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Discover Epic Life’s Holiday Club in Bodiam, where kids can paddleboard, kayak, and shoot archery in a safe, scenic setting. Perfect for active children looking for their next outdoor challenge!
Discover Epic Life’s Holiday Club in Bodiam, where kids can paddleboard, kayak, and shoot archery in a safe, scenic setting. Perfect for active children looking for their next outdoor challenge!
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Operated by Epic Life · Robertsbridge, East Sussex
Bodiam, nestled in the rolling countryside of East Sussex, offers an engaging outdoor adventure experience through Epic Life’s Holiday Club. This vibrant program is specifically designed for kids aged 8-14, transforming their school break into a series of action-packed, hands-on outdoor activities. The club combines the thrill of paddleboarding, archery, and kayaking to create a multi-faceted adventure, encouraging young participants to learn new skills, build confidence, and connect with nature. Bodiam’s scenic landscape provides the perfect backdrop, with lush fields and the historic Bodiam Castle nearby adding an element of cultural richness. The area’s calm lakes and gentle streams facilitate safe, exciting water-based activities like kayaking and paddleboarding, while open spaces lend themselves well to the challenge of archery. One unique aspect of the Epic Life Holiday Club is its focus on fostering a sense of adventure and independence in children, all while emphasizing safety and fun. The program’s daily rotation of activities ensures that no two days are alike, keeping kids eager and engaged throughout their break. This experience not only unlocks outdoor skills but also helps build lasting memories among peers. The club is a standout destination for families seeking active, educational getaways that combine outdoor recreation with learning. Epic Life’s commitment to creating a safe, inclusive environment makes the Bodiam Holiday Club a must-visit option for adventure-minded families in East Sussex. Whether your child is an aspiring archer or a budding kayaker, they will find plenty of opportunity to push boundaries and develop new passions in Bodiam’s beautiful setting.
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Full-day program, approximately 6-8 hours including breaks.
Suitable for active children in good health, capable of engaging in physically moderate activities
The program is designed for children aged 8 to 14, offering age-appropriate activities and safety measures.
Parents should send packed lunches and snacks; food may also be available for purchase on-site.
Transportation depends on the specific registration package; please check with Epic Life for details.
Comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing suitable for active outdoor pursuits.
Yes, kids are grouped to ensure activities are suitable for their age and skill level.
All activities are supervised by trained instructors with safety gear provided for each activity.
Bodiam Castle, built in 1385, offers a glimpse into medieval England and adds a historic layer to your outdoor experience.
Epic Life emphasizes environmental stewardship by ensuring activities have minimal ecological impact and promoting Leave No Trace principles.
Epic Life is an outdoor water-sports and activity provider based in Tonbridge, England, offering a broad range of paddling and adventure experiences across Sussex and the River Rother. Epic Life runs stand-up paddleboard (SUP) adventures in Bodiam and Hastings, sea kayak training in Hastings, social paddles and sprint interval sessions in Tonbridge, and specialised sessions such as PaddleFit, MegaSUP and river-based youth programmes. Sessions use the River Rother and River Medway and are designed for families, children aged 8–14, groups and individuals. Children’s programmes include a Kids Paddle Club and Holiday Club for 8–14 year olds, taught by qualified instructors to develop water confidence through paddleboarding, kayaking and MegaSUP activities. Group packages include Stag & Hen Party options and children’s birthday parties for up to 16 children at the Bodiam riverside site. Epic Life provides all necessary equipment for SUP and sea-kayak sessions where specified and offers structured training sessions to improve paddling technique, speed and fitness. Booking options include drop-in sessions, block courses and private group hires tailored to different ages and ability levels safely.
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