Reference key colours - Spring and half term Summer and Summer holidays Autumn and October holidays The content of activities in this programme are colour coded for easier reference to dates and/or locations. Off site 2 Welcome 3 Our facilities 4 Online booking 5 Group sessions and corporate events 6 School groups Corporate events It s a Knock Out day Organised groups Big splash birthday parties 10 Family activities and adventure days 11 Active after school club 12 Saturday clubs 13 Multi activity sessions 14 Wet n Wild Outdoor adventure week JHHP school holiday programme Dinghy sailing 16 Come and try sessions Adult courses Junior courses Windsurfing 20 Come and try sessions Adult courses Junior courses Power boating 24 Junior/young adult courses Paddle sports 25 Kayaking/canoeing Come and try sessions Junior courses Adult courses Mountain biking 29 Junior course Water Sport Clubs 30 Outdoor fitness classes 31 Open water swimming club Frequently asked questions 33 Booking details Location information 36
Welcome Welcome to the Outdoor Learning and Adventure Programme for 2018 from South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture (SLLC). This booklet is packed with outdoor activities from kayaking at the James Hamilton Heritage Park, mountain biking at Glentress to family activity and adventure days. If you are looking for a more fun filled day we can deliver activities at chosen venues throughout central Scotland; there is something to suit everyone throughout the year. Outdoor Learning and Adventure would like to invite you to come and try our activities and see for yourself how much fun you can pack in. 3
Our facilities James Hamilton Heritage Park (JHHP) 01355 276611 email: outdoor_recreation@southlanarkshireleisure.co.uk Our dedicated water sports centre, based in East Kilbride, provides an exciting opportunity to experience sailing, windsurfing, paddle sports, power boating and outdoor fitness classes within the safe surrounds of the purpose built loch. The centre has shower and changing facilities along with an on-site café situated upstairs in the main building. We will provide Come and try sessions Birthday parties National Governing Body (NGB) certificated courses Activity clubs Boat and equipment hire Open water swimming 1 to 1 sessions All equipment and instruction is provided. Outdoor Resource Base 01698 307095 email: outdoor_recreation@southlanarkshireleisure.co.uk Based in Hamilton, offering an extensive range of outdoor adventure activities and programmes including mountain sports, paddle sports, mountain biking, snow sports, archery, problem solving. We deliver these activities in a variety of formats to cater for the customers needs: 4 National Governing Body (NGB) certificated courses Expeditions Duke of Edinburgh Award Multi activity programmes Skills development programmes Bespoke programmes Activities are delivered at a variety of venues throughout central Scotland all year round. All equipment, transport and instruction is provided.
Online booking Courses and classes which are available to be booked online are identified by the activity programme. icon within the Prior to booking online you will need to provide us with a valid email address which will be used to confirm your booking and payment. To book online please follow the steps below: 1. Please phone Hamilton Palace Sports Ground reception (01698 424101) to receive the participants booking I.D. number or to have an I.D created. You will be asked to provide a current email address which will be recorded against the member I.D. 2. Log on to www.slleisureandculture.co.uk 3. Click Do it online from the quick link menu 4. Click the JHHP course bookings icon 5. Enter member ID and click Forgotten your PIN? 6. Enter ID number again and click Request PIN 7. Follow instructions which will allow you to create your own 4 digit PIN. (Your PIN cannot start with a zero) 8. Input start date of desired activity in 'Advanced search' menu 9. Select the course or session required using the course reference from within the activity programme (e.g. DJ1) 10. Click book to confirm correct course or class. (All courses which have multiply dates only require first session to be booked) 11. Click pay to make payment for the selected course or class. 12. You will receive acknowledgment of your completed transaction by email. You will also need to follow the instruction within the email to print the activity booking form which will contain the terms and conditions of your booking. Refunds can only be made by telephone or in person at Hamilton Palace Sports Ground or James Hamilton Heritage Park. 5
