EDGBASTON WATERSPORTS

Birmingham’s Premier Water Sports Centre

2014

Welcometo the 2014 brochure from Bear Creek Adven-ture Ltd & Edgbaston Watersports.

Whether you wish to join us in our adult courses, improve your own personal skill level, celebrate

a special event, introduce your family, friends or send your children to our holiday scheme or just try

something new, you will find something to suit your needs.

We look forward to seeing you soon!!

Martin, Jacqui, Darryl & Nikki The Directors

Edgbaston WatersportsEdgbaston Watersports, has been associated with outdoor activities on Edgbaston reservoir since the early 1980’s. From these humble beginnings, the centre has now grown into a large and nationally well respected watersports facility. During 2012 the company removed its commercial status and began trading as a not-for-profit business, this means that profits are re-invested into the centre. This shift of company status has allowed us to offer free or highly subsidised sessions to mainly youngsters from within the city who would not have been able to afford to experience adventurous activities.

The number of activities on offer at the centre has grown dramatically over the past few years and we now offer over 15 different activities that include land-based activities as well as water-based ones. We are able to facilitate over 300 people on the site at any one

time and regularly host the watersports elements of international Scout and Guide jamborees.

In terms of future plans, we are keeping these under wraps for now but we can safely say that the next

couple of years will see wider access to watersports for everybody.

If you would like to keep up with developments please visit our website or our facebook page.

www.EdgbastonWatersports.co.ukwww.facebook.com/EdgbastonWatersports

© Bear Creek Adventure Ltd 2014All errors and omissions excepted

Designed by Keith WraightThanks go to all staff who helped with content.

Activities for ChildrenChildren are at the heart of everything we do here at Edgbaston Watersports, providing a positive first experience of water sports and outdoor activities is crucial to their development.In line with health and safety regulations we are registered with the Adventurous Activities Licensing Authority and are inspected annually, this complements additional inspections by national governing bodies.

Canoeing Parties for 6-10 year oldsCelebrate your child’s birthday with a SPLASH! Our parties are a great, fun way for your child to spend the time with their friends enjoying the benefits and excitement that canoeing has to offer. These specially designed 2 hour sessions are for groups aged 6-10 years.

£120 for up to 8 participants including 1 adult

Watersports Parties for 10-17 year olds These sessions provide more adventure and action than the parties for the younger children. You can choose from Canoeing, Kayaking, Stand Up Paddleboarding or Raft Building for your 2 hour party that will guarantee a birthday celebration to remember.

£15 per personMinimum of 8 people taking part including 1 adult

What’s included? 2 hours instruction with a qualified and experienced instructor, outdoor space for food (this is uncovered), invitations to print and send.

Birthday PartiesHoliday Schemes

Junior Academies

School Holiday Play SchemesKeeping your children busy during the school holidays is one of life’s great dilemmas. Let us keep them active and busy between 10am and 4pm with a full

programme of activities or if you wish we can extend the day to between 9 and 5.

February Half Term17th February - 21st February 2014

A mixed programme of indoor and outdoor adventurous activities, due to the time of year

water sports activities will be limited.

Easter Holiday 14th April - 25th April 2014Once again a mixed programme of indoor and outdoor

activities, at this time of year we are very much led by the weather and if the weather’s good we get outdoors and on the water.

Whitsun Half Term Holiday 26th May - 30th May 2014During the May half term holiday we concentrate on providing a varied programme for participants focussing on watersports when we can. On the days when the weather isn’t that great we will still have fun utilising indoor or drier activities.

Summer Holiday 10th July - 29th August 2014 Our extended summer holiday programme provides the chance to learn new skills, de-velop existing skills or just have lots of fun. Whether your youngster wants to learn to sail faster, paddleboard straighter or windsurf, we have the course to meet their needs.

October Half Term Holiday 27th October - 31st October 2014With the weather cooling off again we once again move towards a drier programme where the emphasis is on not getting wet but still having masses of fun.

Our holiday programmes provide excellent value for money at only £17.50 per day* between 10am and 4pm on all weekdays excluding bank holidays. The holiday programmes are available for 8 to 16 year olds. We also offer additional ‘before and after’ supervision from 9am until 5pm for £5 extra per day.*We occasionally offer specialised courses where it is necessary to charge slightly more

For detailed programmes visitwww.EdgbastonWatersports.co.uk

Whether you fancy trying something new, taking your first steps on the way to a new hobby or you want to give somebody a birthday to remember - taster sessions are the way to go. The 2 hour sessions provide a glimpse into what the sport is like and our highly skilled instructors will get you off to the best start. For ages 14 plus.

