Spend an action packed week on the water
Our Summer Camp is a multi-activity watersports camp that is challenging and exciting for kids and teenagers aged 8-16 years.
3rd June to 22nd August
Each camp runs for 5 days Monday to Friday (except where Monday is bank holiday).
Participants are divided by age so they will be in groups with other kids/teenagers of similar ages.
Come with your friends or make new ones!
What our summer camp is about
Multi-activity camp
Teenagers and kids get to try out a combination of different watersports in a safe, fun and non-competitive environment.
Unique combination of activities
Stand up paddle boarding, kayaking, sailing and Monster SUP are our core activities.
Learning without performance pressure
It is all about building water confidence, spending time outdoors and learning lifelong skills.
Why choose us
Central location
Located in the Grand Canal Dock in Dublin 4 our central camp location is easily accessible by car, bike and public transport (great for older kids and teenager making their on way in)
Over 30 years experience
Our camp has been running since the early 90s. We have children joining us for many years and often get the feedback that we’re their favourite summer camp! It never gets boring.
Qualified Instructors
Our qualified instructors ensure that the camp participants are having fun in a safe environment.
Flexible Times
Choose from a half-day camp in the morning or afternoon or book the full day depending on what suits you best.
Summer Camp Activities
Kayaking
Paddle Boarding
Sailing
Lots of fun
Who is the camp for
Children 8-12 years
Children age 8 and upwards love our camp to dip their toes into watersports in a safe and fun environment. No previous experience required, we teach everything from the ground up.
Teenagers 13-16 years
Our camp is perfect for teens who are looking for an exciting and challenging camp that has a relaxed atmosphere.
Age Groups:
Participants are split into age groups and activities are run according to their age and skill level.
Dates & Times
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12 weeks:
3rd June to 22nd August -
Half-day morning:
9:30am to 12:30pm
Free supervision from 9am -
Half-day afternoon:
1pm to 4pm
Free supervision until 4:30pm -
Full-day:
9:30am to 4pm
Free supervision from 9am until 4:30pm
Two 4 day camps in June and August (where Monday is a bank holiday) are charged pro rata.
Prices
Half-Day (per camp)
- 1 child: €195 p.p.
- 2–3 child/weeks: €190 p.p.
- 4 or more child/weeks: €185 p.p.
Full-Day (per camp)
- 1 child: €310 p.p.
- 2–3 child/weeks: €305 p.p.
- 4 or more child/weeks: €300 p.p.
Wetsuit Rental
- €20 per wetsuit per week
What does a typical day on camp look like?
On the first day of camp the instructors and kids will spend some time introducing themselves to each other through warm up games before they go on the water. Each day the groups head out for an activity that starts with some time spent on land for the introduction, followed by lots of time on the water practising and perfecting the skills they’ve just learned about. It’s all about fun so the sessions will be tailored differently for different age groups. After approximately 2 hours on the water the groups will head back to shore so that they can get changed and be ready to head home. If staying for the full day, participants will have a lunch break after their first activity and then head on the water again for a second session.
Each day, our camp participants can improve their skills in sports like paddle boarding, kayaking, sailing and Monster SUP and not only that, they enjoy group games, learn about water safety and get more comfortable spending time on the water.
Our instructors pass on their passion and knowledge for watersports in a safe and fun environment, giving participants ample opportunities to learn, ask questions, grow more independent on the water. Your children will come away feeling proud of their achievements without having to prove themselves in a test or performance at the end.
What to bring to Summer Camp - Checklist:
We provide all equipment for the activities including helmets and buoyancy aid.
Camp participants get 10% off nearly everything in our watersports store if you decide to buy new equipment.
Full Length Wetsuit
If your child doesn’t have their own, a wetsuit can be hired for the week for €20. Our rental wetsuits are 5/3 winter wetsuit thickness.
Note: Shorties are not allowed.
Big Towel or Changing Robe
To get changed outside. Please treat a trip to us like a trip to the beach.
Appropriate Footwear
Neoprene booties, water shoes or an old pair of runners.
Note: Loose footwear like flip flops or Crocs are not allowed.
Prepared For All Weather
Sunscreen, water, snack, lunch for full- day camp participants and a jumper/rainjacket if it’s a cold day.
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FAQs
Yes, all participants have to sign a waiver before they can go on a session with us. This is attached to your booking confirmation and can be easily filled in online and shared with other people (if applicable). The text of the waiver can be found here.
This year we will have separate outdoor changing areas for boys and girls. They don’t offer 100% visual cover so we are asking you to treat a trip to us like a trip to the beach and be prepared with a big towel or changing robe. If possible, we would ask that children arrive to camp already changed into their wetsuits.
Our toilets are open as usual.
The children’s bags are in a communal locker while they are out on the water. This is closed, but we advise against bringing valuables to the camp as we cannot take liability for lost, damaged or stolen items.
You are welcome to pull in on the cobblestone area right outside the camp for drop off and pick up. Please be mindful of other drivers and pedestrians.
A booking fee of €10 is non-refundable in all instances. All cancellations made by the customer must be made in writing and submitted via email or post. In the event of a cancellation or a request to reschedule more than 14 days (for Easter and Summer Camp bookings) before a session commences, we will refund the amount paid to date minus the non-refundable booking fee of €5. In the event of cancellation/rescheduling less than 14 days (for Easter and Summer Camp bookings) before a session commences the amount paid to date is forfeited. Non-attendance will result in the entire amount paid to date to be forfeited. Please see the full terms and conditions for activity bookings here.
We are located a 10 minute walk from the Grand Canal Dock DART station and a 10-15 minute walk from The Point LUAS stop. Bus routes that stop close by on Ringsend Road are 1, 15a, 15b, 15d, 47, 56a and 77a.
The Grand Canal Dock is a sheltered and enclosed space, which means our sessions can go ahead in most conditions unless it is not safe to do so for example if there are very strong winds. Rain does not stop us from running a session. In the rare case that we need to cancel or postpone a session, we will offer you a full refund or to reschedule the session.