Group sessions and corporate events Outdoor Learning and Adventure can provide corporate and group events right on your door step or at a venue handpicked to cater for your needs. We pride ourselves on delivering quality programmes to multi-service users and continue to support and deliver positive outcomes with outdoor learning to the following groups: School groups from across Central Scotland Uniformed and organised groups Scouts, Guides, Football Clubs Corporate clients School groups School groups Curriculum for Excellence Programmes focus on developing potential through outdoor adventure, team exercises and residential experiences. Our activity sessions can be easily linked to the Curriculum for Excellence allowing you to carry out classroom activities relating to health and wellbeing, numeracy and literacy. We can deliver a bespoke package to suit your schools' requirements - For more information please call 01355 276611 or visit our website on www.slleisureandculture.co.uk/info/122/programme_for_schools Testimonials The children had a fantastic day at the loch and we were able to take this back to the classroom and use it to reflect on their teamwork skills - Teacher 66 We built a raft as a team and we had to make sure that it stayed afloat, it was great working as a team - Young person
Corporate events We can design a full or half day corporate event tailored to suit your particular requirements. The programme of activities would challenge and encourage individual and team participation, regardless of experience or aspiration. Our corporate outdoor activities will inspire delegates of all abilities and ages. A bundle of events can be organised to accommodate groups of all sizes and at a price that will surprise you. Activities on offer: Duckie days Multi activity programmes Sailing Raft building Paddlesports Archery Orienteering Survival skills day bushcraft/campcraft It s a Knock Out teams compete against each other in a day filled with challenges and puzzles. Challenges will be based around the loch to create the perfect corporate event for any group big or small. These challenges will allow work colleagues to see each other in a different way. It will give them an understanding of individual strengths which will ultimately improve their performance and motivation. We can also provide catering for your event from the café situated within James Hamilton Heritage Park. To book your event or for more information please call 01355 276611. based at JHHP 7
Organised and uniformed groups such as Scouts, Guides and football clubs, or groups of friends. Our two hour group activity sessions based at the JHHP are an excellent opportunity to bond with your group members. Based on groups of six or eight, participants can have a session on one of the following activities. Dinghy sailing Kayaking Raft building Windsurfing Stand up paddle boarding For more information and/or to book an exclusive group session, please contact: 01355 276611. 8
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Big splash birthday parties For costs please call: 01355 276611 James Hamilton Heritage Park offers the ultimate fun packed two hour, water sport themed birthday party for children of 8 years or older. Choose from one of the following action packed fun activities as your theme: Dingy sailing Stand up paddling Kayaking Raft building Windsurfing (6 participants per group) New - Power boating (3 participants per group) As well as having your own qualified instructor who will ensure your party is full of the fun factor, your party package also includes the following: Party invitations Power boat ride Bumper boats Wet suits All safety equipment Use of our tented area Bring along your party food and beverages or if you would prefer, catering can be provided at additional cost from our on-site café. Please contact us for further information and dietary requirements. Testimonials Thank you very much for a fantastic time. Everyone seemed to enjoy themselves and Max had a brilliant time - we couldn t have asked for anything else. 10 We all had so much fun. Your team did a fantastic job organising everything making it fun yet keeping it all so well under control. We would love to do it again.
