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Conditions for Courses<br />

1. In <strong>the</strong> interest of safety, those taking part in all courses<br />

MUST be able to swim at least 50 metres wearing light<br />

clothing. Buoyancy aids are provided and must be worn<br />

on, or near <strong>the</strong> water. A rescue boat is on standby at all<br />

times when <strong>the</strong>re are activities on <strong>the</strong> lake.<br />

2. Outdoor activities are “risk” sports, and <strong>the</strong> courses can<br />

be strenuous, <strong>the</strong>refore a satisfactory state of health<br />

is essential. The student must ensure that he/she is fit<br />

enough to complete <strong>the</strong> course before booking.<br />

3. Please bring any water sports logbooks to show<br />

previous experience. Issue of a certificate is not<br />

dependent on course attendance alone.<br />

4. Wear clothing which is warm and comfortable. We<br />

recommend that a number of thin layers is <strong>the</strong> warmest<br />

option. If you have waterproof clothing bring it with<br />

you. Always bring at least one spare set of clothing and a<br />

towel. Footwear should be flat soled shoes or trainers.<br />

Contact us for recommendations on clothing for high<br />

ropes.<br />

5. Bookings made by telephone will be held for fourteen<br />

days only. Failure to receive <strong>the</strong> booking form and<br />

payment in full within fourteen days will result in <strong>the</strong><br />

place being lost.<br />

6. Full course fees (Payment by cash, cheque or card) and<br />

a stamped addressed envelope must accompany each<br />

application.<br />

7. Failure to inform <strong>Stevenage</strong> <strong>Leisure</strong> Ltd of cancellation<br />

up to fourteen days before <strong>the</strong> course starts without a<br />

valid medical certificate will result in <strong>the</strong> loss of course<br />

fees.<br />

8. <strong>Stevenage</strong> <strong>Leisure</strong> Limited reserves <strong>the</strong> right to cancel<br />

a course up to seven days before it is due to start if<br />

<strong>the</strong> numbers enrolled have not reached <strong>the</strong> minimum<br />

requirement; in which case a complete refund of <strong>the</strong> fee<br />

will be given, or where possible, an alternative course<br />

offered. All courses are subject to suitable wea<strong>the</strong>r<br />

conditions.<br />

9. <strong>Stevenage</strong> Borough Council, <strong>Stevenage</strong> <strong>Leisure</strong> Limited,<br />

or <strong>the</strong>ir agents are not under any liability whatsoever<br />

in respect of personal injury, loss or damage incurred,<br />

however caused, while attending <strong>the</strong> course.<br />

N.B. Those who receive this publication by post or book a<br />

course will automatically be placed on a mailing list. If you do<br />

not wish to be included, please tick a box on <strong>the</strong> booking form<br />

and return.<br />

Concessionary Rates<br />

Eligibility depends on…<br />

A. People who are aged 65 and over.<br />

B. People who are 60 and over who are not in work.<br />

C. People who are registered disabled.<br />

D. School pupils and students in full-time education.<br />

N.B. Proof of qualification for concessionary rate may<br />

be required. Concessionary fees do not apply to<br />

Courses.<br />

Data Protection and Investigation Fraud<br />

We must protect our public funds and so we may use <strong>the</strong><br />

information you have given on <strong>the</strong> booking form to prevent<br />

and detect fraud. We may also share this information with<br />

o<strong>the</strong>r public bodies for <strong>the</strong> same purpose.<br />

