We offer canoe sailing, raft building, kay
Willersley Castle
Physical Education, Watersports, SEN
Enjoy a range of challenging outdoor pursuits within the 65 acre estate, Willersley Castle - once the home of Industrial Revolution's Richard Arkwright.
Lockerbie Manor
Physical Education, Watersports, SEN
Lockerbie Manor offer outdoor residential school trips during term time, and all inclusive family activity holidays during the summer holidays. Activities take place in the extensive Manor house grounds or at
Peak - Astbury Watersports Centre
Citizenship, English, Maths, Geography, Physical Geography, Environmental Geography, Fieldstudies, Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Design Technology, Food, Performing Arts, Physical Education, Art, PSHE, Wildlife, Bushcraft, Sports Centre, Watersports, SEN
COVID-19 OFFER
We can deliver the following watersports activities for your school group.
• Kayaking • Canoeing • Paddle-boarding, Sailing • Raft building
A katakanu is a vessel that allows 4-6 participants to venture out onto the water without the fear of capsizing. This is similar to 2 canoes rafte
Cumulus Outdoors
Physical Education, Bushcraft, Watersports
COVID-19 OFFER
Coasteering is a fabulous sea and cliff based activity, which allows you to explore the Jurassic Coast under the supervision of qualified and experienced instructors. This fun water based activity involves rock scrambling and jumping, swimming and cave exploration.
Kayaking, Stand-Up Paddleboardi
Day Visits to Walesby Forest
Citizenship, Physical Education, PSHE, Watersports, SEN
With our own lake on site water sports have been our most popular activities since we opened. Do you want to kayak or canoe? How about building a raft and try and cross the lake? Or simply take a plunge on the body boarding course? All under the close supervision of fully qualified staff with pl
UKSA
Physical Education, Watersports, SEN
Our aim is to encourage, support and inspire young people by introducing them to the challenges, enjoyment, and rewards of watersports. Learn to sail, paddleboard, windsurf, kayak and more. Activities are tailored to your group's desires, age and ability.
Tile Barn Outdoor Centre
Physical Education, Watersports, SEN, Accommodation Only
COVID-19 OFFER
Our 14 acre site located in the heart of the New Forest National Park offers cost-effective residential trips with a variety of accommodation options (including camping for up to 300!). A range of adventurous activities are on-site too.
Cumulus Outdoors-Swanage
Geography, Physical Geography, Fieldstudies, Geology, History, Medieval, Physical Education, Wildlife, Bushcraft, Watersports, Accommodation Only
COVID-19 OFFER
Coasteering is a fabulous sea and cliff based activity, which allows you to explore the Jurassic Coast under the supervision of qualified and experienced instructors. This fun water based activity involves rock scrambling and jumping, swimming and cave exploration.
Kayaking, Stand-Up Paddleboardi
Ackers Adventure Day Trips
Maths, Science, Physics, Biology, Physical Education, Bushcraft, Watersports, SEN
With 40 Years of experience, Ackers Adventure is unlike any other centre within our urban environment we have an unrivalled range of activities from skiing, watersports, climbing and much more.
Prehistory and Stone Age Workshops
History, Prehistory, Romans, PSHE, Bushcraft, Watersports, SEN, Accommodation Only
Hands on Stone Age and Prehistory workshops, bringing together ancient bushcraft skills such as fire lighting, shelter building, cooking/foraging and passionate and experienced instructors! These can be held on your school site or at our centre.
Skern Lodge
Citizenship, English, Geography, Human Geography, Physical Geography, Fieldstudies, Geology, History, Egyptians, Vikings, Victorian, Physical Education, PSHE, Bushcraft, Watersports, SEN
Skern Lodge based in North Devon are getting ready to get out on the road and visit you and your school. Skern Lodge can provide your pupils with an experience to remember by bringing a little bit of that residential magic to your school.
Runways End Outdoor Centre
Physical Education, Watersports, SEN, Accommodation Only
COVID-19 OFFER
Located in a woodland oasis in Farnborough, alongside Basingstoke Canal, our site offers an exciting getaway packed with adventurous activities. Indoor and camping options available for residential groups.
