Dinghy sailing

The sheltered waters of Salford Quays provide the perfect sailing water for mastering the basics of the sport. Our dedicated team of instructors will look after you and guide you through the various stages of your course. We are an RYA (Royal yachting Association) training centre and all of our courses are run to the strict RYA guidelines of the National Sailing Scheme. Boats that you use at the centre may include; Oppie, Topper Taz and Laser Pico for single handed sailing and 420 and RS Vision for double handed sailing.

Windsurfing

Salford Quays provides the perfect safe environment for learning the basic introductory skills of Windsurfing. We are an RYA (Royal yachting Association) training centre and all of our courses are run to the strict RYA guidelines of the National Windsurfing Scheme. Intermediate courses are held at our off site sailing location where you can push the limits that little bit further. Equipment used includes the latest training boards and rigs from Hi-Fly including the wide style Mambo and Motion boards.

Kayaking & canoeing

The flat water of the Quays provides an ideal learning environment to master the basic paddling skills. Whether you want to try kayaking or canoeing our expert team of coaches will lead you though the various courses and lessons, and for those with a sense of adventure, you can improve your paddling skills further by joining one of the white water courses provided.

Power boating

Whether you are Powerboating for pleasure or for a particular purpose, Salford Watersports Centre can offer you first class training to meet your requirements in line with the RYA Powerboat Scheme. Our hands on courses include all the supporting theory to give the skills and confidence to handle powerboats on inland waters. Whether you are taking your first trip afloat or looking for safety boat training for you club then we have a course that will interest you.

Climbing

Climbing is one of the fastest growing sports in the world. Get harnessed up and let us show you how to climb safely on the centre's purpose-built climbing wall. Our coaches will teach you efficient movement and modern rope techniques, enabling you to climb for fun or climb for sport and fitness. If you wish to move on to outdoor crags we can help you with that too.

Orienteering

Orienteering…is about navigation. All you need to take part in this challenging but satisfying sport is a map, a compass and some stamina. Although the emphasis is on fun we will show you how to orientate the map, recognise the land around you and relate that information back onto the map - so you know exactly where you are and where you are going.

Fun activities

In addition to the recognised sports on offer, the staff at the centre can also lead fun activities like raft building and bell boating which help team building and increase confidence on the water. These courses are available for schools, youth groups and corporate away days.