School group activities
Danson Park Adventures is open all year round for bookings for schools with the option of taking part in a wide variety of activities such as Sailing, Kayaking, Canoeing, Bell Boating, Paddleboarding, MEGA Paddleboard, Bouldering and Orienteering.
Our outdoor and adventurous activities are planned for progressive learning for all ability levels and experiences.
Types of sessions
- Two-hour introduction taster sessions - Multi-activity enrichment days/week
- Accredited courses (RYA/
Paddle UK certified tuition) - GCSE PE Sessions
- Public Services Outdoor Adventurous Activities Sessions
How these activities contribute to key aspects of the Physical Education National Curriculum
- Students are challenged intellectually and physically to tackle complex and demanding activities
- Promotes competence, confidence, communication, teamwork, leadership, building trust, decision making and developing skills to solve problems
- Provides opportunities to continue to take part in adventurous activities outside of school
- GCSE PE kayaking training and assessment (2 days)
Centre staff are NGB and first aid qualified, DBS enhanced checked and experienced in working with all ages and abilities, including disability groups.
- All equipment is provided
- Risk assessment available on request
- LOTC, AALA and Royal Navy inspected and approved
- Accessible facilities
- Being able to swim is not compulsory
- Children must be 8 years and over
Pricing
Below is the pricing for our full-day (5-hour) and 2-hour sessions. These are our standard session offering, however, if you need something outside of this, please let us know and the manager will be in touch. These prices include a discount for school groups.
Pricing structure
| Number of participants | 2-hour session | Full Day (10am to 3pm) |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum charge 8 | £144.50 | £289 |
| 8- 12 | £144.50 + £18 per additional person | £289 + £36 per additional person |
| 13-16 | £288 | £576 |
| 16 and over | £288 + £18 per additional person | £576 + £36 per additional person |
Certificates
| Certificates | Activity choice | Extra cost per certificate | Time to achieve certificate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paddle UK Start Award | Kayak, Canoe, Paddleboard | Free | 2-hour session |
| Paddle UK Discover Award | Kayak, Canoe, Paddleboard | £10 | Full Day or Multiple sessions |
| Paddle Safer Award | Kayak, Canoe, Paddleboard | Free with Discover Award | Run alongside Discover Award |
When emailing to enquire or book, we will need to know the following:
- The date(s) or period you would like to bring your school to us?
- The estimated arrival and departure times?
- Estimated group size?
- If you have already have an idea or preference for the activities you would like them to undertake. If so, please also let us know.
If you have any further questions or would like a call to discuss anything you may have, please let us know.