<strong>Fairlands</strong> <strong>Valley</strong> Sailing Centre<br />

Six Hills Way, <strong>Stevenage</strong>, Herts SG2 0BL<br />

01438 353241<br />

Fax: 01438 743483 Email: fairlands@stevenage-leisure.co.uk<br />

• Abseiling • High Ropes/Low<br />

• Bell Boats Ropes<br />

• Boards ‘n’ Buggies • Kayaking<br />

• Canoeing • Mountain Bikes<br />

• Climbing • Orienteering<br />

• Dragon Boats • Power Boat &<br />

• Grass Sledging PWC Tuition<br />

• Power Kiting<br />

• Raft Building<br />

• Rowing<br />

• Sailing<br />

• Turf Boards<br />

• Windsurfing<br />

www.stevenage-leisure.co.uk<br />

Join us on facebook at www.facebook.com/fairlandsvalley.centre<br />

<strong>Fairlands</strong> <strong>Valley</strong> Sailing Centre<br />

Six Hills Way, <strong>Stevenage</strong>, Herts SG2 0BL<br />

01438 353241<br />

www.stevenage-leisure.co.uk<br />

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Contents<br />

Dinghy Sailing Courses.........................4<br />

Junior/Youth Sailing ..............................4<br />

Adult Sailing .........................................4<br />

Sailability ..............................................5<br />

Windsurfing Courses ...........................5<br />

Powerboat Courses ............................6<br />

Personal Watercraft Courses ..............6<br />

Paddle Sport and Rowing ....................7<br />

Extreme <strong>Fairlands</strong> and Gr8 Wall .........8<br />

Birthday Party Booking Form ..............9<br />

Course Booking Form .......................10<br />

Multi Activity Courses .......................13<br />

Group Paddle Sports .........................14<br />

Fun Sessions & Birthday Parties<br />

for Children and Adults .....................15<br />

Weekend Activities ...........................16<br />

High and Low Ropes .........................17<br />

Pricing Guide .....................................18<br />

Hire & Launch Fees ...........................19<br />

Course Schedule ......................... 20-21<br />

Enjoy a range of wet and dry outdoor activities in a safe and supervised environment<br />

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1


The Heart<br />

of <strong>Stevenage</strong><br />

<strong>Leisure</strong> Active retired 50 sailing<br />

Bandstand<br />

Disabled facilities<br />

Grounds hire<br />

Those over 50 can enjoy a two hour<br />

sailing session between 10am and 12<br />

noon on Thursday mornings. Come<br />

along and sail or windsurf. All you<br />

need is a little experience and you<br />

can have two hours of fun.<br />

Angling<br />

Angling on <strong>the</strong> main lake is run<br />

by Welwyn Garden City Angling<br />

Club. You can set up on one of <strong>the</strong><br />

designated fishing beaches and <strong>the</strong><br />

bailiffs will come round to collect fees.<br />

Aqua Playground playground<br />

The Aqua play area contains<br />

equipment which sprays, squirts,<br />

mists or shoots water into <strong>the</strong><br />

play area, giving a fun play for <strong>the</strong><br />

youngsters in a safe and interactive<br />

environment. Kiosk and public toilet<br />

facilities are available during opening<br />

times only. For opening times call<br />

01438 242242.<br />

The bandstand can be hired on<br />

Sundays between 2 – 4pm.<br />

It has a temporary roof and<br />

electricity supply which can be used<br />

at an extra cost.<br />

Corporate events<br />

We can tailor activities to<br />

accommodate your company’s<br />

requirements and provide instruction<br />

or supervision to give your staff<br />

or group a day to remember.<br />

Costello’s café<br />

The café adjoins <strong>the</strong> centre and is<br />

open 7 days a week serving a range of<br />

hot and cold food and drinks.<br />

Tel. 01438 748458.<br />

Dinghy parking<br />

Avoid <strong>the</strong> hassle of trailing your<br />

boat around – Why not store it at<br />

<strong>Fairlands</strong> <strong>Valley</strong>.<br />

For <strong>the</strong> more adventurous who<br />

want to try sailing, we offer stable<br />

craft perfect for most requirements.<br />

Booking in advance is essential.<br />

The Sailing Centre and Café offers<br />

easy access for <strong>the</strong> disabled and less<br />

able-bodied. See page 5 for Sailability.<br />

Fire Works<br />

Firework display<br />

Our annual firework display is held<br />

on November 5th every year. It is run<br />

by our BTEC qualified staff. We are<br />

also able to provide a professional<br />

firework service at a venue of your<br />

choice. Professional guidance can<br />

be given on a selection of fireworks<br />

appropriate to location, duration and<br />

budget.<br />

Gift Vouchers<br />

We offer gift vouchers for all of our<br />

courses or private tuition if you<br />

want to surprise someone with an<br />

excellent gift.<br />

We will be happy to advise you on<br />

your event. Please contact us to<br />

arrange an initial site visit. Power and<br />

water available.<br />

Training Training room room<br />

<strong>Fairlands</strong> <strong>Valley</strong> has a Training room<br />

in a magnificent parkland setting<br />

and comes complete with modern IT<br />

facilities eg. interactive white board,<br />

WiFi hotspot. Available for club,<br />

corporate and training events, it is<br />

ideal for recreational and educational<br />

purposes.<br />

Various buffet or meals are available<br />

to suit your requirements, whe<strong>the</strong>r<br />

it be meetings, training days, team<br />

building or corporate events. All<br />

catering by arrangement with our<br />

on-site caterer Costello’s Catering on<br />

01438 748458.<br />

Tel: 01438 353241<br />

Email: fairlands@stevenage-leisure.co.uk<br />

Note to Teachers and Youth Leaders: Please note that we<br />

have a range of special prices in our School & Youth Brochure.<br />

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Dinghy Sailing Courses<br />

