Haven Rd, Exeter EX2 8DP, UK
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The available information suggests Haven Banks Outdoor Education Centre may appeal to participants who enjoy active outdoor adventures and working together on water and land activities. The sessions provide progressive learning pathways and supportive coaching, which may suit individuals looking to develop new physical skills in a structured environment during school holidays.
The club incorporates significant teamwork elements through group exercises like raft building and collaborative water sports, allowing participants to work together toward shared goals.
Participants engage in a wide variety of outdoor sports and physical activities, while progressive learning pathways and structured instructional support facilitate individual skill development.
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Haven Banks Outdoor Education Centre is located at Haven Rd, Exeter EX2 8DP within the Exeter City Council area. The published telephone number for the facility is 01392 400150 and the official website is http://haven-banks.co.uk/. Published Google reviews give the centre a rating of 4.6 from 35 published reviews.
Opening hours listed are Monday from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM, Tuesday from 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM, Wednesday from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM, Thursday from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM, Friday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Saturday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and Sunday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. According to review summaries, the centre offers a wide range of outdoor sports and physical activities including kayaking, paddle boarding, climbing, and raft building. Additional activities mentioned in the evidence include rock climbing, archery, caving, canoeing, and sailing.
School holiday activities are provided during the summer holidays, the two-week Easter holidays, and the October, February, and May half-terms. Sessions cater to diverse age brackets with dedicated programmes for children aged five to eight years and eight to fourteen years. Review themes indicate that qualified instructors deliver sessions focusing on professional coaching, motivation, and support.
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Check my child's compatibilityStaff are consistently described in review summaries as welcoming, friendly, and helpful, utilizing humour, positivity, and reassurance. Activities incorporate significant teamwork elements, particularly through group exercises such as raft building and collaborative water sports. Participants consistently report having a fantastic time and experiencing great fun throughout their visits.
The centre maintains organized schedules and provides special educational needs friendly activity days featuring clear instructions. Progressive learning pathways are available through taster sessions, multi-activity days, multi-activity weeks, and progressive courses. Equipment hire options include canoe hire, stand-up paddle board hire, and sit-on-top kayak hire from the Exeter location.
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