Outdoor Sports
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Outdoor Sports we offer include
Beach Days - an Intertidal ThingOur multi activity beach days involve caving, coasteering, climbing, rock hopping and body boarding. Our Beach Multi-Activity instructors are members of the British Activity Holiday Association, the Institute of Outdoor Learning, the National Navigation Award Scheme, hold Welcome Host Gold Award, have the Adventure Activities Licensing Authority (AALA) license, are working towards the Green Dragon Environment Award and are members of many tourism associations. CoasteeringIt's easy to get hooked on coasteering, the adrenaline-fuelled adventure sport that was invented in Pembrokeshire in the 1980's and 90's and has since spread worldwide. You climb sea cliffs, traverse rocks, explore sea caves and, best of all, jump into the water. You get kitted out with a wet suit, buoyancy aid and crash helmet and away you go for a bit of "extreme rock-pooling"
Climbing and MountaineeringMultipitch climbing and rock climbing.
Fishing
Discover the Thrill of Flying Small PlanesDiscover the thrill of flying with lessons at Fairwood Common and enjoy s stunning visual experience as well as the excitement of learning to handle a plane for the first time. We have two brand new Koliber four seater aircrafts (max. 3 passengers, 30 stone) and two Cessna 152 2 seater aircrafts, the perfect small light aeroplane for beginners, where all the controls are within easy reach. Students can book a trial lesson which begins with a briefing from your flying instructor in the operation of the aircraft and you will learn all about the controls and instruments. Then you can choose the area in which you wish to fly. You'll learn to fly level, climb and maybe assist with take-off and landing. A trial lesson makes the ideal present and gift vouchers are available. The trial lesson is really the first part of the Private Pilots licence and you may wish to purchase a logbook to record your first flight, since it will count towards your licence, if you choose to continue. But we warned, it can be addictive, so be prepared to come back again and again. Bring a camera. You will have the chance to take some amazing aerial pictures. We look forward to flying with you. Kite SurfingTake one surfboard and one Kite, hook the two up with the arms and legs of a kite surfer, and you have an instant high - the wildest new water sport to hit these shores. Imagine flying a powerful kite while strapped to a surfboard, rushing along the water, hanging in the sky and performing big-air tricks, and you'll understand why kite surfing is so addictive. It's not difficult to pick up the basics, but you will need to get some tuition first. Kite surfing is the fastest-growing water sport and Gower has several beaches which are ideal for learners and the more experienced.
Gorge and Waterfall Walking in the Vale of NeathNowhere else in Wales is there such a richness and diversity of waterfalls. Come with us and visit Sgwd Gwladys Walk, Horseshoe, Lower and Upper Ddwli Falls, The Hepste and Melt Falls, Melincourt Waterfalls, Resolven, Aberdulais Falls. Tel: The Tourist Info centre 01639 721795 for more info/maps. Mountain BikingAfan Valley Forest Single Track MTB Trails Classified in the world's top 10 mtb riding venues. Situated mid-way between Cardiff and Swansea in South Wales access to this rugged steep sided valley could not be easier. Trails include: The Wall, Penhydd, White Level and The Skyline. We can organise bike hire for you. Sailing - Dinghies and ChartersWales has it all - picturesque harbours, mountain-ringed lakes, sheltered estuaries and open seas. There is a variety of dinghy sailing on offer, from easy-top handle basic boats to demanding modern racers, solo single-handers to double-handed craft and catamarans. Water Sports in South Wales is free-spirited and friendlyOn the Water ........... Inflatable Boats, Dinghies, Yacht Charters and Zap cats
Family Water Sports at Oxwich BayEnjoy lots of Water sports Experiences at Oxwich Bay from luxury sailing cruises to Donut Rides - Suitable for all the family. Fun Group Day, Team Events, Dingy Sailing, Sailing Cruises, Water Skiing, Wake Boarding, Donut Rides, Ocean Kayaks, Fishing and Dingy Sailing Course. Also cockle picking under the right conditions! Fleet of fully-crewed five star boats available for leisure trips, team building, treasure hunts, corporate events and more.
Sailing School Based at Swansea's Prestigious SA1 Waterfront DevelopmentWe have a link with All Points West which is an exciting new sea school teaching all aspects of sailing, power boating and water safety. Charter the Dufour 365 Try bare boat, skippered or a mix of both. Brush up on the basics for a day or two with an instructor prior to departure. Cruise the Bristol Channel, Devon or the amazing Welsh Coastline. Toe in the WaterOne or two days afloat sampling the joys of sailing with a professional instructor/ Start Sailing6 days or 3 weekends. A beginners' course covering dingy level 1 or 2 which will give you the confidence and competence to enjoy your early days afloat. Training - Practical and Shore based From the total novice to the ocean skipper we have courses to fit. Theory Courses:RYA Day Skipper, Coastal Skipper, Yacht master, Navigation, Electronic navigation, Radio VHF, Radar, Sea survival, First Aid, Engine maintenance and Sails and rigging. Coming soon ..... Learn to be a Zap cat pilot!
Sailing School Based at Swansea MarinaWe also have a link with Rainbow Sailing School, a RYA recognised teaching establishment. Their school yachts are: Bavaria 37, Bavaria 42, Beneteau 311, Beneteau 405 and Ballistic 7.2 m. They are fast responsive boats which are fully equipped and licensed by the DOT for offshore cruising. They organise Southern Ireland Cruises, Bristol City Docks Cruises and Channel Cruises - Cardiff, Watchet Ilfracombe and around Lundy.
Surfing
We can arrange for you to have 1:1 sessions with distinguished surfers/surf photographers and even meet one or two surfing legends. We have excellent contacts with all the best activity providers on the Gower. We can book marvellous days for you and your friends or family with fully qualified and trained outdoor pursuit instructors with whom you know you will be in safe hands. Water Tours in an Inflatable BoatJoin us aboard Sea Serpent, a 10.5 metre purpose built, inflatable, yellow boat and visit many places of interest along the coast, encounter a wealth of marine wildlife and hear tales about prehistoric bone caves, smugglers and shipwrecks from our enthusiastic crew with excellent local and marine knowledge.
Round Trips/ToursPort Eynon to Worms Head (2 hours) Round Trip Mumbles to Three Cliffs and Oxwich Bay (1hr 40 mins) Round Trip Swansea Bay to Worms Head (3 hours) Round Trip
WindsurfingPunchy Wales and strong winds for the brave, gentler breezes and placid waters for the beginner ... Wales has top windsurfing conditions for all abilities. The waves and wind rev up along the exposed, west facing shores of Llangennith and Horton. |
Surfers - if you know what you are doing, you can come with us to secret point breaks for epic waves, mellow beach breaks or sucking reefs; and would be surfers - we offer the best surf school instruction in the county.