Come and learn one of Great Britain’s most successful Olympic<br />

sports. Sailing is a fun and exhilarating sport that can take you<br />

places.<br />

We run fully accredited Royal Yachting<br />

Association (RYA) courses for junior, youth<br />

and adults.<br />

The RYA scheme is designed to encourage<br />

people of all ages to learn to sail in a fun<br />

Junior / Youth Sailing<br />

and safe environment. You will work<br />

through <strong>the</strong> scheme at your own pace with<br />

a fully qualified instructor, developing your<br />

skills and knowledge to become a good<br />

dinghy sailor.<br />

Junior Code J, Youth Code Y<br />

Our courses are run during Easter, Whitsun, and Summer school holidays<br />

with 4 day courses for 8-10 year olds & 5 day courses for 11-16 year olds.<br />

During <strong>the</strong>se courses you would be aiming for RYA stage 1, 2, or 3 according to your<br />

development.<br />

Adult sailing<br />

Code D<br />

These courses are run over weekends ei<strong>the</strong>r Saturday & Sunday or<br />

consecutive Saturdays or Sundays. We can run courses for two or<br />

more people at o<strong>the</strong>r times by arrangement.<br />

We run scheduled level 1 & 2 courses, also Seamanship, Sailing with spinnakers,<br />

and Start racing courses on demand.<br />

Introduction to Sailing (for adults only)<br />

Would you like to sample sailing without committing to a course? Then this is for<br />

you. Try <strong>the</strong> sport for an hour with one of our experienced instructors for up to<br />

2 people at a cost of £40. If you subsequently book onto an Adult Sailing Course<br />

we will offer a 10% discount. For fur<strong>the</strong>r information please call or email.<br />

Sailability<br />

Sport is a very important part of all our lives and brings enormous physical, social and<br />

psychological benefits. These benefits are particularly important for those people with<br />

disabilities, but often <strong>the</strong>y get to enjoy <strong>the</strong>m all too rarely. Sailing, more than any o<strong>the</strong>r<br />

sport, gives us a chance to change this. At <strong>Fairlands</strong> <strong>Valley</strong> Outdoor Activities we support<br />

<strong>the</strong> RYA Sailability Scheme and believe we are well placed to help people with disabilities<br />

take up <strong>the</strong> sport.<br />

<strong>Stevenage</strong> Sailability won a Pride of <strong>Stevenage</strong> Award ‘So Sharing’ in 2011. This recognised<br />

<strong>the</strong> volunteers for working hard to promote <strong>the</strong> physical, social and psychological benefits<br />

of sport and making sailing an enjoyable experience for people of different ages with<br />

physical disabilities.<br />

For fur<strong>the</strong>r information please call or email. Details are on <strong>the</strong> back page of this <strong>brochure</strong>.<br />

Windsurfing Courses<br />

Minimum age 10<br />

Come and learn this fun and exciting sport<br />

with <strong>the</strong> modern widestyle stable boards<br />

and lightweight rigs making it easier and<br />

faster to learn.<br />

We run RYA Start Windsurfing courses over<br />

1 day. This course will give you <strong>the</strong> practical<br />

and <strong>the</strong>oretical knowledge needed to get<br />

you windsurfing with confidence.<br />

If you are not sure whe<strong>the</strong>r it’s <strong>the</strong> sport<br />

for you, why not have a one hour taster at<br />

<strong>the</strong> private tuition rate before you book<br />

your course.<br />

These courses are not scheduled but can<br />

be organised for two or more people by<br />

arrangement.<br />

A completed booking form and payment in full for all courses will be required<br />

4 Tel: 01438 353241 Email: fairlands@stevenage-leisure.co.uk<br />

within 14 days of provisional booking to confirm your place on <strong>the</strong> course.<br />

5


Power Boat Courses<br />

By arrangement<br />

Paddle Sport Courses<br />

Adult Code AK, Youth Code K<br />

Minimum age 16<br />

Minimum age 10<br />

The RYA power boat scheme exists to meet <strong>the</strong> needs of those<br />

who use small open power boats for sport or leisure.<br />

This course will introduce you to <strong>the</strong> sport<br />

of power boating, including basic boat<br />

checks, pre-launch checks and power boat<br />

handling skills at both high and low speed.<br />

If you are looking to go on inland european<br />

waterways you will also need to complete<br />

a CEVNI test which we can arrange.<br />

Personal Watercraft Courses<br />

If you have previous experience we run<br />

a direct assessment course for those that<br />

have practical and <strong>the</strong>oretical knowledge.<br />

This course is to assess you against <strong>the</strong><br />

RYA syllabus.<br />

These courses are run by arrangement.<br />

By arrangement<br />

Minimum age 16<br />

If you have your own PWC we can run fully accredited RYA courses<br />

or direct assessments using your own craft. These courses are run<br />

by arrangement.<br />

Welcome to <strong>the</strong> world of Kayaking and Canoeing. On <strong>the</strong>se<br />

paddle sport courses you will learn a wide range of different<br />

paddling skills.<br />

For beginners, <strong>the</strong> One Star course is<br />

designed to give you a fun and entertaining<br />

introduction to <strong>the</strong> sport, teaching you <strong>the</strong><br />