Family activity and adventure days Outdoor Learning and Adventure are delighted to offer our new range of family activities. Our activities can include all the family from ages 8 upwards and have been designed to be fun and exciting, full of activities and exercise. The activities will put a new slant on enjoying the outdoors and also give families quality time to spend together. It also allows families to see that going out for the day and having a great time doesn t have to cost a lot of money. Here is just a sample of some of the activities we can provide for a family day out: Gorge walking at Alva Let our qualifi ed instructors take you on a day trip for all the family to enjoy. You can walk, jump, swim and plunge your way through the gorge. This is a fantastic day for all the family to enjoy! Family sailing course Why not learn to sail with your family or friends; we can tailor RYA certifi ed sailing courses to suit your availability. This is a great opportunity to learn a sport with your family which you can then continue to enjoy as a family after the course. Or why not try a Ducky Day at the River Tay, Going for Gold archery sessions or mountain biking at various locations throughout Central Scotland. We can provide a bespoke package and tailor it to your day to suit the needs of your party. Please call 01698 307095 to book your adventure sessions. We can also provide family sessions for all activities and courses provided by James Hamilton Heritage Park. All of the above includes instruction, equipment and transport where required. 11
Active after schools clubs Outdoor Learning and Adventure offer our Active After School Club for young people to enjoy. The water based club launches at the James Hamilton Heritage Park from April to September. Our Active After School Club is the perfect activity for Primary 6 and 7 pupils which will not break the bank. Pupils will have the opportunity over 4 weeks to enjoy each of the following activities: Fun craft session (bumper boats, fun canoes, fun raft and pedalos) Dingy sailing Raft building Kayaking Pre entry requirements Activity Age range Previous experience required After school club P6 and P7 No previous experience required Block booking 4 weekly sessions 30.40 (only 3.80 per hour of activity). Ref Start Day Time Duration 2 hours ASC1 1 May Tuesday 3.45pm 5.45pm for 4 consecutive Tuesdays ASC2 2 May Wednesday 3.45pm 5.45pm for 4 consecutive Wednesdays ASC3 3 May Thursday 3.45pm 5.45pm for 4 consecutive Thursdays ASC4 29 May Tuesday 3.45pm 5.45pm for 4 consecutive Tuesdays ASC5 30 May Wednesday 3.45pm 5.45pm for 4 consecutive Wednesdays ASC6 31 May Thursday 3.45pm 5.45pm for 4 consecutive Thursdays ASC7 28 Aug Tuesday 3.45pm 5.45pm for 4 consecutive Tuesdays ASC8 29 Aug Wednesday 3.45pm 5.45pm for 4 consecutive Wednesdays ASC9 30 Aug Thursday 3.45pm 5.45pm for 4 consecutive Thursdays Active after schools clubs 12
Saturday clubs Rainbow Club is aimed at young people who wish to have the opportunity to try kayaking and canoeing in a fun environment with loads of games. Rainbow Club provides a development pathway where regular attendees are rewarded with Paddle Power National Governing Body certificates. Pre entry requirements Club Age range Previous experience required Rainbow club 8-14 No experience required Rainbow Club Fee 11.00 Ref Start Day Time Duration 2 hours AC1 5 May Saturday 10.30am - 12.30pm 1 session of 2 hrs every Saturday morning 13
Multi activity sessions Wet n Wild The Wet n Wild sessions run during the school summer holidays and are targeted at our young customers. Each session is full of thrills, skills and spills with participants taking part in windsurfing, canoeing, dinghy sailing and other adventure activities, depending on weather conditions. Sessions last approximately 6 hours. Participants should bring a packed lunch. Demand is high with advanced booking advised. Pre entry requirements Activity Age range Previous experience required Wet n Wild 8-14 No previous experience required School summer holidays Wet n Wild Club Fee 30.70 Ref Start Day Time Duration 6 hours WWC1 29 June Friday 10.30am - 4.30pm WWC2 6 July Friday 10.30am - 4.30pm WWC3 13 July Friday 10.30am - 4.30pm WWC4 20 July Friday 10.30am - 4.30pm WWC5 27 July Friday 10.30am - 4.30pm WWC6 3 August Friday 10.30am - 4.30pm WWC7 10 August Friday 10.30am - 4.30pm WWC8 17 August Friday 10.30am - 4.30pm 14
