Andrew Simpson Centres

Open Day @ ASC Portland
2026-05-02 10:00 - 16:00 (Europe/London) | ASC Portland, Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy, Osprey Quay, Portland, Dorset, DT5 1SA, United Kingdom
Join us at ASC Portland for our 2026 Open Day!
🌟Cardboard Boat Race 2pm🌟
🗓️2nd May 2026
🕐10am – 4pm
🎟️Free to Enter
⛵Watersports Tasters

Open Day @ ASC Portsmouth
2026-05-04 10:00 - 16:00 | ASC Portsmouth, Eastern Rd, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO3 5LY, United Kingdom
Join us for our Annual Open Day at ASC Portsmouth! Whether you’re trying sailing for the first time or just coming for the vibes, we’ve got a whole range of water based and land based tasters as well as games, food and a whole lot of bank holiday fun!
📅 Monday 4th May 2026
⏰ 10:00–16:00
📍 ASC Portsmouth, Eastern Road, PO3 5LY
Sessions from just £5 — bring your friends and make a day of it! 🌊

Open Day @ ASC Reading
2026-05-16 10:00 - 16:00 | ASC Reading, Hangar Road, Reading, RG7 4AP, United Kingdom
Family Fun Day, Water Activities, Games & More!
📅 Saturday 16th May | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 ASC Reading, Hangar Road, Reading
In partnership with Burghfield Sailing Club, join our team to find out more about what we are offering in 2026!
Try out sailing, paddleboarding, kayaking, windsurfing or wingsurfing – there will be something for everyone!
This is your chance to enjoy hands-on outdoor experiences, all in a safe and welcoming environment.
What’s on
FREE drop-in sessions!

Throughout the day there will be opportunities to be taken for a sail with experienced sailors.
Our paddleboards and kayak equipment will be available to try out, with guidance and safety supervision from our instructors.
Burghfield Sailing Club Sailability Group will be on site to take visitors out on the water using their accessible equipment.

Taster sessions!

A more in-depth introduction to sailing, windsurfing or wingsurfing.
Sessions are just £5 per person, with all proceeds going to the Andrew Simpson Foundation.
Book online here!

How to take part

Register your interest for free activities here.
Book scheduled taster sessions:

Sailing (8+)
Youth Windsurfing (8+)
Adult Windsurfing
Wingsurfing (12+)

Complete a Medical Indemnity Form here.
On arrival, check in at the Sign-Up Desk

Why attend?

FREE activities
Fun for all ages
Great for families, youth groups, and friends
Run by local professionals and friendly volunteers
A great way to try something new, build confidence, and stay active

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