basics of both sports.<br />

The Two Star course is for those that<br />

have already attained <strong>the</strong>ir One Star or<br />

experience equivalent. This course will<br />

teach you to refine your skills, building<br />

on what you have already learnt, with <strong>the</strong><br />

introduction of some basic white water<br />

paddle strokes.<br />

These courses are separated into Youth<br />

(10-16) & Adult courses (16 years and<br />

upwards).<br />

There are scheduled one day courses<br />

which are all run by <strong>the</strong> BCU syllabus.<br />

If you’re not sure whe<strong>the</strong>r it’s <strong>the</strong> sport<br />

for you, why not have a one hour taster<br />

session at <strong>the</strong> private tuition rate before<br />

you book your course.<br />

We can also run courses for two or<br />

more people by arrangement.<br />

Rowing<br />

Taster sessions have been allowed to allow<br />

centres to get people of all ages on <strong>the</strong><br />

water quickly and safely, giving participants<br />

<strong>the</strong>ir first taste of rowing. These sessions<br />

will quickly build confidence and hopefully<br />

get <strong>the</strong>m moving <strong>the</strong> boat from an early<br />

stage of learning.<br />

The Stage 1 and 2 have been designed to<br />

allow participants to develop <strong>the</strong>ir skills<br />

over <strong>the</strong> course of time. Splitting basic<br />

skills in this way, provides participants with<br />

a next step to aim at after completing <strong>the</strong><br />

initial award.<br />

A completed booking form and payment in full for all courses will be required<br />

6 Tel: 01438 353241 Email: fairlands@stevenage-leisure.co.uk<br />

within 14 days of provisional booking to confirm your place on <strong>the</strong> course.<br />

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8<br />

OFFICE USE ONLY Receipt No: Date:<br />

Extreme <strong>Fairlands</strong><br />

I confirm <strong>the</strong> above. Signed by:<br />

Room Hire Times:<br />

(Costello’s Café can arrange catering if required and can be contacted on: 01438 748458.<br />

We also have a room that can be hired out at an hourly rate (please ask for costing and booking form).<br />

To hire this room please complete <strong>the</strong> line below.<br />

Come and try something different<br />

Payment by cash or cheque. Cheques payable to <strong>Stevenage</strong> <strong>Leisure</strong> Limited.<br />

Alternatively please ring to pay by card.<br />

Total cost quoted: Deposit Gen Receipt No. Amount:<br />

As part of Extreme <strong>Fairlands</strong> we have a variety of activities that we<br />

can offer as part of our birthday parties and group bookings, or<br />

purely as a bit of fun. We offer:<br />

Please note that your booking is not considered to be confirmed until we receive this completed form.<br />

Downhill Activities (Minimum years 8 years+)<br />

• Mountain Boards – These are all terrain skate boards<br />

• Buggies – A more stable ‘sit-in’ piece of equipment<br />

• Sledges – Perfect for <strong>the</strong> smaller person<br />

• Turf Boards – The ultimate to test your balance!<br />

• Mountain Biking – Experience <strong>the</strong> local area using local<br />

cycle paths, grass and wooded areas. Minimum age 13.<br />

Balance General Receipt No. Amount:<br />

• Power Kiting – This fun and exciting sport offers a<br />

massive range of potential to progress onto kite boarding/<br />

buggying. We can teach you basic skills and more.<br />

Minimum age 8.<br />

The Gr8 Wall<br />

Minimum age 8 years. Minimum weight 25 kilograms (4 stone)<br />

“The Gr8 Wall” based at <strong>Fairlands</strong> <strong>Valley</strong> Sailing Centre is<br />

available for external hire at your own venue for Corporate<br />

Days, School Days and Children’s Parties, subject to a site<br />

visit.<br />

This mobile 6 metre climbing wall includes:<br />

• 3 climbing wall routes<br />

• Accredited instructors<br />

• Dynamic foot and hand<br />

holds<br />

• Helmets and harnesses<br />

• Realistic Rock face<br />

• State of <strong>the</strong> art<br />

“descender” units<br />

• Over 25 sq metres of<br />

climbing area<br />

Tel: 01438 353241 Email: fairlands@stevenage-leisure.co.uk<br />

PLEASE NOTE: We require a 50% deposit to secure booking. Balance payable on event date.<br />

Date: Time:<br />

Number of children: Age of children: Age range:<br />

Activities required (Notes: minimum age 10 for Kayaking or Windsurfing. Minimum weight for Gr8 Wall 30 kilograms):<br />

E-mail:<br />

% Day: % Night: % Mobile:<br />

Post Code:<br />

Address:<br />

Name:<br />

Mr / Mrs / Ms<br />

NOTE: Group size activity and duration can not be changed without prior agreement. Any changes may incur a revised cost.<br />