Outdoor adventure week This exciting 5 day multi-activity adventure week runs throughout the school summer holidays and provides young people aged from 8-14 to take part in a range of outdoor activities at a variety of venues throughout central Scotland. Transport and equipment is provided to all venues from Outdoor Resource Base. Pre entry requirements Activity Age range Previous experience required Outdoor adventure week 8-14 No previous experience required 5 Day programme Mondays Climbing Tuesdays Gorge Walking Wednesday Mountain Biking Thursday Kayaking Friday Duckies 4 Day programme Tuesday Climbing Wednesday Mountain biking Thursday Kayaking Friday Duckies School summer holidays Fee 180.10 Ref Start Day Time Duration 35 hours WK1 2 July Monday 9.00am - 4.00pm 5 sessions of 7 hrs on 5 consecutive days WK2 9 July Monday 9.00am - 4.00pm 5 sessions of 7 hrs on 5 consecutive days WK3* 17 July Tuesday 9.00am - 4.00pm 4 sessions of 7 hrs on 4 consecutive days* WK4 23 July Monday 9.00am - 4.00pm 5 sessions of 7 hrs on 5 consecutive days WK5 30 July Monday 9.00am - 4.00pm 5 sessions of 7 hrs on 5 consecutive days WK6 6 August Monday 9.00am - 4.00pm 5 sessions of 7 hrs on 5 consecutive days *Wk3 reduced to 4 day programme Fee 147.60 15
Dinghy sailing Come and try sessions junior and adult Come and try sessions have been developed to give the novice a taste of the thrills and skills experienced when participating in Dinghy Sailing. Both junior and adult come and try sessions last approximately 2 hours and they follow a structured schedule, however we do place a major emphasis on having fun. Pre entry requirements Activity Age range Previous experience required Dinghy sailing 8+ No previous experience required Dinghy sailing Junior fee 10.05 Adult fee 20.10 Ref Start Day Time Duration 2 hours DT1 6 May Sunday 1.00pm - 3.00pm DT2 27 May Sunday 1.00pm - 3.00pm DT3 17 June Sunday 1.00pm - 3.00pm DT4 8 July Sunday 1.00pm - 3.00pm DT5 29 July Sunday 1.00pm - 3.00pm DT6 19 Aug Sunday 1.00pm - 3.00pm DT7 9 Sept Sunday 1.00pm - 3.00pm 16
Adult dinghy sailing All dinghy sailing courses follow a fun, safe syllabus set out by the Royal Yachting Association. Level 1 courses will teach beginners how to rig a sailing dinghy and learn all the basics on the water. The Level 2 course allows you to master the skills required to go on to become an experienced sailor in double handed boats. Level 3 gives the participants the opportunity to develop their skills in large double handed dinghies. Pre entry requirements Course Age range Previous experience required RYA Level 1 16+ No previous experience required RYA Level 2 16+ RYA Level 1 certificate required RYA Level 3 16+ RYA Level 2 certificate required and additional logged sailing hours Adult courses RYA Level 1 Fee 155.95 Ref Start Day Time Duration 15 hours DA1 7 May Monday 6.00pm - 9.00pm 5 lessons of 3hrs on 5 consecutive Mondays DA2 12 May Saturday 12.00pm 5.00pm 3 lessons of 5 hrs on 3 consecutive Saturdays DA3 24 June Sunday 12.00pm - 5.00pm 3 lessons of 5 hrs on 3 consecutive Sundays DA4* 1 Aug Wednesday 6.00pm - 9.00pm 5 lessons of 3 hrs on 5 consecutive Wednesdays DA5 19 Aug Sunday 12.00pm - 5.00pm 3 lessons of 5 hrs on 3 consecutive Sundays * Session times shorten as daylight shortens Adult courses RYA Level 2 Fee 182.05 Ref Start Day Time Duration 18 hours DA7Y 7 May Monday 6.00pm - 9.00pm 6 lessons of 3 hrs on 6 consecutive Mondays DA8Y 13 May Sunday 10.00am - 4.00pm 3 lessons of 6 hrs on 3 consecutive Sundays DA9Y 6 Aug Monday 6.00pm - 9.00pm 6 lessons of 3 hrs on 6 consecutive Mondays Adult courses RYA Level 3 Fee 155.95 Duration 15 hours DA1Z 2 May Wednesday 6.00pm - 9.00pm 5 lessons of 3 hrs on 5 consecutive Wednesdays DA2Z* 8 Aug Wednesday 6.00pm - 9.00pm 6 lessons of 3 hrs on 6 consecutive Wednesdays * Session times shorten as daylight shortens 17
Junior dinghy sailing (teaching ratio 1 instructor to 6 craft / 8 pupils) All dinghy sailing courses follow a fun and safe syllabus set out by the Royal Yachting Association. Stage 1/2 course will teach beginners how to rig our sailing dinghies and learn all the basics on the water. The Stage 3 course will arm the participants with the skills required to become experienced sailors in double handed boats. Stage 4 gives sailors the opportunity to develop their skill in large double handed dinghies. Pre entry requirements Course Age range Previous experience required RYA stage 1/2 8+ No previous experience required RYA stage 3 8+ RYA stage 1/2 certificate required RYA stage 4 10+ RYA stage 3 certificate required and additional logged sailing hours Junior RYA stage 1/2 Fee 118.20 Ref Start Day Time Duration 24 hours DJ1 2 May Wednesday 6.00pm - 9.00pm 8 lessons of 3 hrs on 8 consecutive Wednesdays DJ2 20 May Sunday 10.00am - 4.00pm 4 lessons of 6 hrs on 4 consecutive