Located in the heart of London’s Docklands at the west end of Millwall outer dock, the Centre is based in an award-winning purpose-built facility with great views from the upstairs bar over the dock, and wet facilities downstairs.
We are a Recognised Training Centre and deliver courses in sailing, windsurfing, powerboating and paddlesports.
Our function rooms are available for private and corporate hire throughout the week and land-based events can also be tied in with our water-based activities, such as dragon boating, sailing or paddlesports to create a great day out for you.
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**COVID-19 NOTICE – DSWC CLOSURE UPDATE**
We regret DSWC has had to close for 4 weeks as part of the national lockdown. The earliest we will be reopening by is the 3rd December. Donations are welcome via Virgin Money Giving to help us make up for lost income and ensure we can reopen as soon as it is safe to do…
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**COVID-19 NOTICE – DSWC NOW CLOSED**
Following the Government’s announcement last night we are now closed until Tuesday 24th March, pending a decision from our Trustees. Please check back for further updates. Thank you
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**WE ARE STILL OPEN FOR BUSINESS – COVID-19**
I am sure you will agree that we are in uncharted waters at the moment, COVID-19 is affecting everybody and everything but we would like to reassure you that we are still very much open for business as usual, and are working extremely hard to remain that way. We feel we have an important role…
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DSWC Charity Dragon Boat Challenge 2020
Event: DSWC Charity Dragon Boat Challenge 2020 Date: Friday 31st July 2020, 4pm till late Venue: Docklands Sailing & Watersports Centre, 235a Westferry Road, London E14 3QS Price for race entry: £300 per team of 10 paddlers Fundraising/Sponsorship pledge: £500 per team Prior experience: None required (training sessions available) Team registration: Email meri@dswc.org Individual registration:…
This course is for beginners who have done little or no dinghy sailing before. It is the first part of the Royal Yachting Association (RYA) training scheme and its aim is to provide basic boat handling techniques and essential background knowledge. By the end of the course you will be able to sail safely under supervision. The course takes place over one weekend.
Members £270
Non-Members £290
Duration 2 Days (Weekend)
Times 9:30am to 5:00pm
We accept card payments.
It is also possible to purchase a gift voucher for this course if you would like it as a gift for someone, or don't yet know that date that you wish to book.
Please click here for the course terms and conditions.
http://dswc.org/docs/CourseBookingTermsAndConditions.pdf
This course is for beginners who have done little or no dinghy sailing before. It is the first part of the Royal Yachting Association (RYA) training scheme and its aim is to provide basic boat handling techniques and essential background knowledge. By the end of the course you will be able to sail safely under supervision. The course takes place over one weekend.
Members £270
Non-Members £290
Duration 2 Days (Weekend)
Times 9:30am to 5:00pm
We accept card payments.
It is also possible to purchase a gift voucher for this course if you would like it as a gift for someone, or don't yet know that date that you wish to book.
Please click here for the course terms and conditions.
http://dswc.org/docs/CourseBookingTermsAndConditions.pdf
This course is the second part of the RYA training scheme and for those who have completed the RYA Level 1, Start Sailing, course or have equivalent experience. Its aim is to consolidate your basic knowledge of sailing, and develop an awareness of safety. By the end of the course, you will be capable of sailing a dinghy without an instructor on board in light winds.
Members £270
Non-Members £290
Duration 2 Days (Weekend)
Times 9:30am to 5:00pm
It is also possible to purchase a gift voucher for this course if you would like it as a gift for someone, or don't yet know that date that you wish to book.
Please click here for the course terms and conditions.
http://dswc.org/docs/CourseBookingTermsAndConditions.pdf
This course is the second part of the RYA training scheme and for those who have completed the RYA Level 1, Start Sailing, course or have equivalent experience. Its aim is to consolidate your basic knowledge of sailing, and develop an awareness of safety. By the end of the course, you will be capable of sailing a dinghy without an instructor on board in light winds.