Schools & Colleges Residentials
Geology, Science, Biology, Religious Education, Physical Education, PSHE, Watersports, Accommodation Only
COVID-19 OFFER
Residential site in Tintagel, North Cornwall, overlooking the sea. Guaranteed sole use of site. Catered or self-catered options. We partner with local organisations to offer the highest quality of and diverse range of activities for your programme.
Adur Outdoor Activity Centre
Geography, Human Geography, Physical Geography, Environmental Geography, Physical Education, Bushcraft, Watersports, SEN
The Adur Centre is ideal for your school residential trip. We offer amazing activities including climbing, paddle sports, mountain biking and many more. The trip will be tailored to meet your needs and our residential trips are outstanding value!
Educational & Adventure Day Visits
Geology, Science, Biology, Physical Education, Wildlife, Bushcraft, Watersports, SEN
COVID-19 OFFER
Adventure and educational day visits at our fantastic outdoor education centre. Ecology pond, nature trail and high ropes course on site, fully qualified staff with years of experience and access to Kennet and Avon Canal for canoeing.
White Water
PSHE, Sports Centre, Watersports, Careers
The venue offers exciting paddlesport opportunities led by qualified instructors who will engage and excite students. Options include rafting, hydrospeeding, kayaking and paddleboarding.
Walesby Forest
Citizenship, Physical Education, PSHE, Watersports, SEN
With our own lake on site water sports have been our most popular activities since we opened. Do you want to kayak or canoe? How about building a raft and try and cross the lake? Or simply take a plunge on the body boarding course? All under the close supervision of fully qualified staff with pl
Arc Adventures
Citizenship, English, Maths, Geography, Human Geography, Physical Geography, Environmental Geography, Fieldstudies, Geology, Performing Arts, Physical Education, Art, PSHE, Farm, Wildlife, Bushcraft, Watersports, SEN, Accommodation Only
COVID-19 OFFER
Perfect Mountain side activity centre for small & specialist groups. (30 students Max) No fabricated environments. Real Activities in Real Locations. We aim to provide new elements to the residential experience that take Outdoor Ed. to the next level
St. George's House Christian Outdoor Centre
Geography, Fieldstudies, Science, Biology, Religious Education, Physical Education, Watersports
All our watersports can be done by a novice for the first time. As an experienced staff team though we have the ability to stretch those who are more able. Surfing: We teach board surfing and bodyboarding on a 2 mile long, safe, sandy beach. Kayaking and Canoeing: Venue options include a lake, a
FSC Dale Fort
Geography, Human Geography, Physical Geography, Environmental Geography, Fieldstudies, Geology, Science, Biology, Physical Education, Wildlife, Bushcraft, Watersports
FSC Dale Fort is set in a spectacular location high on the cliffs within the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, giving superb views over the sea. It has access to a wide range of sites for biology, geography and adventure activities at all ages.
Encompass Training
Physical Education, Bushcraft, Watersports, SEN, Accommodation Only
In the heart of rural Devon, Encompass Training is based at the historic grade 1 listed Great Potheridge House. We focus on providing a wide range quality outdoor education activities with sole occupancy and experience staffing.
Outposts Residential Camp Somerset
English, Geography, Physical Geography, Fieldstudies, Science, Biology, History, Prehistory, Performing Arts, Physical Education, Art, Farm, Wildlife, Bushcraft, Watersports, SEN
Water sports available include sit on top kayaking, tandem canoeing, raft building, coasteering, stand up paddling, surfing and sea kayaking. These high energy, adventurous activities take students out of their comfort zones helping to build self-confidence and resilience. They are led by experience
Day Trips at Willen Lake
Geography, Environmental Geography, Science, Physics, Physical Education, PSHE, Watersports
COVID-19 OFFER
We offer a range of Watersports: Sailing, Windsurfing, Kayaking, Canoeing, Raft Building, Dragon Boating, Katakanu, Stand up Paddleboarding and Kneeboarding. Most of these activities teach the children about different methods of transport on the water, and how their craft is affected by water and wi
Braeside Residential
Geography, Human Geography, Physical Geography, Environmental Geography, Fieldstudies, Geology, History, Prehistory, Romans, Victorian, Physical Education, Farm, Wildlife, Bushcraft, Watersports
COVID-19 OFFER
Superb residential outdoor learning centre based on the edge of the Marlborough Downs in Wiltshire. Offering physical and educational programmes for young people tailored specifically to them in an idyllic setting.
