The most important thing at Southampton Water Activities Centre (or SWAC as we like to call it) is; we’re passionate about water sports… Consequently, we can accommodate all of types of services like:

Shore Based Courses
Instructor Training
Sailing
Powerboating

SUP Lessons & Hire

We are situated at the base of the Itchen Bridge and have immediate access to the River Itchen and Southampton Waters. Because of this, we have the perfect conditions for all skill levels of water activities.

So, if you’ve never been in a boat before and can’t tell the pointy end from the flappy bit or you’re a seasoned sailor looking to improve! We can guarantee that we’ve got a course, experience or package that will be perfect for you.

As a result of over 25 years of experience in operation, a talented team of instructors and an array of boats & equipment. Southampton Water Activities Centre is the perfect place for you to indulge your passion for life on the water. Because our expert team are in place, we can help you Discover, Explore or Excel in all that there is to love about sailing and powerboating.

Powerboating Courses

First Aid

RYA Shorebased Courses

Vouchers & passes

Memberships