Discover Rowing, Kayak & Canoe with BCBH
Brentford Community Boat House (BCBH) offers a range of exciting and accessible watersports opportunities for young people.
Our Rowing and Paddlesports Holiday Camps which run during school holidays and half terms, giving children the chance to get active, learn new skills, and enjoy the river in a safe, fun environment.
During the school term, we also run our FREE Row-Fit course, a 10 session fitness programme inspired by rowing, designed to build strength, stamina, and confidence. Participants in Row-Fit are also eligible for subsidised places on our holiday camps, creating a great pathway into the world of rowing and paddlesports.
These activities open the door to further development through ongoing programmes offered by our trusted club partners if you want to continue your journey on the river!
What We Offer…
Holiday Rowing Camps (Ages 11+)
Our week-long progressive rowing camps are designed to build confidence and skills at every level – from beginners taking their first strokes to experienced young rowers striving for speed and aiming toward regional and national competition goals.
- Ideal for first-time rowers as well as skilled rowers, with structured progression to build skills and water confidence by the end of the week
- Tailored coaching for developing rowers, focused on refining technique and improving performance in any boat type
- A pathway into Brentford Boat Club, providing an entry point for both Performance Racing and Recreational squads
Led by qualified and experienced coaches, each camp runs over 4 or 5 days of structured, progressive sessions tailored to your child’s experience and ability.
Each day builds on the last, helping participants develop their confidence, skills, and enjoyment on the water throughout the week.
Weekly Camp Fees starting from £250*
Join Our Kayak & Canoe Camps This Holiday! (Ages 9+)
Looking for a fun and active way to get your child out on the water?
Our Paddlesports Camps are the perfect opportunity for young people to try these exciting Olympic Sports, build confidence, and develop their skills in a safe, supportive environment at Brentford Community Boat House.
There are 2 sessions each day to select from,
- Morning Session – 10-12am
- Afternoon Session – 13:00-15:00pm
Each day offers two sessions to keep the energy high and skills growing. It’s a brilliant introduction for beginners and a fun challenge for more experienced paddlers.
These camps are designed as an opportunity to try out these disciplines so you can elect how many and which sessions you attend throughout the week to tailor to your desire to progress.
These sessions provide an entry point for joining the Brentford Canoe Club.
£20 per session*
Typical Camp Daily Structure
Morning Session: 10:00 – 12:00
Lunch Break (supervised): 12:00 – 13:00
Afternoon Session: 13:00 – 15:00
Upcoming Camp Dates 2025/26
October 1/2 Term: 27th-31st October 2025
Easter Wk 1: 30th March-2nd April 2026
Easter Wk 2: 7th-10th April 2026
May 1/2 Term: 26th-29th May 2026
Summer Holiday Week 1; 3rd-7th August
Summer Holiday Week 2; 10th-14th August
Summer Holiday Week 3; 17th-21st August
Summer Holiday Week 4; 24th-28th August- Rowing only
Fees and Funding
Thanks to support from our funders, we are able to keep our Camp fees down to a minimum making them some of the best value camps in London.
Rowing Camps are £250 for 4 days or £300 for 5 days*
Paddlesports Sessions are paid sessionally and are £20 per session*
*Additional discounts or fully funded places may be available for families who qualify.
Please email us to enquire: miranda@bcbh.org.uk