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Easter Holiday Weeks (11-18years old) 2026

13 January 2026 by Hillingdon Outdoor Activities Centre

Kayaking

Monday 30th March – Thursday 2nd April 2026

Tuesday 7th – Friday 10th April 2026 – SOLD OUT Contact us to book admin@hoac.net

Location:

We have teamed up with Rickmansworth Sailing Club to offer an exciting range of water activities operating from their Lake.

See more details below:

Times:

Morning 10am – 1pm (Paddlesports)

Afternoon 2pm – 5pm (Sailing)

Cost:

4 half-day sessions for £125

Course Information:

Join us for an exciting week of sailing and kayaking courses this April! Whether your child is a beginner or looking to refine their skills, these half-day sessions are the perfect opportunity to get outdoors and enjoy water sports.

  • Morning Kayaking Course: Enjoy kayaking on calm waters, this course is suitable for complete beginners and kayakers who already hold awards. The syllabus covers the basic kayaking strokes and gets them comfortable going forwards, backwards and safely capsizing. We will try and progress the kayaker through the PaddleUK Awards.
  • Afternoon Sailing Course: Get hands-on sailing experience in the afternoon, exploring the fundamentals and techniques of sailing in a safe and fun environment. This course is suitable for complete beginners and those who have sailed before.

Although Week 1 appears as sold out, spaces are still available. Please book through the 8–10s page and note your child’s age when booking

Full-Day Option:

Book both the morning and afternoon sessions for a full day of action-packed activities. Supervision is provided during lunchtime, and we ensure a safe, enjoyable experience for all participants. Please ensure your child brings a packed lunch.

Extended Hours:

We are open and ready to welcome participants as early as 9AM and will remain open until 6PM for pick-up at no extra cost. Feel free to drop off your child before the sessions start and pick them up after the day’s activities. Morning only courses to be collected by 1.30pm. Afternoon only can be dropped off from 1.30pm.

If you need to drop off earlier then 9AM we will be able to accommodate a number of children from 8.30AM if booked and paid for in advance. £5 per session.

Instructor Ratio:

Sailing 1:6

Kayaking/Paddlesports 1:8

Looking for courses for 8 – 10 year olds? Click here

  • Kayaking - Monday 30th March – Thursday 2nd April 2026 PM
     30 March 2026 - 2 April 2026
     2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
     Rickmansworth Sailing Club Kayaking Afternoon Courses 11 - 18 years old 2pm - 5pm
  • Sailing - Monday 30th March – Thursday 2nd April 2026 AM
     30 March 2026 - 2 April 2026
     10:00 am - 1:00 pm
     Rickmansworth Sailing Club Sailing Morning Courses for 11 - 18 year olds 10am - 1pm
  • Kayaking - Tuesday 7th - Friday 10th April 2026 AM
     7 April 2026 - 10 April 2026
     10:00 am - 1:00 pm
     Rickmansworth Sailing Club Kayaking Morning Course 08 - 18 years 10am - 1pm
  • Sailing - Tuesday 7th - Friday 10th April 2026 PM
     7 April 2026 - 10 April 2026
     2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
     Rickmansworth Sailing Club Sailing Afternoon Course 2pm - 5pm for 11- 18 years
  • 1 Day Early Morning Drop off
     30 March 2026 - 10 April 2026
     8:30 am - 9:00 am
     Rickmansworth Sailing Club 1 Day early morning drop off for one child. Please add in the notes which day you intend to drop off early.
  • 4 Days Early Morning Drop Off Tuesday 7th - 10th April 2026
     7 April 2026 - 10 April 2026
     8:30 am - 9:00 am
     Rickmansworth Sailing Club 4 days early drop off from 8.30am for one child  
  • 4 Days Early Morning Drop Off Monday 30th March - 2nd April 2026
     7 April 2026 - 10 April 2026
     8:30 am - 9:00 am
     Rickmansworth Sailing Club 4 days early drop off from 8.30am for one child  
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Venue:   Rickmansworth Sailing Club

Venue Website: http://rscsailing.org

Address:
Old Uxbridge Road, West Hyde, Harefield, Hertfordshire, WD3 9YB, United Kingdom

Description:

We will be operating courses from Rickmansworth Sailing Club this season.

Please ensure you approach from the A412 – google maps may take you to the wrong side of the canal.

Access to the site is via a single track gravel road. Please observe the 5mph speed limit and take care or other road users and pedestrians.

Drive past the Marble and Granite works and follow the road to the end

Rickmansworth Sailing Club is based on a 45 acre lake perfect for HOAC operations for our holiday courses

 

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Dews Lane
Harvil Road
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