Tuesday, 6 August 2013

Longridge Outdoor Activity Center

Longridge is set in a unique riverside location near Marlow, Buckinghamshire. You can take part in watersports and land activities throughout the whole year. The center is open 7 days a week and only closes for Christmas. There are 12 acres of water meadows throughout the center along with space for camping and other land activities. 

For Young People
There are several courses for children aged 8-14 that run over a block of days or weekly. This is a great opportunity for children to learn new skills and take up new hobbies. There are different activities such as kayaking, sailing, rowing, climbing and fencing. The courses are run on a regular basis throughout the year so you can choose a time that suits you best. 
There is a youth club that runs on a Wednesday evening for children aged 14-19. This is ideal for regular users who want to develop their skills and experience in some of the activities available. The sessions only cost  £1 per person so it is very affordable. 
You can also book children’s parties at Longridge which consists of an activity such as kayaking, bell boating, climbing and much more along with either a picnic or hot food option. The parties are aimed at children 8 and above and there is a selection of packages to choose from to suit the age range of the party.
There are also Children’s Holiday Activity Days which run every weekday of every school holiday bar Christmas where children can take part in a surprise range of activities and are fully supervised and fed from 8.30am-4 or 5pm.  

Family Activities
Family activity days are run throughout the school holidays and give parents and children the chance to have a go at 3 activities together. This is a great way to spend some time with the children over the summer holidays and keeps the whole family entertained!

Family activity short breaks are run throughout the school holidays. Where your family are able to take part in four activities across two days but also gives you the opportunity to stay in Marlow and explore the local town. This is a good idea for a short holiday, as there is plenty to do with the activities on site and the neighboring town, there is something for everyone to enjoy!

Courses for Adults
There are courses for adults who are after fun and fitness. There are many different courses which include paddle sports, rowing, sailing and more. They also have a selection of fitness classes including circuits and yoga. These are run all the time so best to check with their bookings team. 
You can work towards paddle sports awards which starts off as 1 star and you can then progress to 2 and 3 star. This will give you skills in both kayak and open canoe. 
There are safety and rescue training courses and aquatic first aid courses that you can take part in at Longridge. This is ideal if you are looking to teach in watersports as you will have the necessary knowledge and training to keep people safe under your supervision.  
There are also coaching courses which start at level one and progress to level 2. 

Activities on the River
All of the activities will last 75 minutes and will be led by a fully qualified instructor. There are several activities such as rowing, bell boating, canoeing, dragon boating and rafting. These activities are great for groups of friends or families! 

Schools
Longridge can accommodate large numbers of visitors so are perfect for school day or residential trips. There are plenty of facilities both indoor and outdoor along with catering facilities. 

Equipment
Most activities will require the use of equipment such as a life jacket, helmet or safety harness, all of which is supplied by Longridge. We suggest you come dressed in old clothes that can get wet and dirty and bring some spare clothes to change into as we don't supply customers with a wetsuit  as we feel old comfortable clothing is more suitable. 

Prices
All prices can be found on the Longridge website along with more details about each activity and facility. There is something for everyone and packages can be tailored to suit your needs. 


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