Members £270
Non-Members £290
Duration 2 Days (Weekend)
Times 9:30am to 5:00pm
It is also possible to purchase a gift voucher for this course if you would like it as a gift for someone, or don't yet know that date that you wish to book.
Please click here for the course terms and conditions.
http://dswc.org/docs/CourseBookingTermsAndConditions.pdf
The Centre runs two youth sessions a week, Youth Club sessions are on Sunday mornings all year round, and Monday evenings from April to October. Youth club is aimed at everyone from beginners to competent sailors. Sessions provide plenty of room for development, with a range of activities available.
Please note: Youth Club does not take place either side of, or during school holidays, when our Youth Multi Activity Weeks are taking place.Members £ Free
Non-Members £5
Times:
Sunday 10:00am – 12:30pm
Monday 4:30pm – 6:30pm
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Twilight is a fun event borrowed from our friends down under, and is an excellent way to unwind in the evening, or simply to have a first taste of the activities the centre has to offer. The concept is simple, long evenings, fun sailing/racing. Twilight runs on Friday evenings throughout the summer from the end of April to the middle of September.
Members £1
Non-Members £20
Duration: Evenings
Times: 5:30pm to 8:30pm (First Race 6pm)
The Centre runs two youth sessions a week, Youth Club sessions are on Sunday mornings all year round, and Monday evenings from April to October. Youth club is aimed at everyone from beginners to competent sailors. Sessions provide plenty of room for development, with a range of activities available.
Please note: Youth Club does not take place either side of, or during school holidays, when our Yout Multi Activity Weeks are taking place.
Members £ Free
Non-Members £5
Times Sunday 10:00am – 12:30pm
Monday 4:30pm – 6:30pm
The Centre runs two youth sessions a week, Youth Club sessions are on Sunday mornings all year round, and Monday evenings from April to October. Youth club is aimed at everyone from beginners to competent sailors. Sessions provide plenty of room for development, with a range of activities available.
Please note: Youth Club does not take place either side of, or during school holidays, when our Youth Multi Activity Weeks are taking place.Members £ Free
Non-Members £5
Times:
Sunday 10:00am – 12:30pm
Monday 4:30pm – 6:30pm
Book Now
Twilight is a fun event borrowed from our friends down under, and is an excellent way to unwind in the evening, or simply to have a first taste of the activities the centre has to offer. The concept is simple, long evenings, fun sailing/racing. Twilight runs on Friday evenings throughout the summer from the end of April to the middle of September.
Members £1
Non-Members £20
Duration: Evenings
Times: 5:30pm to 8:30pm (First Race 6pm)
The Centre runs two youth sessions a week, Youth Club sessions are on Sunday mornings all year round, and Monday evenings from April to October. Youth club is aimed at everyone from beginners to competent sailors. Sessions provide plenty of room for development, with a range of activities available.
Please note: Youth Club does not take place either side of, or during school holidays, when our Yout Multi Activity Weeks are taking place.
Members £ Free
Non-Members £5
Times Sunday 10:00am – 12:30pm
Monday 4:30pm – 6:30pm
The Centre runs two youth sessions a week, Youth Club sessions are on Sunday mornings all year round, and Monday evenings from April to October. Youth club is aimed at everyone from beginners to competent sailors. Sessions provide plenty of room for development, with a range of activities available.
Please note: Youth Club does not take place either side of, or during school holidays, when our Youth Multi Activity Weeks are taking place.Members £ Free
Non-Members £5
Times:
Sunday 10:00am – 12:30pm
Monday 4:30pm – 6:30pm
Book Now
Twilight is a fun event borrowed from our friends down under, and is an excellent way to unwind in the evening, or simply to have a first taste of the activities the centre has to offer. The concept is simple, long evenings, fun sailing/racing. Twilight runs on Friday evenings throughout the summer from the end of April to the middle of September.
