Beyond the Land: Discover the Water Adventures at Buddens Activity Centre

MAKING A SPLASH: PADDLESPORTS FOR EVERY ABILITY

High on the list of favourite activities for young people at Buddens Activity Centre are the paddlesports sessions we offer. As well as being great fun, they are a fantastic way for students to build confidence, develop teamwork, and enjoy learning new skills in a safe and supportive environment. Under the guidance of our qualified instructors, pupils can try their hand at kayaking, canoeing, and stand-up paddleboarding (SUP). These sessions are designed to be inclusive, engaging, and adaptable to all abilities, ensuring every student feels a sense of achievement on the water.

TEAM SPIRIT ON THE MEGA SUP

For the ultimate group challenge, the Mega SUP experience tops the list! Picture your class balancing together on a giant paddleboard, working in sync to paddle, steer, and stay upright. It’s the perfect mix of laughter, teamwork, and physical activity - a great way to strengthen class bonds and promote positive collaboration.

GETTING CREATIVE WITH RAFT BUILDING

For pupils who enjoy problem-solving and hands-on challenges, raft building sessions are a huge hit. Working in teams, students design, build, and test their very own floating crafts using barrels, poles, and ropes. As to whether their creation will hold together on the water……there’s only one way to find out! It’s a brilliant exercise in communication, planning, and resilience — with plenty of fun (and splashes) along the way.

THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS

The beauty of Buddens Activity Centre is that we can offer an itinerary that combines both land and water-based activities - all of which are designed to offer so much more than just adventure. They help pupils:

• Build confidence and trust in themselves and others
• Develop communication, coordination, and teamwork skills
• Experience the outdoors in a new and exciting way