Sundays DJ3 2 July Mon-Thu 9.30am - 3.30pm 4 lessons of 6 hrs on 4 consecutive days DJ4 9 July Mon-Thu 9.30am - 3.30pm 4 lessons of 6 hrs on 4 consecutive days DJ5 16 July Mon-Thu 9.30am - 3.30pm 4 lessons of 6 hrs on 4 consecutive days DJ6 23 July Mon- Thu 9.30am - 3.30pm 4 lessons of 6 hrs on 4 consecutive days DJ7 30 July Mon-Thu 9.30am - 3.30pm 4 lessons of 6 hrs on 4 consecutive days DJ8 6 Aug Mon-Thu 9.30am - 3.30pm 4 lessons of 6 hrs on 4 consecutive days DJ9 13 Aug Mon-Thu 9.30am - 3.30pm 4 lessons of 6 hrs on 4 consecutive days DJ10* 20 Aug Monday 4.30pm - 9.00pm 6 lessons of 4.5 hrs on 6 consecutive Mondays DJ11 26 Aug Sunday 10.00am - 4.00pm 4 lessons of 6 hrs on 4 consecutive Sundays *Denotes shortened session due to day light hours. 18
Junior RYA stage 3 Fee 118.20 Ref Start Day Time Duration 24 hours DJ11Y 10 May Thursday 5.00pm - 9.00pm 6 lessons of 4 hrs on 6 consecutive Thursdays DJ12Y 2 July Mon-Thu 9.30am - 3.30pm 4 lessons of 6 hrs on 4 consecutive days DJ13Y 9 July Mon-Thu 9.30am - 3.30pm 4 lessons of 6 hrs on 4 consecutive days DJ14Y 16 July Mon-Thu 9.30am - 3.30pm 4 lessons of 6 hrs on 4 consecutive days DJ15Y 23 July Mon-Thu 9.30am - 3.30pm 4 lessons of 6 hrs on 4 consecutive days DJ16Y 30 July Mon-Thu 9.30am - 3.30pm 4 lessons of 6 hrs on 4 consecutive days DJ17Y 6 Aug Mon-Thu 9.30am - 3.30pm 4 lessons of 6 hrs on 4 consecutive days DJ18Y 13 Aug Mon-Thu 9.30am - 3.30pm 4 lessons of 6 hrs on 4 consecutive days DJ19Y* 15 Aug Wednesday 5.00pm - 9.00pm 6 lessons of 4 hrs on 6 consecutive Wednesdays *Denotes shortened session due to day light hours. Junior RYA stage 4 Fee 104.00 Ref Start Day Time Duration 20 hours DJ19Z 9 July Mon-Thu 4.00pm - 9.00pm 4 lessons of 5 hrs on 4 consecutive days DJ20Z 30 July Mon-Thu 4.00pm - 9.00pm 4 lessons of 5 hrs on 4 consecutive days DJ21Z 17 Aug Friday 5.00pm - 9.00pm 5 lessons of 4 hrs on 5 consecutive Fridays 19
Windsurfing Come and try sessions Come and try sessions have been developed to give the novice a taste of the thrills and skills experienced when participating in windsurfing. Both junior and adult come and try sessions last approximately 2 hours. Pre entry requirements Activity Age range Previous experience required Windsurfing 8+ No previous experience required Windsurfing Junior fee 10.05 Adult fee 20.10 Ref Start Day Time Duration 2 hours WT1 13 May Sunday 1.00pm - 3.00pm WT2 3 June Sunday 1.00pm - 3.00pm WT3 24 June Sunday 1.00pm - 3.00pm WT4 15 July Sunday 1.00pm - 3.00pm WT5 5 Aug Sunday 1.00pm - 3.00pm WT6 26 Aug Sunday 1.00pm - 3.00pm WT7 16 Sept Sunday 1.00pm - 3.00pm 20
Adult windsurfing courses (teaching ratio 1 instructor to 6 pupils) All windsurfing courses follow a fun safe syllabus set out by the Royal Yachting Association. Start windsurfing courses will teach beginners how to rig our windsurf equipment and learn all the basics on the water. Pre entry requirements Course Age range Previous experience required RYA start windsurfing 16+ No previous experience required Adult RYA start windsurfing Fee 155.95 Ref Start Day Time Duration 15 hours WA1 19 May Saturday 12 noon - 5.00pm 3 lessons of 5 hrs on 3 consecutive Saturdays WA2 30 June Saturday 12 noon - 5.00pm 3 lessons of 5 hrs on 3 consecutive Saturdays WA3* 1 Aug Wednesday 6.00pm - 9.00pm 6 lessons of 3 hrs on 6 consecutive Wednesdays WA4 12 Aug Sunday 12 noon - 5.00pm 3 lessons of 5 hrs on 5 consecutive Sundays * Session times shorten as daylight shortens 21
Junior windsurfing courses (teaching ratio 1 instructor to 6 pupils) All windsurfing courses follow a fun and safe syllabus set out by the Royal Yachting Association. Stage 1/2 course will teach beginners how to rig our windsurf equipment and begin to learn all the basics on the water. The Stage 3 course gives the participant the skills required for young sailors to become experienced windsurfers in stronger winds. Pre entry requirements Course Age range Previous experience required RYA stage 1/2 8+ No previous experience required RYA stage 3 10+ RYA stage 1/2 certificate required Junior RYA stage 1/2 Fee 118.20 Ref Start Day Time Duration 24 hours WJ1 6 May Sunday 12.30pm - 4.30pm 6 lessons of 4 hrs on 6 consecutive Sundays WJ2 26 May Saturday 10.00am - 4.00pm 4 lessons of 6 hrs on 4 consecutive Saturdays WJ3 2 July Mon - Thu 9.30am - 3.30pm 4 lessons of 6 hrs on 4 consecutive days WJ4 16 July Mon - Thu 9.30am - 3.30pm 4 lessons of 6 hrs on 4 consecutive days WJ5 30 July Mon-Thu 9.30am - 3.30pm 4 lessons of 6 hrs on 4 consecutive days WJ6 6 Aug Mon-Thu 9.30am - 3.30pm 4 lessons of 6 hrs on 4 consecutive days WJ7 1 Sept Saturday 10.00am - 4.00pm 4 lessons of 6 hrs on 4 consecutive Saturdays 22
