Activities for Young People

Youth Programme

Are you aged 9 to 18 and want to do something different with your life? Something that will make you feel good, increase confidence and help you learn new skills. Experience adventure close to the edge, feel safe and make good friends. A place where you can take part in a multi activity programme, chill out and have a laugh!

Here at Shadwell there are many activities for you to get involved in including: Canoeing, Kayaking, Sailing, Climbing, High Ropes, Cycling & Mountain Biking. Team building & Challenges play a big part in all our activity sessions.

Activities are run at evenings, weekends and during school holidays. Youth sessions give you the chance to gain experience, skills and qualifications.
Activities for Young People

Schools

Adventure, challenge and progressive learning for all pupils. Outdoor activities from taster days to GCSE programmes and after school clubs. Sessions are designed to build pupils self confidence, teamwork and individual skills.
Activities for Young People

Training Scheme

Ever wanted to become an Outdoor Activities Coach?

The Training Scheme is aimed at local 16–21 year olds with an interest in gaining employment through coaching outdoor activities. The Scheme offers the opportunity to gain national governing body awards in kayaking and canoeing and experience in outdoor activities which lead towards coaching qualifications.
Activities for Young People

Groups

Youth Club, Birthday Party or a Fun Day with friends…… Visit the Centre for your day out. We can plan your day with a choice of activities – climbing, kayaking, canoeing, team challenges, bell boat racing and high ropes.
Activities for Young People

Special Programmes

The Centre runs special programmes for young people targeted at healthy living and active participation in sport. These activities take place in school curricula time, after school clubs and during evenings, weekends and school holidays.

The sessions are geared towards:

Staying healthy with outdoor activity sessions Achieving a nationally accredited award in a safe and fun environment Learning to respect one another and work together to achieve goals Gaining self confidence, life skills and experiencing success

What to bring with you

For details on what to bring with you for all activities click here
AALA Certification BCU Certification RYA Certification

Dedicated to providing affordable facilities, equipment and instruction, encouraging people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities to enjoy themselves while developing skills on, in and beside the water.