Adventure Dolphin Pangbourne

Welcome to Adventure Dolphin Pangbourne. We provide a wide range of outdoor adventure activities across West Berkshire, primarily for 13 - 19 year olds. We run numerous youth clubs and hold a national reputation as a Centre of Excellence, operating to the highest safety standards. We are licensed by the Adventure Activity Licensing Association (AALA) for the following activities:

• Canoeing
• Climbing
• Hiking
• Kayaking
• Mountain Biking
• Orienteering

Adventure Dolphin Pangbourne offers a wide range of specialist courses for novices and advanced level enthusiasts. What´s more, we are fully approved by the British Canoe Union (BCU) and we have been awarded the prestigious Sports Council CLUBMARK status.

You will find us beside the River Thames at Pangbourne.

Contact us to find out more. We cater for people of all ages and abilities. We look forward to welcoming you at Adventure Dolphin Pangbourne soon.

Welcome to Adventure Dolphin Pangbourne Canoeing. We offer:

• Organised Tours: We run a number of open Canadian canoe tours, which range from day trips to week-long expeditions. You have the choice to paddle the River Thames, the River Barrow in Ireland, the River Wye and Usk in South Wales, the River Dart and Barle in Devon and the Ardeche in the South of France. The trips can also be undertaken as part of your Duke of Edinburgh award.
• BCU Tours: To take part in our BCU expeditions, you must carry a BCU membership card and clearly display your membership details on your canoe boat.

Here are some basic canoeing safety points to remember:

• You must be able to swim at least 50m in light clothing
• Make sure you inform your instructor of any medical conditions
• A personal buoyancy aid must be worn at all times
• Practice the safe methods of lifting and carrying your canoe as instructed by your guide
• Wear suitable clothing to prevent hypothermia, sun stroke or eye damage
• Stay with your boat if you capsize

Contact Adventure Dolphin Pangbourne Canoeing to find out more. We will be happy to deal with your enquiries.

Welcome to Adventure Dolphin Pangbourne Kayaking. We organise kayaking events on moving water throughout the year and our centre specialises in working with young people of all abilities.

We provide a programme of events to get you started and enjoying the thrills and spills of white water kayaking. We also help to develop your paddling skills and you can gain BCU qualifications while having fun with your friends.

A new paddler is welcome to come along to one of our summer courses, which lead you on to the white water river trips when you are ready.

Where do we go?

We make frequent trips to Devon and Wales. Our favourite trip is on the River Dart, which winds its way down from the wild moor, through the beautiful countryside and on to the sea. There are raging water upper sections to peaceful lower stretches. Other paddling venues include the very popular purpose built white water courses in Northampton, Nottingham and Stockton, which are ideal for practising your moving water paddle skills. Each trip is led by a qualified BCU coach, safety and enjoyment are ensured at all times!

Practice and perfect the various moving water skills with our help in order to maximise your enjoyment of this exciting paddlesport. We will show you how to surf the waves and set-up various safety and rescue scenarios to complete.

The best way to learn is on the water! Contact Adventure Dolphin Pangbourne Kayaking to find out more.

Welcome to Adventure Dolphin Pangbourne Hiking. We offer plenty of great outdoor walking experiences and backpacking expeditions through some of the most beautiful hill and mountain ranges in the UK.

There are various trips organised throughout the year to North Wales, the Lake District and Scotland. You will experience spectacular views, clean air and the freedom of being outdoors.

We provide training to help prepare you for the challenges ahead, including:

• Navigation and map reading skills
• Equipment advice
• Personal fitness
• Essential safety and first aid route planning
• Weather, camping and the environment

We cater for a wide range of abilities and the activities and trips are tailored to suit the group involved.

Day trips are feasible to some places, such as the Brecon Beacons National Park in South Wales, but many trips involve staying away. Most people choose to stay in mountain huts, youth hostels or wild camp in the hills.

Contact Adventure Dolphin Pangbourne Hiking to find out more.

Welcome to Adventure Dolphin Pangbourne Climbing.

Our climbing activities provide plenty of opportunities for you to learn how to climb as well as how to become a climbing wall instructor yourself. We run courses throughout the year, together with outdoor climbing expeditions away from the centre, allowing you to practice your techniques on an actual rock face. You will be under the guidance and care of a qualified instructor at all times.

Our courses start with Beginner Evenings on an indoor wall, where you will learn the essential climbing and rope techniques. We make use of the Queen Anne's Climbing Wall in Caversham and all equipment is provided for.

Contact Adventure Dolphin Pangbourne Climbing to find out more. We look forward to welcoming you on a climbing adventure experience soon.

Welcome to Adventure Dolphin Pangbourne Mountain Biking. We offer an exciting range of cycling activities, from local bike rides to weekends away.

Away from the traffic of busy roads enables you to cover great distances. If you are interested in developing your biking skills, improving your fitness or simply enjoy mountain biking... we have something for everyone!

Mountain biking is great because there are no limits!

If you haven´t ridden a bike for a while we can start things slowly, as your muscles will need time to adjust.

Adventure Dolphin Pangbourne Mountain Biking offers activities with qualified mountain bike leaders and they work hard to develop your skills and biking knowledge.

We also offer cross-country racing over a set course and against other riders. You will generally race over a set number of laps, which are determined by the ability of the group involved.

If you have a thirst for speed, nerves of steel and quick reactions, you will enjoy our downhill mountain biking events.

Training and assessment for the National Mountain Bike Leader Award are also available. Contact Adventure Dolphin Pangbourne Mountain Biking to find out more.

At Adventure Dolphin, there are a wide range of activities to choose from. One of these activities is Archery. Archery is a great sport to learn, as it is easy to pick up, but takes time to master. With classes tailored to your needs and skill level, Adventure Dolphin Pangbourne can help you pick up this great sport with expert tuition. With one to one classes available, as well as evening and weekend group classes, you are sure to find a time in order to improve your skills.

Adventure Dolphin Pangbourne provide a wide range of outdoor adventure activities across Berkshire, primarily for 13 - 19 year olds. We run numerous youth clubs and hold a national reputation as a Centre of Excellence, operating to the highest safety standards.

Contact Adventure Dolphin Pangbourne Canoeing to find out more. We will be happy to deal with your enquiries.