Taster Sessions

Kayaking15th March, 6th April, 3rd May, 26th July, 16th August, 20th September, 18th October

Only £20!!

Sailing22nd March, 23rd May, 19th July, 27th September, 25th October

Stand Up Paddleboarding5th April, 4th May, 7th June, 5th July, 3rd August, 6th September, 5th October, 1st November

Windsurfing12th April, 12th July

Kayaking15th March, 6th April, 3rd May, 26th July, 16th August, 20th September, 18th October

Half Day Canoe Tours

Your chance to get a water’s eye view of the city centre, this trip which is led by qualified instructors will take you through the quiet back waters into the hustle and bustle of Brindley Place and return. The surrounding buildings are rich in history and the water provides ideal views for the newer buildings.

All equipment will be provided as part of the tour price.

Price: £40 per person - Discounts available for group bookings of 3+ people

Dates: 15th February, 30th March, 12th April, 17th May, 8th June, 27th July, 21st September, 11th October, 6th December

Rowing16th March, 10th May, 20th July, 17th August

Sailing Courses

As a Royal Yachting Association approved training centre we provide a wide range of sailing courses that will take you from your first time sailing through to being a competent sailor on inland waters.

Sailing with SpinnakersDates: 1st & 2nd March

2 days -£150

Level 3Date: 18/19th October On completion of the course the successful sailor will be safety conscious and capable of sailing without an instructor onboard in light to moderate conditions. This course also introduces the next modules.

2 days -£150

Level 1Dates: 29/30th March, 24/25th May, 19/20th July, 25/26th October

This course provides a short introduction to sailing for novices. By the end of the course, participants will have a basic understanding of boat handling and background knowledge.

2 days - £150

SeamanshipDates: 28th & 29th June

2 days -£150

Performance SailingDates: 18th & 19th October

2 days -£150

Start RacingDates: 22nd & 23rd February

2 days -£150

Level 2Dates: 3/4th May, 27/28th September On completion of this course, successful attendees will be safety conscious, have a basic knowledge of sailing and be capable of sailing without an instructor on board in light winds.

2 days -£150

Windsurfing CoursesStart WindsurfingDates: 12/13th April, 12/13 July A gentle introduction, teaching you the basics of windsurfing, so you can turn the board around, sail to where you want to go and get back ashore. With an extended practise time on this course you will start to feel very comfortable afloat.

2 days -£150

Intermediate (Non-Planing) CertificateDates: 8/9th March, 13/14 September The aim of this level is to enhance techniques; use the FastFwd technique to make turns faster, launching slicker, slipping into a harness easier and adapting your stance to cope with more power.

2 days -£150

Refresher CoursesDates: 13th April, 13th July If you are returning to windsurfing or have forgotten something, this is the course for you.

1 day - £80

1:1 Expert Personalised LessonsIdeal for polishing a certain skill or if you can’t attend a weekend

course, our personalised expert tuition will give you a dedicated instructor to cover what you want to. In many

cases learning is faster than in a group scenario and more can be covered.Times and dates to suit you. Available in:

Canoeing, Kayaking, Stand Up Paddleboarding, Sailing, Windsurfing, Powerboating and Rowing

1 hour - £35 2.5 hours - £80 5 hours - £150

Stand Up Paddle Boarding (SUP)SUP has seen a massive increase in participation in the past few years and we are proud to be one of very few inland British Stand Up Paddleboard

Association providers of stand up paddleboarding. Although the skills are

learnt here on flat water they are easily transferable to the sea.

Taster SessionDates: 5th April, 4th May, 7th June, 5th July, 3rd

August, 6th September, 5th October, 1st November A brief 2 hour introduction to stand up paddle

boarding that will get you standing up and paddling around the reservoir.

2 hours - £20

BSUPA ‘Ready to Ride’ Level 1 courseDates: 1st February, 5th April, 7th June, 5th July, 2nd August, 6th September, 4th October, 1st November This course is the ideal starting point for anybody that is looking to start paddle boarding or have already brought their own board and need a nationally recognised qualification to shows they have a basic level of competency.

The Level 1 covers the weather, equipment and the skills needed to paddle a SUP in a safe, fun and enjoyable way.

Half day - £40

SUP into the city toursRunning alongside the city canoe tours we also do the

same trip on SUP for those that have taken part in one of our courses already or have paddled before.

