Kayaking

Kayaking is one of the most exciting and versatile watersports available today. Our variety of courses will teach you everything you need to know, whether you are a total beginner or an experienced kayaker.

Taster Courses

A 3 hour ‘have-a-go’ session will provide you with an insight into the exciting and dynamic world of kayaking in an ideal, safe learning environment. We also offer a range of adult and junior two-day courses from the beginning of the learning process to developing the skills necessary to undertake more challenging environments:

Learn to Kayak
All the basics to get you paddling safely. (1 STAR)

Improve and Advance
Improve on basics and learn more exciting skills. (2 STAR) Part time courses (15 hours) are also available throughout the week for any of the above.

Intermediate Level

A Four-day course (over two weekends) will take you beyond beginner (3 STAR) standard. Aimed at those who want to develop their skills further and start to consider paddling in more challenging situations

Wirral Sailing Centre

West Kirby Marine Lake, South Parade, West Kirby, Wirral, CH48 0QG

Tel: 0151 625-3292 / 2510

Dinghy Sailing

There is nothing like being in control of your own boat. From relaxing and escaping those daily stresses to high adrenaline racing, this sport has something to offer everyone.

Taster Courses

For those who are not too sure about taking up sailing and would like to give it a go before taking the plunge, try this 3 hour ‘have-a-go’ session. We also offer a range of adult and junior two-day courses for all levels of ability from the complete novice to the more serious sailor.

Start Sailing
Getting afloat - an introduction to the sport. Available in Single and Double Handers (with instructor on board).

Basic Skills
The foundations - becoming a competent sailor in light winds. Available in Single and Double Handers.

Intermediate Courses

Designed for those who have mastered the basics and are now ready to take up the challenge. Choose from the following courses:

• Seamanship Skills - how to handle the boat in all circumstances and solve problems when afloat. (Double Handers)
• Day Sailing - go cruising on the Dee Estuary and master passage planning and decision making for small boat cruising. (Double Handers)
• Sailing with Spinnakers - everything you need to know for sailing modern 3-sail boats. (Double Handers)
• Start Racing - the start line for all you need to know to get round the course. (Single Handers)
• Performance Skills - improve your boat handling and confidence in performance boats. (Double Handers)

Five-Day Courses for adults and juniors are also available for any of the above programmes. Book now and you will pay for just four days and get the 5th FREE!

A Sailing Club especially for juniors aged 8-15, is operated during term time from April to October on Friday evenings from 5pm - 8pm. Please contact the Sailing Centre for more details.

Minimum standard of Sailing is required for joining.

Wirral Sailing Centre

West Kirby Marine Lake, South Parade, West Kirby, Wirral, CH48 0QG

Tel: 0151 625-3292 / 2510

Windsurfing

Windsurfing has something for everyone, whether it is light wind cruising, high-speed blasting or huge soaring jumps. It’s great exercise, a huge amount of fun and you’ll be up and going in a matter of minutes.

Taster Courses

This 3 hour ‘have-a-go’ session will give you the opportunity to see what Windsurfing is all about and in a safe, fun environment. We also offer a range of two-day courses for both adults and juniors. From beginner classes to lessons for those who want to take windsurfing beyond the basics:

Start Windsurfing
Specifically created for those who are new to the sport of windsurfing.

Intermediate Courses

Designed for those who have completed a beginners course, and want to further their skills and knowledge. Options include:

• Non-Planing - the next step in windsurfing
• Planing - blasting in the straps and harness
• Non-planing Carve Gybes - the way to go
• Beach Starts - leave the shore in style

Five-Day Courses for adults and juniors are also available for any of the above programmes. Book now and you will pay for just four days and get the 5th FREE!

A Windsurfing Club especially for juniors aged 8-15, is operated during term time from April to October on Friday evenings from 5pm - 8pm. Please contact the Sailing Centre for more details.

Minimum standard of ‘Start Windsurfing’ is required for joining.

Wirral Sailing Centre

West Kirby Marine Lake, South Parade, West Kirby, Wirral, CH48 0QG

Tel: 0151 625-3292 / 2510