Hollingworth Lake Water Activity Centre

Hollingworth Lake Water Activity Centre is a great place to help you get into the adventure sport that appeals to you. Supplying tuition for over 20 years and with many courses in many activities such as;

• Windsurfing
• Mountain Biking
• Climbing
• Canoeing
• Kayaking
• Powerboating
• Rafting
• Sailing

You are sure to find something that you will want to do! With tester sessions, one to one tuition, kids clubs and more you are also able to find the best way for you to learn about your chosen activity. At Hollingworth Lake Water Activity Centre, we will help you learn the ropes of the sport of your choice. Our professional staff will take you from the most basic levels to the highest ones, in a fun and dynamic way that allows you to enjoy the experience autonomously in no time.

Hollingworth Lake Water Activity Centre has a trained and experienced team to instruct you and your family, and are committed to the highest standards of safety. All these activities take place in an amazing location, so whatever you are after, why not contact Hollingworth Lake Water Activity Centre today and see how they can help you?

Canoeing is a great watersport to get you started. Paddling along the water can be very peaceful, and help you to relax and get away from it all. Hollingworth Lake Water Activity Centre is a great place to help you along your way.

Our staff is comprised of fully qualified, experienced and professional instructors who can teach you everything you need to know about canoeing. Their expertise will help you learn quickly and efficiently while also having a great time outdoors, in the company of like-minded individuals.

We provide the following courses:

• BCU1(Adults) Paddlepower Passport Level 2-5 (Kids) – A popular course, this will introduce you to canoeing and the basic skills needed to paddle the craft.
• BSU2 (Adults) Paddlepower Discovery (Kids level 6-7 or 8-9) – This course deepens your experience in canoeing, and you learn safety, group and access awareness, among other things.
• Safety and Rescue course – A great way to learn how to perform rescues if needs, as well as deal with any other issues that might come up.

Kayaking is a really fun water sports activity. Paddling along the water is a very tranquil experience, and is the perfect way to get away from the worries of the day-to-day routine.What makes it even better is the fact that and you can make it as adrenalin fuelled and exciting as you want. Hollingworth Lake Water Activity Centre is a great place to help you along your way.

There are various courses available at our centre, including the following:

• BCU1(Adults) Paddlepower Passport Level 2-5 (Kids) – A popular course, this will introduce you to kayaking and the basic skills needed to paddle the craft.
• BSU2 (Adults) Paddlepower Discovery (Kids level 6-7 or 8-9) – This course deepens your experience in kayaking, and you learn safety, group and access awareness, among other things.
• Safety and Rescue course – A great way to learn how to perform rescues if needs, as well as deal with any other issues that might come up.

Personal tuition, tester sessions and half or full day trips are also offered. For more information, please get in touch with us and we will happy to answer to any enquiry you might have.

Hollingworth Lake Activity Centre offers RYA courses in many different aspects, so if you are a beginner and would like to learn more, or you are looking to improve your skills or get some qualifications, Hollingworth Lake Activity Centre is the place to turn to.

• RYA Level 1 and 2 National Powerboat Course – Teaches basic boat handling with a focus on safety.
• RYA Safety Boat Course – This two-day course covers how to rescue other water users, as well as how to escort races or training fleets.
• Powerboat Improvers – For people who are at level 2 standard already and want to improve their and build upon the skills learned in the previous course
• Introduction to Navigation and Pilotage – A classroom based course that helps you to understand the basics of navigating the coast.
• VHF (GMDSS) Radio Courses – A one day course on how to use a VHF radio.
• Costal Powerboat Trip – A trip that introduces you to powerboating along the coast with a three-hour classroom component.

Why not get in touch with Hollingworth Lake Activity Centre and see which course is best for you? We will be thrilled to answer all of your questions.

Hollingworth Lake Activity Centre, established since 1989, wants to provide a great experience in Rafting.  The team at Hollingworth Lake Activity Centre will ensure that your needs are met, no matter if you are a beginner just getting started, a bit hesitant to get in the water, or an expert who wants some new things to do.