This is your chance to get a water’s eye view of the city centre, we will take you through the

quiet back waters into the hustle and bustle of Brindley Place and return. The surrounding buildings are rich in history and the water provides ideal views of the newer buildings.

3 hours - £40

inlandSUP ClubIf you want to carry on paddle boarding, join inlandSUP to meet with like minded people. The club regularly has trips, races

and social events. For more information visit www.inlandsup.co.uk

Safety BoatDates: 9/10th August This course introduces the techniques used in powerboats escorting racing fleets of dinghies and windsurfers, providing safety and rescue cover for training fleets. The course also discusses the rescue of canoes, kayaks and kite surfers. Pre-requisites are needed.

2 days - £250

Level 2Dates: 1/2nd March, 7/8th June,4/5th OctoberThe level 2 is the starting point for many first time power boaters. This course covers launching and recovery, boat handling, anchoring and man overboard along with the theory to back it all up.

2 days - £250

Power boatingRIBS and sports boats are fun, fast and relatively affordable powerboats that deliver a wide range of appeal. Whether you want to explore the rugged coastline of Britain, have fun locally, or impress your friends with a thrilling experience then you will not be disappointed with the skills you will learn.*Please be aware that these courses alone do not meet the requirements for the ICC.

Taster SessionDates: 16th March, 10th May, 20th July, 17th August A brief 2 hour introduction to rowing that will give you an insight into the sport; your first step in becoming the next Redgrave.

2 hours - £20

RowingRowing is a popular activity with our groups and the taster sessions are regularly full. Here we offer taster and Learn to Row courses and, as with the other sports we offer, we recommend moving onto a club to further your skills and fitness.

Learn to RowThis course is delivered in partnership with Birmingham Rowing Club and B-Row. The first 4 sessions are run by us at Edgbaston Watersports and the next 4 sessions will introduce you to the rowing club. Please see our website for the latest up to date information.

Learn to Canoe & KayakDates: 15/16th March, 16/17th August Come and join us for a challenging and fun course; you will learn basic paddling techniques using a combination of games and instruction both on land and afloat.

2 days - £150

PaddlesportIt doesn’t matter whether you have been canoeing or kayaking before or not we have the course for you that will make sure if you are up the creek and have a paddle you know how to use it!We also run other specialist courses, please check the

website for further information and dates.

Kayak Taster SessionDates: 15th March, 6th April, 3rd May,

26th July, 16th August, 20th September,

18th October A brief 2 hour introduction to kayaking that

will have you paddling around the reservoir in no time.

2 hours - £20

British Canoe Union 2 Star TrainingDates: By arrangement An improvement award that helps paddlers develop fundamental paddlesport skills on flat water. The emphasis is on gaining a breadth of experience, creating the desired movement of the boat and developing an understanding of how the paddle, boat and water interact.

2 days - £150

BCU Aquatic First AidDates: 23rd March, 7th September This 8 hour first aid course is the pre-requisite for many national governing body coaching awards. It covers everything you will commonly encounter

1 day - £60

Hen & Stag PartiesWhether it is a relaxing paddle to recover from the night before or an activity to get you fired up for the night ahead we can provide the activity to suit your needs.

Choose your activityCanoeing, Kayaking, Stand Up Paddleboarding, Raft building or Windsurfing £20 for 2 hour session per person

Or choose our 3hr canoe tour into the city centre with the opportunity to stop off at a canalside cafe*.£40 per person

*Restrictions apply, please ask for more information

Adult Birthday PartiesIf you’re an active family and the thought of sitting around a table in a crowded restaurant doesn’t appeal, then we have the perfect celebration for you!

Choose your activityCanoeing, Kayaking, Stand Up Paddleboarding, Raft building or Windsurfing £20 for 2 hour session per person

Or choose our 3hr canoe tour into the city centre with the opportunity to stop off at a canalside cafe*.£40 per person

*Restrictions apply, please ask for more information

Membership The academies are independent clubs and sessions

fees are subsidised.Sessions cost £5 and membership is an annual

fee of £10. For more information please contact the academies directly.

edgbastonsailing@hotmail.co.ukedgbasbastonwindsurfing@hotmail.co.uk

edgbastonpaddlesports@hotmail.co.uk

Sailing Academy(8-18 years)

Every Thursday evening from 4:30 - 6:30 during British Summer Time

Ideal for youngsters who have sailed before, using highly qualified instructors their skills will be fine tuned

and developed in a fun and friendly environment. There are also opportunities to take part in competitions and races.

AcademiesOur junior academies provide a friendly environment for youngsters to develop their skills and where possible take part in competitions.