More booking forms are available on our website: www.stevenage-leisure.co.uk<br />

Minimum age: 8 Years (for adults please ring or email us).<br />

Six Hills Way, <strong>Stevenage</strong>, Herts SG2 0BL<br />

Telephone (01438) 353241<br />

Fax (01438) 743483<br />

e-mail: fairlands@stevenage-leisure.co.uk<br />

Birthday Party Booking Form<br />

9


<strong>Fairlands</strong> <strong>Valley</strong> Course Booking Form<br />

Six Hills Way, <strong>Stevenage</strong>, Herts SG2 0BL<br />

Telephone (01438) 353241<br />

Fax (01438) 743483<br />

e-mail: fairlands@stevenage-leisure.co.uk<br />

More booking forms are available on our website www.stevenage-leisure.co.uk<br />

Telephone bookings will be held for 14 days subject to <strong>the</strong> receipt of a completed booking form and payment in full.<br />

All participants must complete a booking form before an activity commences. If your booking form and payment in full are not<br />

received within 14 days your place may be lost. Cheques should be made payable to <strong>Stevenage</strong> <strong>Leisure</strong> Limited. Cancellation<br />

within 14 days of <strong>the</strong> course date by, or on behalf of <strong>the</strong> attendee, without <strong>the</strong> production of a valid medical certifi cate will<br />

result in <strong>the</strong> loss of course fees. Unless arrangements are made at <strong>the</strong> time of booking all participants are expected to be<br />

water confi dent and able to swim in light clothing.<br />

Mr / Mrs / Ms<br />

Name of participant:<br />

Date of Birth:<br />

Address:<br />

Post Code:<br />

Day: Night: Mobile:<br />

E-mail:<br />

Course Code (as indicated in <strong>brochure</strong>): Dates:<br />

Please detail any certificates held or previous experience of <strong>the</strong> activity:<br />

Please bring your Logbook on <strong>the</strong> first day of <strong>the</strong> course.<br />

Medical History/Dietary Requirements – Please indicate below and advise <strong>the</strong> instructor on <strong>the</strong> day if you are currently<br />

receiving any treatment for, or suffer from, any medical condition(s) relevant to <strong>the</strong> activity to be undertaken:<br />

In case of emergency during <strong>the</strong> course, we will need an emergency contact name and telephone number.<br />

Name: :<br />

I confi rm that l/my son/my daughter* is confi dent in water and can swim in light clothing.<br />

I undertake to advise <strong>the</strong> centre staff, before participating in <strong>the</strong> course or activity, of any medical condition or medication<br />

taken that may affect myself/my son/my daughter*.<br />

Please note that for applicants for PWC or Powered Courses must complete all fields and provide passport photographs.<br />

I enclose a cheque/cash* for <strong>the</strong> full fee: £ Payable to <strong>Stevenage</strong> <strong>Leisure</strong> Limited<br />

(* delete as appropriate)<br />

Alternatively please ring to pay by card.<br />

Signed: Date:<br />

Please send <strong>the</strong> completed form with stamped addressed envelope to: Course Bookings, The Sailing Centre, <strong>Fairlands</strong><br />

<strong>Valley</strong> Park, Six Hills Way, <strong>Stevenage</strong>, Herts SG2 OBL.<br />

Notes: All courses are subject to our terms and conditions and minimum participation requirements. Copies are available on request. Those who receive this<br />

publication by post or who book on a course automatically go on our mailing list. If you do not wish to be included, please tick box<br />

I give permission for photographs to be taken of <strong>the</strong> above attendees by representatives of <strong>Stevenage</strong> <strong>Leisure</strong> Ltd<br />

for promotional purposes during activities.<br />

Signed: Parent/Guardian:<br />

OFFICE USE ONLY Receipt No: Date:<br />

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12<br />

OFFICE USE ONLY Receipt No: Date:<br />

Please note that your booking is not considered to be confirmed until we receive this completed form.<br />

I confirm <strong>the</strong> above. Signed by:<br />

Room Hire Times:<br />

(Costello’s Café can arrange catering if required and can be contacted on: 01438 748458.<br />

We also have a room that can be hired out at an hourly rate (please ask for costing and booking form).<br />

To hire this room please complete <strong>the</strong> line below.<br />

Payment by cash or cheque. Cheques payable to <strong>Stevenage</strong> <strong>Leisure</strong> Limited.<br />

Alternatively please ring to pay by card.<br />

Balance General Receipt No. Amount:<br />

Total cost quoted: Deposit Gen Receipt No. Amount:<br />

PLEASE NOTE: We require a 50% deposit to secure booking. Balance payable on event date.<br />

Date: Time:<br />

Number of children: Age of children: Age range:<br />

Multi Activity Courses<br />

Activities required (Notes: minimum age 10 for Kayaking or Windsurfing. Minimum weight for Gr8 Wall 30 kilograms):<br />

