Adult Activity Courses

Never tried sailing before? Our taster sessions will help you master the basics and get you afloat. Choose either a Full Taster Day or Half Day. Full day starts at 09.30am through to 4.30pm, with lunch provided. Half days run in the morning only from 9.30am to 12.30pm. Stay for the day and we will include lunch too. Taster sessions are designed for people aged 15 years and older. For children below this age, our OnBoard Club runs beginner sessions on alternate Saturday mornings throughout the season.

A more gentle way to introduce yourself to the sport of Sailing. A larger, more stable boat with a fixed keel which stops the boat from capsizing. Keel boats are a step up in size from dinghies, more like a small manageable yacht. They can bridge the gap between dinghies and yachts, offering many benefits of both, to the adult beginner. A great opportunity for staying warm and dry in the winter months and learning the fundamental kills of sailing without the risk of swimming! Perfect for those less agile or wanting to sail abroad on holiday.

Learning to sail can be the start of something new and exciting. This two day beginner course will take you through the basics. You will learn how to rig the boat and turn round safely. Please let us know when booking if you wish to take the course in a crewed dinghy. Lunch is provided both days Timings: 09.30hours to 17.00 hours each day

An ideal follow up for those who have completed Level 1 or who have some sailing experience. We aim to give you in-depth tuition in sailing the boat effectively round a triangular course and some basic seamanship manoeuvres. By the end of this two day course you should be well on your way to becoming a competent sailor in good conditions. This course can also be run as personal tuition, please contact us for more information. Lunch is provided both days Timings, 9am to 5pm both days

Following the Start Sailing Level 1 syllabus, but in a larger, more stable boat with a fixed keel which stops the boat from capsizing. Keel boats are a step up in size from dinghies, more like a small manageable yacht. They can bridge the gap between dinghies and yachts, offering many benefits of both, to the adult beginner. A great opportunity for staying warm and dry in the winter months and learning the fundamental kills of sailing without the risk of swimming! Perfect for those less agile or wanting to sail abroad on holiday. Maximum of 3 persons on this course Lunch provided on both days

Following the dinghy Level 2 syllabus, but in a larger, more stable boat with a fixed keel which stops the boat from capsizing. Keel boats are a step up in size from dinghies, more like a small manageable yacht. They can bridge the gap between dinghies and yachts, offering many benefits of both, to the adult beginner. A great opportunity for staying warm and dry in the winter months and learning the fundamental kills of sailing without the risk of swimming! Perfect for those less agile or wanting to sail abroad on holiday. Maximum of 3 persons on this course Lunch provided on both days

Never tried windsurfing before? Our instructors will keep the technical jargon to a minimum and help you master the basics in a friendly, informal setting. Taster sessions are designed for people aged 15 years and older. For children below this age, we run beginner sessions at our T15 Club on alternate Saturday mornings throughout the season. These are half day sessions PM Only

You will learn about personal preparation, balancing the board and turning through the wind, with plenty of practical time on the water. Back up sessions on safety, equipment and sailing theory will ensure you get the most from your two day course. Lunch is provided both days. This course can also be run as personal tuition, please contact us for more information. Timings, 9am to 5pm both days

To progress from RYA Start Windsurfing Course, this more advanced qualification will help you fine tune basic skills and make your windsurfing faster and more fluid. New techniques such as the beachstart and harness work will also be taught.

This two day course will provide you with all your essential boat handling skills. You will cover launching and recovery, boat handling, boat maintenance and emergency procedures following the RYA syllabus. Suitable for people aged 16 and above. You can also complete your RYA ICC CEVNI qualification as part of this course for an extra fee of £33, this is recognized qualification for inland waterways. There is also a charge to join the RYA is you wish to choose this route, please contact the RYA for cost details. www.rya.org.uk Lunch is provided both days

If you plan to use your powerboating skills at local sailing clubs or are following the path as an Outdoor Instructor, then the RYA Safety Boat course is well worth doing. This two day course will teach you all aspects of safety control, including learning to recover all types of craft, from sailing dinghies to canoes.

Never tried canoeing or kayaking before? Our taster sessions will help you master the basics and get you out on the water. The Start Award is exactly what it says on the tin, it’s a place to start your paddling journey. If you’re brand new to the sport and really want to learn the basics to get started, then this is the award for you. You’ll cover everything from getting in and out of the boat, what you need to wear and paddling forward. We will be running half day paddle tasters in kayaks, canoes and SUPs, where you will get recognition in the form of an E certificate after completion. Half days run in the morning 9.30am to 12.30pm and the afternoon 1.30pm - 4.30pm. Taster sessions are designed for people aged 15 years and older. For children below this age, we run our Paddlesports Club on Tuesday evenings throughout the season.

Paddle Discover- The Discover Award allows you to develop your decision making and practical skills for a fun and safe time on the water, as you become a more skilled and independent paddler. Through this award you will learn how to choose and effectively use equipment, whilst developing an understanding of the factors which affect your paddling. You don’t need any previous experience to take your Discover Award, just the desire for fun and learning! We will be running full day paddle discover awards in kayaks, canoes and SUPs, where you will get recognition in the form of an E certificate after completion

Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP) is a new sport which is growing from strength to strength and is becomming extremely popular which is why we've given you more opportunities to try this sport at Grafham Water Centre this year!. It is great fun and is good for improving your fitness and agility. Sessions run in the morning and are suitable for adults over the age of 18.

This beginners climbing course is for those who are keen to learn the basics of indoor climbing and develop the necessary competence to enable them to join Grafham Climbing Club. The course includes 8 hours of instruction over 4 consecutive weeks and will cover all the fundamental skills required to climb in an indoor environment.