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Power boating Our power boating courses allow participants to experience the thrill of driving our powerboats under the instruction of our qualified instructors. Participants will follow a syllabus set by the Royal Yachting Association which includes plenty of high speed manoeuvres. A Royal Yachting Association certificate will be provided after completing the course. Pre entry requirements Course Age range Previous experience required Level 1 8-11 No previous experience required Level 2 12+ No previous experience required Level 1 Juniors only Junior fee 76.10 Ref Start Day Time Duration 7 hours PB1 30 April Monday 5.30pm - 9.00pm 2 lessons of 3½ hrs on 2 consecutive weeks PB2 4 June Monday 5.30pm - 9.00pm 2 lessons of 3½ hrs on 2 consecutive weeks PB3 2 July Monday 5.30pm - 9.00pm 2 lessons of 3½ hrs on 2 consecutive days PB4 6 Aug Monday 5.30pm - 9.00pm 2 lessons of 3½ hrs on 2 consecutive days PB5 9 Sept Sunday 10.00am - 5.00pm 1 lesson of 7 hrs Level 2 Junior fee 97.30 Adult fee 194.50 Ref Start Day Time Duration 14 hours PB6 12 May Sat & Sun 10.00am - 5.00pm 2 lessons of 7 hrs on 2 consecutive days PB7 11 Aug Sat & Sun 10.00am - 5.00pm 2 lessons of 7 hrs on 2 consecutive days PB8 15 Sep Sat & Sun 10.00am - 5.00pm 2 lessons of 7 hrs on 2 consecutive days 24
Paddle sports Kayaking/canoeing (teaching ratio 1 instructor to 8 pupils) Come and try sessions Come and try sessions have been developed to give the novice a taste of the thrills and skills experienced when participating in kayaking /canoeing. Both junior and adult come and try sessions last approximately 2 hours. Pre entry requirements Activity Age range Previous experience required Kayaking/canoeing 8+ No previous experience required Kayaking/canoeing Junior fee 10.05 Adult fee 20.10 Ref Start Day Time Duration 2 hours CT1 20 May Sunday 1.00pm 3.00pm CT2 10 June Sunday 1.00pm 3.00pm CT3 1 July Sunday 1.00pm 3.00pm CT4 22 July Sunday 1.00pm 3.00pm CT5 12 Aug Sunday 1.00pm 3.00pm CT6 2 Sept Sunday 1.00pm 3.00pm CT7 23 Sept Sunday 1.00pm 3.00pm 25
Kayaking/canoeing courses Pre entry requirements Course Age range Previous experience required SCA 1 star 8+ No previous experience required Paddle Power Discovery 8+ SCA 1 star SCA 2 star 14+ SCA 1 star or Paddle Power Discovery Junior courses During the 1 star course participants will learn the basics of paddling as well as an awareness of boat and personal safety. During Paddle Power Discovery courses participants can progress learning new paddling strokes aimed at the young people who have completed their 1 star course and wishing to develop their skills. Junior courses SCA 1 star Fee 77.95 Ref Start Day Time Duration 15 hours C1 10 May Thursday 6.00pm - 9.00pm 5 lessons of 3 hrs on 5 consecutive Thursdays C2 20 May Sunday 1.45pm - 5.30pm 4 lessons of 3 ¾ hrs on 4 consecutive Sundays C3 2 July Mon-Thu 1.15pm - 5.00pm 4 lessons of 3 ¾ hrs on 4 consecutive days C4 9 July Mon-Thu 1.15pm - 5.00pm 4 lessons of 3 ¾ hrs on 4 consecutive days C5 16 July Mon-Thu 1.15pm - 5.00pm 4 lessons of 3 ¾ hrs on 4 consecutive days C6 23 July Mon-Thu 1.15pm - 5.00pm 4 lessons of 3 ¾ hrs on 4 consecutive days C7 30 July Mon-Thu 1.15pm - 5.00pm 4 lessons of 3 ¾ hrs on 4 consecutive days C8 6 Aug Mon-Thu 1.15pm - 5.00pm 4 lessons of 3 ¾ hrs on 4 consecutive days C9 13 Aug Mon-Thu 1.15pm - 5.00pm 4 lessons of 3 ¾ hrs on 4 consecutive days C10* 16 Aug Thursday 6.00pm - 9.00pm 6 lessons of 3 hrs on 6 consecutive Thursdays C11 26 Aug Sunday 1.45pm - 5.30pm 4 lessons of 3 ¾ hrs on 4 consecutive Sundays *shortened session due to day light hours. 26
Paddle sports continued Paddle Power Discovery Junior fee 77.95 Ref Start Day Time Duration 15 hours C12Y 20 May Sunday 10.00am - 3.00pm 3 lessons of 5 hrs on 3 consecutive Sundays C13Y 2 July Mon-Thu 9.30am - 1.15pm 4 lessons of 3 ¾ hrs on 4 consecutive days C14Y 16 July Mon-Thu 9.30am - 1.15pm 4 lessons of 3 ¾ hrs on 4 consecutive days C15Y 30 July Mon-Thu 9.30am - 1.15pm 4 lessons of 3 ¾ hrs on 4 consecutive days C16Y 19 Aug Sunday 10.00am - 3.00pm 3 lessons of 5 hrs on 3 consecutive Sundays Adult courses During the 1 star course participants will learn the basics of paddling as well as an awareness of boat and personal safety. The 2 star awards develop strokes and technique for the novice paddler in both canoe and kayak disciplines. SCA 1 star Adult