Have a go

Whether you're looking to build your confidence or start completely from scratch, our Instructor-led Taster Sessions and Paddle Club are a great opportunity to get personalised guidance in a fun and informal setting. 

Instructor-led taster sessions

Have a go at windsurfing, sailing or stand-up paddleboarding on one of our instructor-led taster sessions. Get to grips with the basics, and get top tips and guidance out on the water from our experienced instructors.

Open to both adults and juniors, our taster sessions are great absolute beginners, or you're in need of a confidence boost out on the water.


Each taster session is £25.

To book, call the Watersports Centre on 01780 460154.

Stand-up paddleboard taster sessions

 
Morning sessions
Afternoon sessions
March
9th, 16th, 24th
24th, 29th, 31st
April
6th, 28th, 29th
10th, 21st
May
4th, 6th, 11th, 19th, 25th, 27th
 
June
1st, 16th, 25th, 27th
9th
July
1st, 6th, 7th, 10th, 13th, 21st, 28th
5th, 10th, 14th, 27th, 29th
August
2nd, 10th, 16th, 24th, 26th, 30th, 31st
4th, 12th, 19th
September
6th, 15th, 21st, 29th
8th, 13th, 22nd, 29th
October
5th, 26th
13th, 25th, 27th
November
9th, 17th
22nd, 24th
December
15th
22nd

Windsurf taster sessions

 
Morning sessions
Afternoon sessions
March
10th, 23rd, 31st
 
April
21st
6th, 28th
May
5th, 12th, 25th
17th, 31st
June
8th, 22nd, 29th
14th
July
20th
1st, 14th
August
3rd, 23rd
3rd, 9th, 24th, 30th
September
14th
 

Sailing taster sessions

 
Morning sessions
Afternoon sessions
March
10th, 23rd
April
10th, 14th,28th
May
31st
5th, 10th, 19th, 25th
June
14th, 28th
23rd
July
5th, 27th
12th, 28th
August
9th, 17th, 24th, 30th
18th
September
22nd
6th, 21st, 27th

Paddle Club

Get out on the open water and experience the beauty and tranquillity that Rutland Water has to offer - whatever your level!

Choose from kayaks, paddleboards or canoes and be guided around the water by our British Canoeing qualified instructors. 

Beginner session - All paddlers must complete at least one beginner session before going on our Paddle Journey sessions. Our beginner sessions are perfect for building your confidence and practising your paddle skills. 

Paddle journey - Explore the water a bit further as we venture out into the main body of the reservoir and put your skills to the test.

Paddle Club sessions

Month
Date
April
7th, 21st
May
5th, 18th
June
2nd, 16th
July
7th, 16th
August
4th, 18th
September
1st, 14th
October
6th, 20th
November
3rd, 16th
December
1st, 23rd
Fishing, walking, cycling, water sports

Our water parks not only bring vital water resources for the region, but they also provide a fantastic day out for all the family.

Whether you're looking for an action-packed day on the water, a spot of fishing to escape the stresses and strains of everyday life, or simply want to enjoy a relaxing walk in beautiful surroundings, look no further than our fabulous water parks.