Watersports & Outdoor Activities in Glasgow

Want to learn how to handle an open canoe? This is a great way to spend time together as a family, work together as a team, and build the skills needed for a bigger adventure.

Experience fire lighting, toasted marshmallows, bushcraft games and watersports (kayaking, raft building or paddleboarding) all wrapped up in one fab party.

Park & Play at Pinkston Watersports is a great chance to get on the whitewater, improve your skills and enjoy Scotland’s only whitewater centre!

Glasgow Canal Co-op in celebration of the Commonwealth Games being held in Glasgow 2026 will host a free community event with various activities held along the Forth and Clyde Canal. As part of the event, Pinkston are offering free watersports and bushcraft sessions to children ages 7 – 16 years.

Family archery session in a woodland range with instructors, equipment, games, and competitions included. Ends with marshmallow toasting by the fire (vegan/halal options available). Arrive 10 minutes early and dress warmly.

Kids aged 7–12 can enjoy watersports in a fun and safe environment at Pinkston’s Kidz Splash Zone! Try paddleboarding, kayaking or raft-building. Equipment is provided; bring swimwear, towel and shoes for the water. Adults must stay onsite during the session.

Pinkston offers children’s kayaking birthday parties for ages 7–16 with water-based games, basic skills, safety awareness, equipment, instructors, changing facilities, parking, and classroom use.

Thrilling whitewater tubing on Scotland’s only artificial course for strong swimmers aged 12+. Includes instructors, equipment, changing facilities, showers and parking.

Inflatable kayak whitewater session on Scotland’s artificial course for strong swimmers aged 12+. Includes coaching, safety equipment, and whitewater swimming instruction. Bring swimwear, water shoes, towel, padlock, and warm layers. Ages 12–16 need an onsite guardian. Max weight: 110kg.

3-week beginner whitewater kayaking course at Pinkston. Learn control, safety, and skills with instructors. Equipment included. Ages 12+.

Kayak rolling session for experienced paddlers (12+), focusing on skill development, precision, and control with expert instructors. Includes equipment and facilities. Participants need basic skills, must wear buoyancy aids, and bring personal items. Designed to support progression into advanced kayaking disciplines.

Three-week beginner kayaking course at Pinkston builds confidence through weekly sessions. Learn paddling basics, safety, and skills via games and challenges. Includes equipment and facilities. Suitable for ages 7+, families welcome.

Three-week beginner water activity course at Pinkston with weekly sessions. Learn basic skills, water safety, and enjoy games in a safe canal setting. Equipment and facilities provided. Bring swimwear, water shoes, towel, and warm layers.

Beginner kayaking sessions at Pinkston offer a fun, safe introduction to paddling. Learn basic skills, play games, and build water confidence with expert instructors. Includes equipment and facilities. Suitable for ages 16+. Bring swimwear, water shoes, and a towel.

October activity camps at Pinkston offer kayaking, paddleboarding, bushcraft, archery, and team games for ages 7–12. Includes professional instruction, all equipment, and a hot chocolate finale. Build skills and friendships.

Kids’ multi-activity camps offer flexible days packed with watersports, outdoor games, and campfires. Led by qualified instructors, kids build skills, confidence, and friendships. Equipment is provided; bring lunch and essentials. Facilities include parking and showers. Designed for fun, active, screen-free summer experiences.

Kids’ summer camps offering watersports, outdoor games, and campfires with flexible schedules. Designed to build skills, confidence, and friendships through fun, active adventures.

Self-led paddleboarding/kayaking sessions at Pinkston for those with basic skills. Instructors supervise but don’t lead. Equipment hire available, facilities included, and suitable for ages 12+ (with supervision for under 16s). Bring swimwear, water shoes, towel, and warm layers.

Three-week paddleboarding course at Pinkston for beginners to build confidence on lochs or rivers. Learn essential skills, safety, and enjoy fun challenges with professional instructors. Includes equipment and facilities. Suitable for ages 16+. Attend weekly sessions; all abilities welcome, even non-swimmers.

Our Discover Kayaking sessions are all about developing your kayaking skills in the sheltered water environment. We’ll teach you using a wide range of fun tasks and challenges that will help you develop the solid fundamentals of the sport.

Are the kids bored during the holidays? Then bring them along for a white water tubing & bushcraft session at Pinkston Watersports!

This session is specifically for kids aged 12+

All you need to bring is a swimsuit, a pair of old shoes that can get wet, and a towel.