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Cardiff Bay Water Activity Centre
Cardiff Bay Water Activity Centre is ideally situated in a purpose built facility in South Cardiff, on the edge of the River Taff. With our dedicated slipway and pontoons the water is a stone's throw from the facility. From here we also have excellent links to the Taff Trail and the rest of Cardiff Bay, as well as rowing, canoeing and disabled water activities.

Cardiff Sailing Centre
Cardiff Sailing Centre is a specialist Royal Yachting Association (RYA) Training Centre, and is registered with the Adventure Activities Licensing Authority (AALA). In recognition of our services to sailing we also hold RYA Volvo Champion Club Status, host a team 15 Club and are a recognised OnBoard Centre.

Managed by Cardiff Harbour Authority, the Centre has introduced thousands of individuals, families and schools to the exciting world of watersports.

The Centre offers a wide range of courses that will take you from being a complete novice to a fully qualified instructor. All ages are catered for through a comprehensive programme, where you can receive tuition on a weekly basis, or by attending one of our many 2 day courses.

Over the years, we have taught numerous schools, families and other organisations to sail and windsurf, with many participants coming back on subsequent courses to further their skills.

Visiting us before making a booking
To find out more, you are welcome to come and have a look around. Group leaders, parents and members of the group may be interested in having a tour of the facilities and watch the activities in action.

Our Staff
All members of the team are dedicated to ensuring that programmes are delivered to the highest professional standards.

All instructors hold appropriate National Governing Body Instructor/Coach qualifications from the Royal Yachting Association (RYA) and British Canoe Union (BCU), and have the necessary relevant experience in the activities that they supervise.

Our Courses
We offer access to watersports and land based activities in Cardiff Bay. We have all the equipment you need for a fun and safe time.

All activities are subject to weather conditions, which may result in the cancellation of the course. We will, however, endeavour to accommodate all booking commitments should cancellations occur

Individual and Group Bookings
If you have never experienced the thrill of water sports then now is your chance! We cater for both amateur and professional enthusiasts from age 8 upwards. Young people or adults can make a booking individually or as part of a larger group, selecting dates, times and activities. Both centres can cater for up to 35 people. A group booking of over 20 people will need to be made as far in advance as possible.

Please contact the centre for further details.

Access for All
Mentro Allan run programmes which help develop new opportunities in the Cardiff area. We are a partner organisation delivering accessible adventurous activities through ‘Innovate’, on behalf of Mentro Allan and are committed to continuing this into 2010.

Environmentally Friendly
Most people these days are more than aware of the impact we all have on the environment. Those of us who spend our leisure time out of doors are very conscious about the need to protect the natural environment by adopting environmentally responsible practices. We hold Green Dragon Level 5, the national environmental standard for Wales. This links into the overall sustainability policy of the Harbour Authority and Cardiff Council.

Our Prices and Qualifications
Our prices are listed under each course. Course price includes all tuition, equipment; logbooks and certificates where appropriate. Youth charges apply to students aged 8 - 16 years.

All our Sailing Courses follow the syllabus of the RYA. The student will be issued with the appropriate certificate, if all the requirements of the Course are attained.

Catering
At the Cardiff Bay Water Activity Centre, it is recommended that you bring lunch with you when coming for a full day session. Packed lunches can be pre-ordered for groups when booking. A minimum of one week’s notice is required.