Supporting positive change
Join us in our mission to create lasting positive impacts through engaging paddlesport activities and community initiatives.
Empowering Through Paddlesport
Building a stronger, happier, more connected community through water-based recreation, education and wellbeing activities.
Our Impact and the Difference we make
At Wokingham Waterside Centre, our mission is simple: to provide paddlesports for all.
We endeavour to build a stronger, happier, more connected community through water-based recreation, education and wellbeing activities. We’re committed to making a real difference for the whole community across Wokingham, Reading, Earley and the surrounding areas.
Paddlesports for All
We believe that everyone — regardless of age, ability or background — should feel welcome and able to access paddlesports and outdoor activities. Our facilities and programmes are designed to be accessible, welcoming and flexible.
We understand that local charities, schools, and community groups are the heart of our local areas. That’s why we partner with them, and run targeted programmes for groups who might otherwise find it hard to access other facilities. Whether it’s family-friendly activities, special-needs sessions, or after-school clubs, we strive to remove barriers and offer opportunities that are flexible.
Paddlesports for Development
We engage our participants in meaningful learning experiences. Water-safety, environmental awareness and personal development are core to what we do.
Our instructors deliver sessions and activities that teach our participants the importance of water-safety, how to respect our natural surroundings, and how to set individual goals and overcome challenges to make the most of their experiences.
Paddlesports for Life
We know that movement, fresh air, and community connection all contribute to better mental and physical health. Our activities aren’t just fun: they provide safe, encouraging spaces where people can try something new, grow in confidence and make friends, which helps reduce isolation, improve mood, and support healthier lifestyles for all across a lifetime.
Our Impact in Numbers
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What Our Young People Say
It was so much fun at the waterside centre. I especially liked the raft building it was so much fun to work together to build something that floats, also having to row it across water was a bit tricky but very
calming since all you needed to do was listen to your team and it would go smoothly.
Hello, my name is Thea, and I am here to say a big thank you to all the staff that helped year 5 to have a wonderful time, so here it is… THANK YOU! Those two days were the best two days I have ever had on a school trip. If I were to go there again the only thing I would change is…… ummmm……I don’t think there is anything I would change its
just so good.
I would like to thank you for the outstanding two days I had there. And I appreciate the amount of effort you put in to ensure our health and safety. It felt like the best two days of my life! My favourite activity on day one has got to be raft building, although I really enjoyed Kayaking.
My name is Samuel, and I loved my two days at waterside centre the canoeing the raft
building and my personal favourite paddle boarding. I was expecting the water to be freezing but, in the end, it was very cooling. I will definitely be coming back, for
Sure.
How you can support WWC
• Donate – Your contribution helps us subsidise sessions for families who couldn’t otherwise afford them, invest in specialist equipment, and expand our outreach.
• Volunteer – Join our community: whether helping on event days, supporting sessions, or assisting in our café/centre, your time makes a big impact.
• Partner with us – If you’re a local business, school, charity or community group, there are many ways we can work together to multiply our impact and bring new opportunities to your community.
Thank you to everyone — participants, local residents, volunteers, staff and partners — who make what we do possible. Together, we’re not just enjoying paddlesports: we’re transforming lives.