After School Kids Club

Swap screen time for sea time this half term!

Why wait for the weekend to start the adventure? Our After School Kids Club is the ultimate mid-week escape for young explorers aged 7–12. Designed to get kids off their screens and into the fresh salt air, our Wednesday evening sessions are all about building confidence, making new friends, and developing a lifelong passion for the great outdoors. Led by our expert team of qualified instructors, we’ll dive into a rotating mix of action-packed coastal activities, making every week a new discovery.

We fundamentally believe that outdoor play transforms the well-being of young people. Our club isn't just about childcare; it’s about personal growth. With a small 1:8 instructor-to-child ratio, we ensure every participant feels empowered to nudge past their comfort zones, learn new skills, and leave every session feeling "ocean-confident."

How do sessions run?

Gear Up!

To maximise time on the session, the adventure starts at our Cullercoats base at 4:30pm. We ask parents to lend a hand in getting their young explorers suited up into wetsuits, if necessary, and ready for action. From there our qualified guides will take over - fitting relevant safety gear and delivering a Health & Safety brief, before leading the crew down to the shore for a 5:00pm start.

Action Time!

Every session kicks off with a high-energy beach warm-up designed to get the blood pumping and the laughs flowing. From there, we let the North Sea and the elements be our guide. We’ll tailor each session depending on the conditions on the day to keep kids loving and enjoying the outdoors as we head into autumn. Whether we’re mastering the basics on a SUP or kayak, catching waves on bodyboards, testing our nerves with epic pier jumps, or diving into essential bushcraft and water safety skills, no two sessions are ever the same. It’s all about embracing the season, learning new skills, and having fun with friends!

Adventure Accomplished

Once the adventure wraps up, we’ll make our way back to the shop to meet parents for a 6:30pm finish. The kids can rinse off, dry down, and get bundled up into warm clothes. They’ll head home buzzing with that post-outdoor high and already counting down the days until next week's session.

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Frequently Asked Questions:

  • This activity is suitable for children ages 7 to 12 years old (older children are welcome). It is important that your child is:

    • Able to swim short distances unaided and/or feels comfortable floating in water

    • Is not fearful of open water

    • Is able to put on a wetsuit unaided. If not, we ask that parents assist on the first day.

  • You drop off and pick up from our Cullercoats CBK Adventures Hub. Drop off is 4:30pm and pick up is at 6:30pm. We use a password system on pick up to ensure your child only departs with an authorised adult.

  • We provide 5mm full-length wetsuits, buoyancy aids, helmets and any equipment required for the session. The session will be led by qualified, professional instructors at a dedicated 1:8 ratio, who all have Enhanced DBS, outdoor first aid and safeguarding training.

  • Kids will need swimwear to wear under their wetsuits, water shoes or wetsuit boots (optional), and a large towel or changing robe for afterwards. Don’t forget to include warm clothes for post-water comfort and any essential medications they may require.

  • Sometimes the weather will not play ball and we will be required to amend the format of a session. Being located on the North East coast, this is something we are well practised in and should this be deemed necessary, we will always err on the side of caution and consider all aspects of planning to ensure your group get the most out of their time with us whilst maintaining our usual high levels of safety. We have a number of contingency plans in place and will, of course, keep you informed every step of the way.

    While we’re experts at adapting sessions to suit the British weather, safety always comes first. If the conditions mean we can’t get your group on the water safely, we’ll reschedule or arrange a credit note. Our team will be on hand to help you find the best alternative date so the kids don't miss out on the fun.

  • Our After School Kids Club follows the school term calendar, with bookings made in blocks rather than individual sessions.

    The upcoming block will run for 4 weeks, starting Wednesday 16 September through to Wednesday 7th October. You can secure your child’s spot via our online booking system above. Please note that full payment for the term is required in advance to confirm the booking. Because these spaces are limited, we are unable to offer refunds for any sessions your child may miss during the term.