Members £1
Non-Members £20
Duration: Evenings
Times: 5:30pm to 8:30pm (First Race 6pm)
DSWC is proud to offer Open Water Swimming in the heart of Docklands. Millwall Outer Dock provides the perfect place for people who are already used to open water swimming but also good pool swimmers wanting to give open water a go. We are located 5-7 minutes walk from both Crossharbour and Mudchute DLR and just 12-15 minutes walk from Canary Wharf underground station. Travel between Bank DLR station and Millwall Dock in only 20 minutes!
All participants swimming at DSWC must wear their NOWCA Safety Wristband every time they swim. If you are not currently a member of NOWCA, you can register here. We strongly recommend the use of a specialised wetsuit. If the water temperature is below 14 degrees, it is mandatory for participants to use a wetsuit, which needs to be provided by the participant.
Participants must sign in at reception before proceeding down to the pontoons. As operators, we will know who and how many swimmers are in the water, at any time. This is important for managing your swim safety.
For you as a swimmer, wearing your NOWCA Safety Wristband will speed your entry into the water plus record your swim time and distance, just like wearing a chip at a triathlon.
Sessions cost £8.
Times 8am till 10am last swimmer entry: 09:30am
This course is for beginners who have done little or no windsurfing before. It is the first part of the Royal Yachting Association (RYA) windsurfing scheme and its aim is to provide basic widsurfing techniques and essential background knowledge. By the end of the course you will be able to windsurf safely under loose supervision. The course takes place over one weekend.
Members £270
Non-Members £290
Duration 2 Days (Weekend)
Times 9:30am to 5:00pm
It is also possible to purchase a gift voucher for this course if you would like it as a gift for someone, or don't yet know that date that you wish to book.
Please click here for the course terms and conditions.
http://dswc.org/docs/CourseBookingTermsAndConditions.pdf
DSWC is proud to offer Open Water Swimming in the heart of Docklands. Millwall Outer Dock provides the perfect place for people who are already used to open water swimming but also good pool swimmers wanting to give open water a go. We are located 5-7 minutes walk from both Crossharbour and Mudchute DLR and just 12-15 minutes walk from Canary Wharf underground station. Travel between Bank DLR station and Millwall Dock in only 20 minutes!
All participants swimming at DSWC must wear their NOWCA Safety Wristband every time they swim. If you are not currently a member of NOWCA, you can register here. We strongly recommend the use of a specialised wetsuit. If the water temperature is below 14 degrees, it is mandatory for participants to use a wetsuit, which needs to be provided by the participant.
Participants must sign in at reception before proceeding down to the pontoons. As operators, we will know who and how many swimmers are in the water, at any time. This is important for managing your swim safety.
For you as a swimmer, wearing your NOWCA Safety Wristband will speed your entry into the water plus record your swim time and distance, just like wearing a chip at a triathlon.
Sessions cost £8.
Times 8am till 10am last swimmer entry: 09:30am
This course is for beginners who have done little or no windsurfing before. It is the first part of the Royal Yachting Association (RYA) windsurfing scheme and its aim is to provide basic widsurfing techniques and essential background knowledge. By the end of the course you will be able to windsurf safely under loose supervision. The course takes place over one weekend.
Members £270
Non-Members £290
Duration 2 Days (Weekend)
Times 9:30am to 5:00pm
It is also possible to purchase a gift voucher for this course if you would like it as a gift for someone, or don't yet know that date that you wish to book.
Please click here for the course terms and conditions.
http://dswc.org/docs/CourseBookingTermsAndConditions.pdf
The Centre runs two youth sessions a week, Youth Club sessions are on Sunday mornings all year round, and Monday evenings from April to October. Youth club is aimed at everyone from beginners to competent sailors. Sessions provide plenty of room for development, with a range of activities available.
Please note: Youth Club does not take place either side of, or during school holidays, when our Yout Multi Activity Weeks are taking place.
Members £ Free
Non-Members £5
Times Sunday 10:00am – 12:30pm
Monday 4:30pm – 6:30pm
This calendar shows our scheduled instructor led activities. Equipment Hire is available almost any time we are open but isn't shown here, you can find availability in the Equipment Hire Page