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 sessionFull 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 choiceExtra cost per certificateTime to achieve certificate
Paddle UK Start AwardKayak, Canoe, PaddleboardFree2-hour session
Paddle UK Discover AwardKayak, Canoe, Paddleboard£10Full Day or Multiple sessions
Paddle Safer AwardKayak, Canoe, PaddleboardFree with Discover AwardRun 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.

Danson Park Adventures

Get in touch and book your adventure today

Tel: 020 8303 2828
Email: watersports@bexley.gov.uk