Buzz Eastbourne is a Royal Yachting Association recognised training centre. We specialise in catering for schools and groups of all abilities and backgrounds, including those with special needs.
MONTHS OPEN
January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
DAYS OPEN
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
AGE GROUPs
5 to 7 years, 8 to 10 years, 11 to 13 years, College, University
What we offer on a school trip
We offer Royal Yachting Association ( RYA) training courses in dinghy sailing, windsurfing and powerboating, fun kayak sessions, improvised raft building and team games as part of activity days, courses and taster sessions. We cater for all ages from 6 years old and up.
Buzz Active Eastbourne is located on the Eastern end of Eastbourne seafront on Royal Parade. The center is opposite Princes Park on the promenade. We have free onsite parking for clients, access to a boating lake in the park for our junior and beginners which is shallow and accessible from all sides making it great for learning, we also use The sea in Eastbourne bay when conditions are suitable.
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What makes us a great choice for educational visits
The center is ideally situated in the relative calm of Eastbourne bay, and we have access to a small boating lake which we use when the sea is too rough, so we can get afloat in virtually all weather conditions. We specialize in activities for juniors and have over 20 years of experience in running RYA accredited courses and tuition as a part of your visit. RYA training can be used to develop young people in areas such as, teamwork, determination, communication, independence, confidence and creativity. All these attributes are linked to a growth mindset. Many aspects of key stage learning outcomes can be met with an RYA training course.
Accreditation and Awards
We hold AALA accreditation and are Royal Yachting Association recognized. We are also on the approved providers list for East Sussex County Council.
What is typically included on our school trips
RYA training and certification where appropriate. All ages and abilities can be catered for from 6 and up. Curriculum linked activity can be tailored to suit your needs and meet your desired learning outcomes. Please call us to discuss your specific requirements and outcomes.
All participants will be equipped with or offered the use of wetsuits, wind proofs, safety equipment and head protection. All participants must provide their own footwear to get wet with.
Group Sizes
6-80+ (larger groups will require multi activity options and longer sessions.)
We can cater for 24 sailing 24 windsurfing, 18 kayaking and 40 raft building typical groups we cater for are around 16-40. Please call us to discuss options for larger group bookings.
Materials, Resources & Keystage Information
Please call us to discuss individual bookings and your requirements, Curriculum linked activity should be arranged as a part of the booking process.
Photography, Filming & Audio Restrictions
All groups sign as a part of their booking process to agree to photographic rights for Buzz Active to use their image in any marketing or promotional activity. While we recongise this may not always be appropriate for some user groups, any groups as a whole, or individuals who wish to opt out must ensure they inform the centre.
Groups may photograph and film their own participants unless there are other groups onsite
Risk Assessment
We provide full risk assessments and operating procedures on request.
Education Officer Details
Oliver Richardson and Richard Wilson contactable on info@buzzactive.org.uk
Pricing
Teachers perks
1 teacher free is 6-11 booked. 2 teachers go free when booking 12 or more participants. For larger groups we can discuss more adult places.
Group rates apply to groups of 6 or more.
Short sessions
Typical prices start from £15pp for a 1.5 hour taster course, £16.50 for a 2 hour course.
courses
3 session (6 hour) courses start at £41pp, 6 session (12 hour) courses, perfect for half a term £69.50pp. longer courses available.
Activity days
4.5 hour activity days from £28.50pp
6 hour activity days £37pp
Larger groups and multiple booking discounts arranged bespoke.
Clothing Requirements
All participants must provide their own footwear for water sports as we do not supply shoes. All participants must attend with appropriate footwear and weather proof clothing for all land based activity.
First Aid
All our staff are first aid qualified
Available Facilities
The center has changing facilities, showers, toilets, DDA compliant disabled facilities. classroom. We do not unfortunately have catering or a shop onsite, Please ensure all participants bring with them food and drinks to sustain their activity with
Accessibility & Disabled Facilities
We have DDA compliant facility with shower and toilet. We have some SEN qualified and experienced staff onsite. Please discuss the requirements with the bookings team.
We have a limited range of accessible equipment.
Opening Times
We are open by appointment Monday to Saturday any time during daylight hours and Sundays 14-1800. All year.
Testimonials
Bede’s pupils have been able to enjoy a variety of activities with Buzz active this year – from stand up paddle boarding at the Cuckmere centre, windsurfing and sailing at Eastbourne, to bush craft, problem solving and orienteering at Bushy Wood as part of a teambuilding day. Whatever the activity the Buzz staff have been professional, skilled and enthusiastic. Bede’s is a school which likes to encourage pupils to discover their interests and Buzz Active have very much enabled us to do this.
With thanks,
Jerry Lewis
Principal Deputy Headmaster, Bedes School, Upper Dicker, East Sussex
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