Water Sports Articles

If it’s been a while since you last tried something new, consider taking the time on holiday to throw caution to the wind! Holidays can provide the most perfect opportunity to try a new sport - you have more time on your hands, fewer distractions and if you’re on a Neilson holiday, lots of inclusive activities to try with free tuition! This guide puts the spotlight on dinghy sailing and explains why it’s both a fun and challenging sport for everyone.

We're delighted to announce that we've teamed up with a bunch of truly inspirational young sailors, some of whomlearnt to sail on a Neilson holiday, to support them on their journey to world domination!

Teenagers, common ground and parents aren't words you often hear used together. And as your offspring grow up, you may not be considered the coolest of holiday companions. However, we think we have the answer to keep your teens checking in with you year after year. It's all about opting for a holiday that offers that ever-important family bonding time, whilst also providing freedom for your teens to meet new friends and do their own thing.

Tempt your teens off the sun lounger and away from technology with the promise of a whole new world of exhilarating watersports on a Neilson Beachclub holiday. Push out of your comfort zones by learning something together and you could even find yourselves with a new joint passion.

Dinghy sailing is a fantastic and rewarding watersport. An activity you can enjoy at home andon a Neilson holiday. The following guide explains everything you need to know about dinghy sailing, the terminology, the kit, what to wear, how to get started and how we can teach you to sail. We hope that by reading this guide, you’ve got a small head start before you embark on your first dinghy sailing adventure.

Stand up paddle boarding, otherwise known as SUP, has been one of the fastest growing water sports in the world in recent years. It’s a simple, yet thoroughly enjoyable sport. You standon a specially designed board (looks much like an oversized surfboard) and usea large single-bladed paddle to propel you through the water. This guide will cover all you need to know about getting started.

Watersports offer something for everyone, whether you’re looking for a physical workout or a relaxing way to enjoy the beach views. Use this handy guide to help you decide which watersport to try first; all are inclusive activities, so there’s absolutely no reason not to have a go.