All of Hollingworth Lake Activity Centre's equipment is replaced regularly and kept up to date, to ensure that high standards are met. Hollingworth Lake Activity Centre is more than happy to put together a course that is specially designed for your needs and skill level, to help you get better. In addition, our staff has been teaching rafting to people of all levels for many years, which allows them to provide a top-notch experience. You will learn everything you need to know in an efficient yet enjoyable way.

Other activities at Hollingworth Lake Activity Centre are windsurfing, powerboating, rock climbing, mountain biking and more.If you are interested in rafting or any of the other activities we do, please get in touch with us and we will happy to provide more details.

Hollingworth Lake Activity Centre is located right on Hollingworth Lake, giving it excellent access to do some great water sports! If you are a beginner looking to get started, someone who has some knowledge but wants to get a recognised qualification, or just want to learn some new skills and tricks, Hollingworth Lake Activity Centre can help you achieve your sailing goals.

Hollingworth Lake Activity Centre is the Royal Yachting Association´s (RYA) OnBoard centre for the North West of England, encouraging young people to get involved in the sport. We provide the following courses:

• RYA Start Sailing – Level 1 for adults and youth stages ½ for kids, this course is perfect for beginners to gain an understanding of the sport. (Two days)
• RYA Basic Skills – Level 2 for adults and youth stage 3 for kids, this two-day course improves basic skills and taught advanced sailing techniques.
• Laser Clinics/Sailing Clinics – These half day sessions build on the skills you already have.
• Personal Tuition – One to one tuition to work on skills and confidence.

Windsurfing is a truly exciting sport and more people have been discovering during the past few years. Feeling the wind in your hair as you are out on the water is a great feeling, and with Hollingworth Lake Water Activity Centre, you can experience it for yourself.

We offer a wide variety of courses that cover many levels and are suitable for everyone:

• RYA Start Windsurfing Level 1 (Adults)/RYA Youth Windsurfing Stages 1/2 (Kids) – Learn the basics of windsurfing and get acquainted with the equipment used in the sport.
• RYA Intermediate Level 2 (Adults)/ RYA Youth Windsurfing Stage 3 (Kids) – Fine tune your skills learnt in the last level, and make your windsurfing faster and better.
• RYA Intermediate Level 3 (Adults)/ RYA Youth Windsurfing Stage 4 (Kids) – Fell more confident windsurfing in stronger winds, increasing the depth of the sport.
• Windsurfing Improvers – With a mixed group of skills, learn new tips to improve your windsurfing.

Mountain Biking is a great way to get out into nature and have fun while getting fit. No matter your goals, Hollingworth Lake Activity Centre can help you reach them. Hollingworth Lake Activity Centre offers the following MTB activities:

• Learn to Ride – A great way to improve your cycling techniques and help to improve confidence in beginner riders.
• Intro to Road Cycling – For people who can ride, but want to learn how to be more confident on the road, as well as some safety techniques.
• Intro to Trail Riding – For people who are good riders and want to get started on some off roading.
• Technical Riding – Try some more challenging tracks and learn some new skills.
• Day Trips – If you would like a bit of a challenge, come on one of Hollingworth Lake Activity Centres day trips.
• Map Reading and Route Planning – Ideal for all levels of cyclists, learning how to orientate yourself.
• Maintenance Workshop – Learn the information you need to keep your bike running smoothly.

If you have always wanted to try rock climbing, why not try it out at Hollingworth Lake Activity Centre? Indoor climbing is available through the affiliated Littleborough Sports Centre and outdoor climbing is available through Hollingworth Lake Activity Centre. Why not challenge yourself and transition from indoor climbing to outdoor climbing with the help of the experts at Hollingworth Lake Activity Centre. Whether you enjoy exercising in nature or want to be able to do rock climbing at any time of the year, you will find everything you need at our facilities.

• Intro to Climbing - designed to give you a taste of outdoor rock climbing, and learn about ropework, climbing techniques and more. A great way to improve your fitness.
• Climbing Improvers -Develop your skills even further by working towards becoming self-sufficient in climbing. Ideal for people who have done the intro to climbing, as well as experienced indoor climbers who want to start climbing outdoors. 

Hollingworth Lake Activity Centre are able to work with you so that you can have the challenge you want that is suitable to your needs and wants. Simply get in touch with us and we will answer any questions related to the activity.