E-mail:<br />

% Day: % Night: % Mobile:<br />

For ages 8-14 years old (some activities are not suitable for some ages and sizes of<br />

children, courses will be tailored to <strong>the</strong> group).<br />

Code MA<br />

This is an exciting and thrilling way to spend two days at our<br />

centre. This course offers <strong>the</strong> opportunity of combining on and<br />

off <strong>the</strong> water activities, which will include some of <strong>the</strong> following:<br />

• Abseiling<br />

• Bell Boating<br />

• Canoeing<br />

• Climbing<br />

• Dragon Boating<br />

• Grass Sledging<br />

• High Ropes<br />

• Kayaking<br />

• Mountain Bikes<br />

• Mountain Boards<br />

& Buggies<br />

• Orienteering<br />

• Power Kiting<br />

• Raft Building<br />

• Rowing<br />

• Sailing<br />

• Turf Boards<br />

More booking forms are available on our website: www.stevenage-leisure.co.uk<br />

Minimum age: 8 Years (for adults please ring or email us).<br />

Activities will be decided on <strong>the</strong> day and suited to <strong>the</strong> wea<strong>the</strong>r conditions and<br />

ages of participants.<br />

Post Code:<br />

Address:<br />

Six Hills Way, <strong>Stevenage</strong>, Herts SG2 0BL<br />

Telephone (01438) 353241<br />

Fax (01438) 743483<br />

e-mail: fairlands@stevenage-leisure.co.uk<br />

Birthday Party Booking Form<br />

A completed booking form and payment in full for all courses will be required<br />

within 14 days of provisional booking to confirm your place on <strong>the</strong> course.<br />

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Name:<br />

Mr / Mrs / Ms<br />

NOTE: Group size activity and duration can not be changed without prior agreement. Any changes may incur a revised cost.<br />

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Group Paddle Sports<br />

Fun Sessions and Birthday Parties for Children & Adults<br />

At <strong>Fairlands</strong> we have different types of boats that can hold large<br />

groups of people to get everyone involved.<br />

Bell Boats – hold up to 12 paddlers with an instructor steering. These are<br />

catamarans which make <strong>the</strong>m very stable yet fast and fun. They also are great for<br />

getting disabled people onto <strong>the</strong> water. Minimum age 8.<br />

Dragon Boats – can hold up to 10 paddlers plus a drummer with an instructor<br />

steering. They are single hulled boats which are great for exciting team racing and<br />

events. Minimum age 8.<br />

Minimum age 8<br />

Whatever you want we can do!<br />

How to organise your fun session or party!<br />

1 Pick your activity or activities<br />

You can choose from any of <strong>the</strong><br />

activities that we run at <strong>the</strong><br />

centre<br />

2 How long do you want to be here?<br />

We run sessions from an hour or<br />

more, so why not do a couple of<br />

activities. (Minimum of 45 minutes<br />

per session for multiple activities)<br />

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Arrange a date and time, ei<strong>the</strong>r<br />

come to see us in person, call us<br />

on 01438 353241 or E-mail us at<br />

fairlands@stevenage-leisure.co.uk<br />

If you would like food after your activity <strong>the</strong>re is Costello’s Café.<br />

For more details call <strong>the</strong>m on 01438 748458.<br />

We will require a 50% deposit along with a completed booking form.<br />

Room hire also available.<br />

A completed booking form and payment in full for all courses will be required<br />

14 within 14 Tel: 01438 days 353241 of provisional Email: fairlands@stevenage-leisure.co.uk<br />

booking to confirm your place on <strong>the</strong> course.<br />

A completed booking form and payment in full for all courses will be required<br />

within 14 days of provisional booking to confirm your place on <strong>the</strong> course.<br />

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Weekend Activities<br />

Saturday<br />

RYA OnBoard Youth Saturday morning 10am –12pm<br />

Enjoy your sailing? Come and have fun with like-minded people. This session is aimed at<br />

8-16 year olds who can sail. This is a supervised session with a dedicated instructor to<br />

give helpful hints and advice. Ideal follow on from our Junior and Youth courses.<br />

