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Which Activity Is Right For You?
For millions of people across the UK, water activities provide a
base around which they organise their leisure time. Water
activities provide excitement and relaxation, discovery and
learning whilst also keeping active and healthy. The chances are
that if you are reading this then you will want to do the same.
The aim of On The Water is to give you everything you need to
know about boating and watersports so that you can begin enjoying
water based activities. The guide is packed with essential
information, recommended companies and inspiring photography and
video.
There is a wealth of water activities to challenge yourself,
unwind, keep fit, discover new places, make new friends, learn a
new skill or have an adventure and more...
You might be a newcomer and want to find out more about boating
or watersports. You might not have been boating for a while.
Perhaps you want to try a new sporting activity... Whatever your
level of experience, we hope that On The Water inspires you to get
On The Water.
Take a look at the options below to find the activity
that appeals to you...
Paddle Powered
Get close to the water. Paddle powered
activities have something for everyone, whether it
is journeying, adventuring, keeping fit or competing.
Activities include:
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Video - A typical paddle powered activity |
Wind Powered
Harness natures power to propel yourself across the water. Wind
powered activities are some of the most popular activities in the
UK, and possibly Britain's best chances of Olympic
success.
Activities include:
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Video - A typical wind powered activity |
Motor Powered
Whether it is adrenalin or relaxation that you are looking for;
Motor Powered Activities have it all. Explore the UK's coast and
inland waterways aboard a motor cruiser, or feel the thrill of
a PWC, or a wakeboard.
Activities include:
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Video - A typical motor powered activity |
Inland Waterways
Discover new places around the UK's vast inland waterway
network at your pace.
Activities include:
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Video - A typical inland waterways activity |
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On The Water Live!
Over the next 12 months, On The Water will be attending a
series of live events across the regions bringing boating and
watersports to you.
On The Water will be providing water-based activities such
as ‘try-a-boat’ or land-based activity with simulators at events
around the UK.
Come and chat with the team to find out how you can get on the
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