fee 155.95 Ref Start Day Time Duration 15 hours CA1 5 May Saturday 10.00am - 5.30pm 2 lessons of 7.5 hrs on 2 consecutive Saturdays CA2 9 May Wednesday 6.00pm - 9.00pm 5 lessons of 3 hrs on 5 consecutive Wednesdays CA3 8 Aug Wednesday 6.00pm - 9.00pm 5 lessons of 3 hrs on 5 consecutive Wednesdays CA4 25 Aug Saturday 10.00am - 5.30pm 2 lessons of 7.5 hrs on 2 consecutive Saturdays Adult and Junior courses The 2 star award teaches and develops strokes and technique for the novice paddler in both canoe and kayak disciplines. SCA 2 star Junior fee 75.70 Adult fee 155.95 Ref Start Day Time Duration 15 hours CA7Y 20 May Sunday 10.00am - 3.00pm 3 lessons of 5 hrs on 3 consecutive Sundays CA8Y 23 July Mon-Thu 9.30am - 1.15pm 4 lessons of 3¾ hrs on 4 consecutive days 27
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Outdoor Learning and Adventure Mountain biking Junior mountain biking A Scottish Cycling accredited award that focuses on developing mountain bike skills. Venues include: Callander Estate, Carron Valley, and Glentress. Teaches you how to improve your endurance, core strength/ balance, bike handling skill, and self-reliance. Pre entry requirements Course Age range Previous experience required Go Mountain Bike award 10-15 Ability to ride a bike confidently. Junior mountain biking course Fee - 147.50 Ref Start Day Time Duration 4 days MBA1 23 July Monday 9.00am - 4.00pm 4 lessons of 7 hrs on 4 consecutive days Transport and equipment is provided to all venues from Outdoor Learning and Adventure (Outdoor Resource Base). 29
Water sport clubs The following clubs have been designed to promote and develop water sport activity. We actively encourage participants to consolidate previously gained skills and experience by joining our clubs. Each of our club sessions are co-ordinated and supervised by a qualified instructor. The club encourages group activity and provides the ideal environment to share experience and develop new skills. Pre entry requirements Club Age range Previous experience required Kayak club 8+ 1 star certificate or paddle power passport Sailing club 8+ RYA adult level 1 or stage 1/2 certificate Windsurf club 8+ RYA adult start windsurfing or stage 1/2 certificate Windsurfing club Time Junior fee 4.80 / adult fee 9.60 Mondays 6.00pm - 9.00pm First session Monday 30 April Canoe club Time Junior fee 4.80 / adult fee 9.60 Wednesdays 6.00pm - 9.00pm First session Wednesday 2 May Dinghy sailing club Time Junior fee 4.80 / adult fee 9.60 Thursdays 6.00pm - 9.00pm First session Thursday 3 May Fee includes wetsuit and equipment hire. 30
Outdoor fitness classes Open water swimming Open water swimming sessions give participants the opportunity to receive swimming coaching at the loch. These sessions are ideal for both junior and adult competitors of triathlon events looking for a safe environment to train or for keen swimmers who are looking for a challenge in a new environment. All participants receive a free tea or coffee after the session and a chance to chat about their session with other swimmers and coaches. All participants must be able to swim 400m without rest. Pre entry requirements 2 hour non coached sessions available on Sunday mornings Activity Age range Previous experience required Open water swimming 8+ Swimmers must be able to swim 400metres without rest Coached sessions Junior fee 3.60 / adult fee 7.20 Ref Start Day Time Last session OP1 4 May Friday 6.00-7.00pm 24 August Non coached sessions Junior fee 3.60 / adult fee 7.20 Ref Start Day Time Last session OP2 6 May Sunday 8.30-10.30am 26 August 31
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Frequently asked questions How do I book and pay? Bookings for all our programmes can be made in person at both facilities or by calling James Hamilton Heritage Park on: 01355 276611 or Outdoor Resource Base on: 01698 307095. Full payment is required at the time of booking for all activities. Organised group bookings can be invoiced on receipt of company/organisation details. Can I cancel my course or session? Yes a minimum of 7 days prior to the course start date. What happens if the weather is poor? Bookings may be cancelled at short notice due to severe weather, alternative activities / venues may be offered or bookings can be rescheduled. Customers will be entitled to a full refund if rescheduling does not suit. Do sessions and courses require a minimum number of participants? Yes, all sessions and courses must have a minimum number of participants before the start date to