Sunday<br />

<strong>Fairlands</strong> Race Squad<br />

10am –12pm<br />

We run this race squad for those that<br />

have reached <strong>the</strong>ir stage 3 and above.<br />

This session aims to improve your skills<br />

and build new ones. There is a dedicated<br />

instructor available who will run a training<br />

session for <strong>the</strong> first hour. In <strong>the</strong> second<br />

hour <strong>the</strong>re will be <strong>the</strong> opportunity to put<br />

what you have learnt into practice during<br />

a race.<br />

Sunday Racing 11am –12pm<br />

For all adults and kids. Come and join in<br />

with <strong>the</strong> fun of racing. This session runs<br />

throughout <strong>the</strong> year with three different<br />

series, all of which have prizes at <strong>the</strong> end<br />

of <strong>the</strong>m.<br />

High Ropes, Climbing & Abseiling<br />

Minimum weight 25kgs. Maximum 130kgs. Minimum age 8.<br />

Come and try something new<br />

‘So Challenging’, is one of <strong>the</strong> best High Ropes<br />

courses in <strong>the</strong> area, providing lots of high adrenaline<br />

action.<br />

This will test even <strong>the</strong> toughest nerves, walking along <strong>the</strong> beam or<br />

wobbly bridge at over 9 metres in <strong>the</strong> air and, to top if off, a 25 metre<br />

zip wire to end. The course also features a challenging 13 metre<br />

climbing wall, abseiling tower and low ropes course. These are prebooked<br />

sessions that run over weekends all year round, and evenings<br />

in <strong>the</strong> summer months and school holidays. Based on 45 minute<br />

session times which includes all safety equipment and briefings.<br />

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A completed booking form and payment in full for all courses will be required<br />

within 14 days of provisional booking to confirm your place on <strong>the</strong> course.<br />

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Pricing Guide from 1st April 2013<br />

Courses<br />

A completed booking form and full fees must reach us 14 days prior to course start date.<br />

Courses run with a minimum of 2 people. Courses booked by <strong>the</strong> 30th April will be charged at 2012 prices.<br />

Dinghy Sailing<br />

Code J Junior 4 day course 9am – 3.45pm £160<br />

Code Y Youth 5 day course 9am – 3.45pm £200<br />

Code D Adult 2 day course 9am – 4pm £150<br />

Windsurfing By mutual arrangement only (minimum 2 people)<br />

Code AWA Adult 1 day start windsurf course 9am – 4pm £75<br />

Code JW Youth 1 day start windsurf course 9am – 4pm £75<br />

Power Boating Minimum age 16 years<br />

2 day course Levels 1 & 2 by arrangement £250<br />

1 day direct assessment by arrangement £125<br />

Coastal Endorsements by arrangement<br />

Hire & Launch Fees<br />

Adult<br />

Concession<br />

Dinghy Hire 1.5 hours £15 £7.50<br />

Windsurfer 1.5 hours £15 £7.50<br />

Own Boat Launch half day £10 £5.00<br />

Own Windsurfer half day £10 £5.00<br />

Own Canoe/ Kayak half day £6 £3<br />

Private Tuition per hour £40<br />

<strong>Leisure</strong> 50 (Thursday 10 –12) £7.50<br />

Orienteering Maps £2.50<br />

Boat Parking Per Year Per Half Year<br />

Dinghy Space under 14’ plus free launching £120 £70<br />

Canoe Trailers and Craft over 14’ space only £105 £65<br />

O<strong>the</strong>r Weekend Activities<br />

Saturday Morning Onboard Sailing 10am – 12 noon £7.50<br />

Sunday <strong>Fairlands</strong> Race Squad<br />

10am – 12 noon<br />

Inland CEVNI tests by arrangement £15<br />

Sunday Social Dinghy Racing<br />

Hire Centre Dinghy or Sail your own<br />

11am – 12 noon<br />

Personal Watercraft using your own PWC Minimum age 16 years<br />

Paddle Sports<br />

2 day Training & Assessment by arrangement £200<br />

One Day Direct Assessment by arrangement £100<br />

Code K Youth 2 day course 10am – 4pm £80<br />

Code AK Adult 1 day course 10am – 4pm £75<br />

Multi Activities<br />

Code MA 2 day course (8 –14 years only) 9am – 3.45pm £80<br />

Power Kites By mutual arrangement only (minimum 2 people)<br />

Code IKO Youth 1 day (10 – 16 yrs) 9am – 4pm £75<br />

Code IKA Adult I day 9am – 4pm £75<br />

Activity & Birthday Parties<br />

Children’s price<br />

per hour (8-16 years)<br />

Adult price<br />

per hour<br />

Up to 6 people £72 £90<br />

Up to 10 people £120 £150<br />

Up to 12 people £144 £180<br />

Up to 20 people £240 £300<br />

Climbing Walls & High Ropes Adult Child<br />

GR8 Mobile Climbing Wall - Offsite Hire (min 2 hours)<br />

Family<br />

(2 adults, 2 children)<br />

£100 per hour plus £2.00 per mile<br />

High Ropes £15.00 £10.00 £45.00<br />

Low Ropes £10.00 £6.00 £28.00<br />

Climbing & Abseiling £15.00 £10.00 £45.00<br />

Minimum age 8 years. Must be 25 kilograms and over.<br />

Can be used on site at Activity & Birthday party rates above.<br />

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Course Schedule 2013<br />

Junior Dinghy Sailing Courses (8–10 yrs) £160<br />

J1 Monday 1st, Tuesday 2nd & Thursday 4th, Friday 5th April 9am – 3.45<br />

J2 Monday 27th, Tuesday 28th & Thursday 30th, Friday 31st May 9am – 3.45<br />

J3 Monday 22nd, Tuesday 23rd July & Thursday 25th, Friday 26th July 9am – 3.45<br />

