
Sailing & Water Sports in Plymouth
If water sports float your boat then Plymouth certainly delivers with a fabulous waterfront location and outstanding activities to explore from relaxing paddle boarding and kayaking to adrenaline fused wake boarding and coasteering. Britain’s Ocean City ticks all the boxes.
The main area for water sports in Plymouth is at Mount Batten, the activity centre here offers powerboating, RYA sailing and windsurfing from half a day to week long courses catering for all abilities from beginners to advanced. The waters and nearby coves around Plymouth provide excellent opportunities for canoeing and kayaking and the Sound has some of the best dive sites in the UK for both shallow dives and wreck diving.

Sailing in Plymouth
Mount Batten Water Sports & Activities
Mount Batten sits on the tidal estuary and has the most amazing views towards the historic Barbican and the Hoe. The location is perfect for both children and adults of all abilities to get out on the water and have fun. With an excellent safety record and an experienced team at the helm, the centre offers courses in powerboating, RYA sailing, windsurfing for both beginners and those with more experience.
Full details of the activities available at Mount Batten Water Sports & Activities Centre here

Kayaking in Plymouth
Mount Batten Water Sports & Activities
Haven’t tried kayaking or paddle boarding before? Now’s the time to do it… book a two-hour ‘try session’ and get out on the water. The centre will provide all the equipment so you just need a towel and suitable shoes. Alternatively, why not join one of their kayak tours and explore the waters of Plymouth Sound and view Plymouth’s waterfront from the sea. Follow that with a coffee and a slice of cake at The Lookout Take-Away, the views are stunning! (Photo Credit: Visit Plymouth)
Full details of the water sports in Plymouth available at Mount Batten Water Sports & Activities Centre here

Paddle Boarding in Plymouth
South West SUP
Looking for a stand up paddle adventure? Head to the Royal William Yard and let the journey begin. Award winning South West SUP are staffed with a team of highly qualified instructors and use only the best equipment to get you out on the water. (Don’t miss The Shack, their organic coffee shop where they stock Red Paddle Co boards and accessories.) Discover some of the finest beaches in south Devon; Bantham, Wembury and Mothecombe and explore the meandering Avon, Erme and Dart rivers. (Photo Credit: South West SUP )
Visit South West SUP and let the adventure begin!

SUP Yoga
South West SUP
Improve your core strength and immerse yourself in nature with SUP yoga. Under the guidance of a qualified and experienced yoga instructor you’ll feel safe and comfortable while maintaining balance on the water, improving your coordination and relaxing your mind. All necessary equipment is provided including safety equipment so all you have to do is relax and enjoy the experience. (Photo Credit: South West SUP)

Diving in Plymouth
Aquanauts Dive Centre
If you’re planning to do your first PADI Open Water Course or would like to train to be an instructor, charter a hard boat or want to dive HMS Scylla, Aquanauts is the place. Their staff are all fully qualified hard boat skippers and diving instructors, on hand to guide you through your course or training. They’ll even just give you an air fill for your tank if you wish. More about Aquanauts here. Please note: No diving is permitted within 150 metres of Naval bases or Naval ships and you would need permission from the King’s Harbour Master (KHM) to dive within channels and anchorages. (Photo Credit: Visit Plymouth)

Coasteering
BlueDot Adventure
Coasteering is quickly becoming one of the most popular exhilarating adventures in the South West. It’s a combination of climbing and scrambling over rocks, jumping and swimming.
BlueDot will tailor your coasteering session to suit the age and experience of your group. Accompanied by qualified instructors, you’ll explore the rugged south Devon coast for an adrenaline fuelled experience. The first sessions are really about having fun and building self confidence while those more experienced can attempt more challenging climbs and overhangs. … a fantastic feelgood experience!
For extreme watersports in Plymouth, get in touch with BlueDot Adventure and let the fun begin!