run. Minimum participant numbers are as follows: Junior courses/sessions 4 participants Adult courses/sessions 2 participants Participants booked onto courses / sessions which do not have the minimum number of participants required will be cancelled. Participants can be transferred on to the next available course/session or be given a full refund. Where possible one week's notice will be given if a course does not have the minimum number of participants. Are there age restrictions? James Hamilton Heritage Park All junior courses and sessions have a minimum age of 8 years with the exclusion of power boating level 2 courses and 2 star kayaking courses. Power Boat Level 2 courses have a minimum age of 12 years. 2 star kayaking courses have a minimum age of 14 years. Continued overleaf. 33
Frequently asked questions continued. Outdoor Resource Base All sessions provided by Outdoor Resource Base have a minimum age of 8 for junior courses or 16 for adult courses Are your activities certificated by National Governing Body s? All of our courses and sessions have been developed to accommodate all levels of experience from the novice to the seasoned enthusiast. Courses follow a structured learning syllabus that is set out by the relevant National Governing Bodies which are detailed below. All participants will receive a NGB certificate on completion of a course. Our NGB s are listed below; The Royal Yachting Association The British Canoe Union Cycling Scotland National Indoor Climbing Achievement Scheme Are concessions available on courses/sessions? South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture concession card holders are entitled to a concession on some of our activities. For information on activity eligibility please call 01355 276611. How do I stay safe during my course or session? Outdoor Learning and Adventure encourages customers to enjoy their chosen activity within a fun, safe and stimulating environment. We have listed below measures which will ensure you have the safest possible experience. Listen and follow all instructions given by our instructors Buoyancy aids must be worn when participating in water-borne activities Safety boat cover will be available during all water-borne activity at JHHP Safety helmets will be available for use if required for each activity Spectacle and contact lens wearers must be aware that activities may cause the loss or damage to eye wear All Outdoor Learning and Adventure instructors hold current, national governing body Instruction Certification along with first aid qualification and have completed the Protection Of Vulnerable Group s Scheme (PVG or Disclosure Scotland) 34
Frequently asked questions continued. Outdoor Learning and Adventure will apply the safety criteria associated with the Outdoor Adventure Activities Licensing Service All activities provided by Outdoor Learning and Adventure are risk assessed. Risk assessments are available on request What should I bring with me? Below are details of what you should bring with you to each session, please contact us if you are unsure or require further information. A suitable change of footwear which you do not mind getting wet or dirty to wear during your session Spare warm clothing in case of getting wet or dirty (land based activities only) On hot days or mountain bike sessions, it is recommended that participants bring extra water to avoid dehydration A towel Swimwear and t-shirt to wear under wetsuit Old 1 coin sized trolley token (available at reception) Your completed activity consent form Plenty of enthusiasm and some nice weather 35
Where we are - locations James Hamilton Heritage Park East Kilbride By Bus Regular services from Glasgow to East Kilbride, stopping by the park entrance. Check with bus operators. By Rail Regular services from Glasgow Central to East Kilbride. Nearest station is East Kilbride station, (approx 2 miles from park). James Hamilton Heritage Park, Stewartfield Way, Stewartfield, East Kilbride G74 5LB Tel: 01355 276611 email: outdoor_recreation@southlanarkshireleisure.co.uk Royal Yatching Association & British Canoe Union teaching establishment. Outdoor Learning & Adventure HQ By Bus Regular services from Blantyre and East Kilbride to Hamilton By Rail Regular services from Glasgow Central to Hamilton via Hamilton West Station. Outdoor Learning and Adventure (Outdoor Resource Base), 33 Fullwood Industrial Estate, Burnbank Road, Hamilton ML3 9AZ Tel: 01698 307095 email: outdoor_recreation@ southlanarkshireleisure.co.uk SLLC. 1446