J4 Monday 29th, Tuesday 30th July & Thursday 1st, Friday 2nd August 9am – 3.45<br />

J5 Monday 5th, Tuesday 6th & Thursday 8th, Friday 9th August 9am – 3.45<br />

J6 Monday 12th, Tuesday 13th & Thursday 15th, Friday 16th August 9am – 3.45<br />

J7 Monday 19th, Tuesday 20th & Thursday 22nd, Friday 23rd August 9am – 3.45<br />

J8 Monday 26th, Tuesday 27th & Thursday 29th, Friday 30th August 9am – 3.45<br />

Youth Dinghy Sailing Courses (11–16 yrs) £200<br />

Y1 Monday 8th – Friday 12th April 9am – 3.45<br />

Y2 Monday 27th – Friday 31st May 9am – 3.45<br />

Y3 Monday 22nd – Friday 26th July 9am – 3.45<br />

Y4 Monday 29th July – Friday 2nd August 9am – 3.45<br />

Y5 Monday 5th – Friday 9th August 9am – 3.45<br />

Y6 Monday 12th – Friday 16th August 9am – 3.45<br />

Y7 Monday 19th – Friday 23rd August 9am – 3.45<br />

Y8 Monday 26th – Friday 30th August 9am – 3.45<br />

Y9 Monday 28th October – Friday 1st November 9am – 3.45<br />

Adult Dinghy Level 1 Courses £150<br />

D1 Saturday 20th & Sunday 21st April 9am – 4pm<br />

D3 Saturday 25th & Sunday 26th May 9am – 4pm<br />

D5 Saturday 22nd & Sunday 23rd June 9am – 4pm<br />

D7 Saturday 24th & Sunday 25th August 9am – 4pm<br />

D9 Saturday 21st & Sunday 22nd September 9am – 4pm<br />

D11 Saturday 9th & Sunday 10th November 9am – 4pm<br />

Adult Dinghy Level 2 Courses £150<br />

D2 Saturday 27th & Sunday 28th April 9am – 4pm<br />

D4 Sunday 2nd & Sunday 9th June 9am – 4pm<br />

D6 Saturday 20th & Sunday 21st July 9am – 4pm<br />

D8 Saturday 31st August & Sunday 1st September 9am – 4pm<br />

D10 Saturday 5th & Sunday 6th October 9am – 4pm<br />

D12 Saturday 16th & Sunday 17th November 9am – 4pm<br />

Youth 1 Star Paddlesport Courses (10–16 yrs) £80<br />

K1 Thursday 4th & Friday 5th April 10am – 4pm<br />

K3 Wednesday 31st July & Thursday 1st August 10am – 4pm<br />

K5 Wednesday 14th & Thursday 15th August 10am – 4pm<br />

Youth 2 Star Paddlesport Courses (10–16 yrs) £80<br />

K2 Thursday 11th & Friday 12th April 10am – 4pm<br />

K4 Wednesday 7th & Thursday 8th August 10am – 4pm<br />

K6 Wednesday 28th & Thursday 29th August 10am – 4pm<br />

Adult 1 Star Paddlesport Courses (1 day) £75<br />

AK1 Saturday 6th April 10am – 4pm<br />

AK3 Sunday 11th August 10am – 4pm<br />

AK5 Saturday 28th September 10am – 4pm<br />

Adult 2 Star Paddlesport Courses (1 day) £75<br />

AK2 Saturday 11th May 10am – 4pm<br />

AK4 Saturday 17th August 10am – 4pm<br />

AK6 Sunday 13th October 10am – 4pm<br />

Multi Activity Courses (8–14 yrs) £80<br />

MA1 Wednesday 3rd & Thursday 4th April 9am – 3.45<br />

MA2 Thursday 30th & Friday 31st May 9am – 3.45<br />

MA3 Thursday 1st & Friday 2nd August 9am – 3.45<br />

MA4 Monday 12th & Tuesday 13th August 9am – 3.45<br />

MA5 Thursday 22nd & Friday 23rd August 9am – 3.45<br />

Adult Power Kite One Day Courses by arrangement 10am – 4pm £75<br />

Youth Power Kite One Day Courses by arrangement 10am – 4pm £75<br />

Rowing Stage 1 One Day Courses by arrangement 10am – 4pm £50<br />

Rowing Stage 1 5 x 1 Hour Sessions Courses by arrangement £50<br />

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