Oaker Wood Leisure
Physical Education, Watersports, SEN, Accommodation Only
Woodland Outdoor Activity centre with 2 Glamping Villages which can be booked by schools for exclusive use. Sleeps up to 60 in each village. Wooden Glamping Pods sleeping up to 8. Catered or self catered. High Ropes, Low Ropes, Team Building, Rafting
The Mill Adventure Base
Physical Education, Watersports, SEN
We want your pupils to develop, discover and nurture their interests and talents and help them to keep physically and mentally healthy, whilst supporting learners to develop their resilience, confidence and independence in a fun and memorable way.
Peak - Trafford Watersports Centre
Citizenship, English, Maths, Geography, Physical Geography, Environmental Geography, Fieldstudies, Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Design Technology, Food, Performing Arts, Physical Education, Art, PSHE, Wildlife, Bushcraft, Sports Centre, Watersports, SEN
COVID-19 OFFER
We can offer school groups some great watersport activities.
• Kayaking • Canoeing • Paddle-boarding, Sailing • Raft building
A katakanu is a vessel that allows 4-6 participants to venture out onto the water without the fear of capsizing. This is similar to 2 canoes rafted together a
Calshot Activities Centre
Geography, Physical Geography, Fieldstudies, Science, Biology, Physical Education, Watersports, SEN, Accommodation Only
COVID-19 OFFER
Located on the edge of the Solent - we provide an awe-inspiring setting to take part in some fantastic activities; including indoor skiing, climbing, velodrome cycling and water-sports on the sea! We're great for field studies too.
Outdoor Adventurous Experiences – Day Visits
Citizenship, Physical Education, PSHE, Bushcraft, Watersports, Accommodation Only
We offer two water based activities on our large lake. Raft building gives students the chance to work as a team to construct a raft then see how well it floats. They'll be able to race the other teams if time allows! Canoeing provides a different challenge with a greater emphasis on learning new te
FSC Castle Head
Geography, Human Geography, Physical Geography, Environmental Geography, Fieldstudies, Science, Biology, Physical Education, Wildlife, Bushcraft, Watersports
With easy access to both the coastline of Morecambe Bay, the glaciated uplands of the southern Lake District and the lakes of Windermere and Coniston, FSC Castle Head is ideally situated for a wide range of field studies and adventurous activities.
Govilon Activity Centre
Geography, Physical Geography, Environmental Geography, Geology, Physical Education, Bushcraft, Watersports
Real, adventurous activities in natural outdoor settings, with nothing contrived or artificial. Independence, pushing personal boundaries, trust and communication are underpinned by a plethora of activity options in the stunning Brecon Beacons.
Peak - Underbank Activity Centre
Citizenship, English, Maths, Geography, Physical Geography, Environmental Geography, Fieldstudies, Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Design Technology, Food, Performing Arts, Physical Education, Art, PSHE, Wildlife, Bushcraft, Sports Centre, Watersports, SEN
COVID-19 OFFER
• Kayaking • Canoeing • Paddle-boarding, Sailing • Raft building
A katakanu is a vessel that allows 4-6 participants to venture out onto the water without the fear of capsizing. This is similar to 2 canoes rafted together also known as rafted canoeing.
A kayak is a vessel which is co
Conway Centres Anglesey
Geography, Fieldstudies, Science, Biology, Physical Education, Art, Watersports, SEN, Accommodation Only
With direct access to the Menai Strait the venue offers both challenging Outdoor Activities & Creative/Performing Arts opportunities. Set in 169 acres there are an extensive range of on-site activities that last 3hrs so are as productive as possible.
Norfolk Lakes Activity Centre
Physical Education, Watersports, SEN
Schools can enjoy a range of watersports and outdoor pursuits in our new activity centre, 11 miles from Norwich in East Anglia. As well as 37 acres of water, large indoor facilities provide a range of activities such as climbing, abseiling and more.
