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Schools

We offer fun packed activity days for schools, with 1, 2, 3 or 4 activities. You can choose from Paddleboarding, Kayaking, Raft Building, Canoeing, Bell Boating, Team Building & Orienteering.  We can cater for groups as big as 90 in 1 day, and we can also offer 2 day split programs for larger groups. Sailing taster sessions or regular sailing programs can also be arranged for smaller school groups. 


We have excellent changing facilities and showers on site, and we supply all equipment, wetsuits and buoyancy aids.   

All activities are 8+ (Bell boating only is age 6+) 


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Groups

Our group evening sessions are perfect for youth groups such as Scouts and Guides, or adult private,work or club groups. Examples of activities we can offer are paddleboarding, Kayaking, Giant SUP, Raft building & Bell Boating.  


Our regular evening group time slots are typically 1.5 hours long; session times during the summer are: 

  • 6pm to 7:30pm & 7:45pm to 21:15pm   
    Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, & Fridays

  
We can also run group sessions during the day or on the weekends upon request.  


We have excellent changing facilities and showers on site, and we supply all equipment, wetsuits and buoyancy aids.   

All activities are 8+ (Bell boating only is age 6+) 


To find out more or make an enquiry 
 

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is safety cover provided?

On water safety cover is provided by our qualified team during every watersports session at Stanborough. Our ratio of instructors is 1 instructor to 10 participants, or 1 instructor to 6 participants for sailing.

What should groups & schools bring with them?

Each participant should bring the following items

  • A complete change of clothing, including socks & underwear: swim wear and a t-shirt to wear in the water 
  • Sun hat, sun cream and water bottle on warmer days
  • Layers of lightweight clothing to be worn under a wetsuit on colder days
  • A lightweight waterproof jacket
  • A towel 
  • If you wear glasses you will need a strap to keep them secure
  • A packed lunch for a full day activity

Do you provide wetsuits and equipment?

Wetsuits, buoyancy aids and all equipment is supplied by us; you are welcome to wear your own wetsuit if you prefer. Wetsuits are optional in hot weather.

Is there anywhere to change and leave belongings?

We have changing rooms and hot showers for your comfort & convenience.

A non-secure bag drop area will be available outside so please avoid bringing any valuable items with you.

Do activities still go ahead when it rains?

Yes, all  sessions still go ahead during the rain - you are going to get wet anyway!

Sessions will only be cancelled in cases of dangerous environmental conditions (i.e. lightning storms, serious fog or flooding).

Parking

We operate a camera parking system.

Schools & Groups are entitled to free parking, please ensure you give your vehicle registrations to your instructor at the start of your session.  

If you will be bringing a coach or minibus please email stanborough@gll.org at least 48 hours before your arrival for special parking instructions.

If you are registered with Hozah automatic payments, please contact us at stanborough@gll.org at least 48 hours before your visit so that we can apply your discount.

Please note we are unable to refund Hozah auatomatic payments 

Can teachers/leaders take part in booked watersports sessions?

Teachers/group leaders can take part in booked sessions, provided that the overall participant numbers does not exceed the booked ratio.

All group sessions are booked as groups and multiples of 10; e.g. The price for 8 participants would be the same as the price for 10 participants.

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