Windsurfing Academy(11-18 years)

Every Tuesday evening from 4:30 - 6:30 during British Summer Time

Windsurf on a regular basis with the Edgbaston windsurfing academy. Windsurfing can provide a unique sensation of speed, excitement, freedom and fulfillment; ideal for young adrenaline junkies.

Paddlesport Academy(7-18 years)

Every Tuesday evening from 4:30 - 6:30 during British Summer Time

Incorporating the major elements of paddlesport; canoe, kayak and stand up paddleboarding, the paddlesport club follows British Canoe Union award schemes to provide nationally recognised awards designed for youngsters.

Activities for GroupsEdgbaston Watersports & Bear Creek Adventure provide flexible sessions to a wide range of groups to meet their objectives. We have many years experience of working with schools, colleges, universities and youth groups running fun, safe and educational sessions on both land and water.

We come to youWhether it is for curricular or extra-curricular events we can bring adventure to your site. Subject to a site assessment we can bring the following adventurous activities to you saving on transport costs.

• Mobile Climbing Tower• Archery• Fencing

• Team Challenges• ATB Bike Challenge

All of our on-site activities are available to hire for fetes, fairs and other events.

Mobile Climbing Tower Fencing

Archery Team Challenge ATB Challenge CourseAll of our activities have 3 common elements as their focus; Teamwork, Communication and Learning. These can be supplemented with other elements to meet your subject specific needs i.e. numeracy or literacy.

Please call 0121 454 1997 for our latest group deals

Fun & Learning at Edgbaston ReservoirFrom our base on Edgbaston reservoir we can offer a complete range of activities both on and off the water that will keep your group entertained and enjoying themselves. Whether you would like a simple 2 hour taster session or a full year’s programme we can cater to your needs.

Activities at Edgbaston Watersports

• Sailing• Windsurfing• Canoeing• Kayaking• Stand Up Paddleboarding

• Raft building• Rowing• Team Challenges• Bushcraft• Orienteering

• Fencing• Archery• Mobile Climbing Tower• ATB Cycling• Environmental Studies

For all of our activities we recommend a minimum of a 2 hour session time; this allows students to fully engage in the activity.

Sailing Canoeing SUP

Raft Building Rowing Windsurfing

Please call 0121 454 1997 for our latest group deals

All Terrain Biking For GroupsUsing the framework of the Mountain Bike Instructor Award Scheme we can offer qualifi-cations in all terrain biking and mountain biking. We offer the MIAS GEARS award format to schools and groups we work with, these awards (Level 1 through 3) can be achieved by pupils in mainstream schools in 3 to 4 terms. Many schools choose ongoing sessions that take longer periods to cover the material to broaden participant skill/knowledge base and continue to provide not just weekly learning but a challenging, fun outdoor sport promoting fitness and health benefits each week.

Gears 1Dates by arrangement This first award will look at the basic principles of riding a bike and establishes a common level of skill across the group. Example subjects include gears, braking and low speed corners.

Gears 2Dates by arrangement The subjects covered on the Gears 2 course are similar to the GEARS 1 award but need to be done more efficiently, faster or from a greater height.

Gears 3Dates by arrangement This award is focussed on consolidating the skills learnt in the previous 2 awards. The bunny hops and drops are bigger and corners faster.

Level 1 & 2 Mountain Bike LeaderDates: By Arrangement For adults who want to lead groups on city parks, moorlands & mountainous terrain within 30 minutes of assistance. Technically more demanding, climbs and descents on loose surfaces, small drop offs, log hops, mud and water crossing.Candidates must be in possession of a Mountain Leader award, a BEL Award, WGL or equivalent or accredited APL. If candidates don’t have this evidence of navigation an additional module will need to be taken. A 16hr first aid certificate is also required.

2 days - £199includes MIAS Fees

Call us 0121 454 1997 for group deals

How to bookWhether you are going to book an individual session, a party or make a group booking in the first instance please call us to ensure there is space on your chosen course. We will then guide you through the next stages.

Call us on 0121 454 1997

Where are we?We are located in central Birmingham with excellent transport links nearby.

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How to contact usTel: 0121 454 1997Email: info@EdgbastonWatersports.co.ukWeb: www.EdgbastonWatersports.co.ukBy Mail: Edgbaston Watersports, Icknield Port Road, Birmingham, B16 0AAfacebook: www.facebook.com/EdgbastonWatersportsTwitter: www.twitter.com/EdgbastonWaters

Edgbaston Watersports is a trading name of Bear Creek Adventure Ltd, company number 08312492