Team Building & Onsite Activities for schools
Citizenship, Physical Education, PSHE, Wildlife, Bushcraft, Watersports, Careers
COVID-19 OFFER
BeVenturesome offers high quality team building days and activities at your school as well as outdoor education in your local countryside. We operate in London and the home counties. We can do one-off days or strategic programmes over a term or year.
Avon Tyrrell
Physical Education, Watersports, SEN
Avon Tyrrell, UK Youth Outdoor Activity Centre is located in the stunning New Forest National Park and offers an extensive range of site activities, all linked to the National Curriculum as well as various accommodation options for organised groups.
Abernant Lake
Physical Education, Watersports, SEN
Abernant Lake is an outdoor pursuits activity centre on the edge of the Breacon Beacons National Park. Our self contained 55 acre site gives schools the opportunity to experience a range of activities in a safe and caring environment.
Conway Centres Tattenhall
Geography, Fieldstudies, Music, Physical Education, Art, Watersports, SEN
Located in the beautiful village of Tattenhall just 7 miles from Chester the centre offers a peaceful haven and a base for wide range of Outdoor Activities and the Arts. It's proximity to many schools makes it ideal for day courses too.
Pod Residentials The Mill Adventure Base
Physical Education, Bushcraft, Watersports, SEN
Included in the programme will be watersports (weather and season dependent) These will be delivered by fully trained instructors who can work with you to ensure that any aims and objectives are fulfilled. We have an extensive range of activities on offer. Please ask to discuss this at the time
Skern Lodge
Geography, Fieldstudies, Physical Education, Watersports, SEN
With the tidal waters of the Taw and Torridge Estuary on our doorstep, we are ideally located for a great watersports experience. Westward Ho! beach offers a great venue for surfing and surf skiing, whilst the estuary and river provide ideal opportunities for kayaking, canoeing, rafting, raft build
Culmington Manor
Physical Education, Watersports, SEN
Culmington Manor is Manor Adventure's flagship outdoor pursuits centre, based in the heart of the South Shropshire countryside. Experience and enjoy more than 35 adventurous activities on our 100 acre estate. Click to find out why we are so popular
Argoed Lwyd Outdoor Education Centre
Geography, Physical Geography, Fieldstudies, Science, Biology, Physical Education, Watersports, SEN, Accommodation Only
COVID-19 OFFER
Taking full advantage of our location, we deliver a range of real, challenging activities, such as mountain walking, canoeing expeditions and gorge scrambling. These day long activities really promote self-learning. Great for field studies too!
Peak - Chasewater Activity Centre
Citizenship, English, Maths, Geography, Physical Geography, Environmental Geography, Fieldstudies, Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Design Technology, Food, Physical Education, Art, PSHE, Wildlife, Bushcraft, Sports Centre, Watersports, SEN
COVID-19 OFFER
• Kayaking • Canoeing • Paddle-boarding, Sailing • Raft building
A katakanu is a vessel that allows 4-6 participants to venture out onto the water without the fear of capsizing. This is similar to 2 canoes rafted together also known as rafted canoeing.
A kayak is a vessel which is co
Ackers Adventure Residential centre
Maths, Science, Physics, Biology, Physical Education, Bushcraft, Watersports, SEN, Accommodation Only
Ackers Adventure is an Adventurous Activity Centre just 2 miles from the centre of Birmingham. A 75 acre site offering numerous facilities such as climbing walls,ski slope & residential centre, making Ackers a totally unique venue for a school trip.
Newgale Lodge
History, Medieval, Physical Education, Sports Centre, Watersports, Accommodation Only
COVID-19 OFFER
Newgale Lodge offers fully-catered stays and exclusive use to schools of more than 30 and can sleep up to 50 people. We are situated in a secluded rural 2-acre setting, just 2-miles from Newgale beach and the spectacular Pembrokeshire coastline.
Galloway Activity Centre
Physical Education, Wildlife, Watersports, SEN
We’re a friendly family run outdoor activity centre that’s been operating since 1988 and caters to a wide range of children’s groups all year round. From the smallest group sizes to over 100 and from day trips to week long residential holidays.
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