WATERSKI & WAKE CAMP INFO
We’re excited to have you join us for a waterski/ wakeboard camp! This page should give you all the information you need for the weekend, but please ask if you have any other questions.
There will be around 9 participants with physical disabilities, supported by a fantastic team of volunteers. Some participants will be completely new to the sport, while others will have attended previous camps and be looking to build on their skills and confidence. Access Adventures staff will also be on hand throughout the weekend to welcome and support everyone.
Waterskiing & Wakeboarding
The aim of the weekend is to introduce you to waterskiing and/ or wakeboarding, and to help you ski or ride as independently as possible. We will set you up with suitable adaptive equipment based on your individual needs and disability.
To start with, you will be supported experienced instructors, either in the water with you or close by in the boat. Each method is designed to provide stability and help with balance. As you progress, we will reduce the level of support.
It’s a great setting, with everything you need on site, and a fantastic opportunity to meet new people who share a love of adaptive adventures.
Address & Directions
Edge Adaptive Sports Centre, Heron Lake Road, Staines, Middlesex TW19 6HW
Leave the M25 at Jct 13. At the roundabout take the B376 towards Wraysbury. Almost immediately on your right there’s a turning into Edge Adaptive Sports Centre.
The entrance gate code is 13443
Facilities at the centre
In addition to the lake and surrounds, our site offers a large clubhouse, catering facilities, accessible accommodation and plenty of disabled parking.
The clubhouse includes a kitchen, open-plan living area, and accessible showers and toilets. Soft drinks and snacks are available to buy - both cash and card are accepted. The bar is stocked with beer, ale, cider, and wine, and outside there is a BBQ and firepit.
Accommodation is on site. It's basic but accessible, with dorm-style shared rooms and single beds (maximum of 3 people per room). We are unable to guarantee specific rooming requests on these residential camps.
Bedding is provided, but please bring your own towels.
There are two accessible bathrooms with toilets and wet-room showers with wall-mounted seats, as well as two additional accessible toilets. If you prefer to use a self-propelling shower chair, please bring your own.
Itinerary
Friday
Arrival from 4.00pm onwards
Evening meal provided at around 7.30pm
Saturday
Breakfast from 8am
Waterskiing and wakeboarding from 10am to 5pm
Lunch on site
Evening BBQ and social
Sunday
Breakfast from 8am
Waterskiing and wakeboarding from 10am to 5pm
Lunch on site
Guests are welcome to leave at any time on Sunday
Ski schedule
Participants usually have two ski sets per day. These can be scheduled fairly close together to help avoid getting too cold in between. If you still have the energy and time allows, there may also be an opportunity for a third ski set later in the day.
Each ski set lasts around 10–15 minutes. Skiers are usually divided into three groups: Group A skis from 10am, Group B from approximately 12pm, and Group C from approximately 2pm. This does mean there can be some waiting around at times, so we really appreciate your patience.
Equipment
We can provide wetsuits, buoyancy aids, helmets, and all waterski and wakeboard equipment.
Please bring:
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Swimwear to wear underneath your wetsuit
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Daytime clothes
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Something warm for the evening
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Sun cream
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Towels
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Any medication you may need
Contact
Please call us if you have any problems or questions
Jane 07968 012464
Clare 07876 524226
We look forward to seeing you at the lake soon!