choose your next adventure
At Buzz Active, our three sites each offer something unique — sailing and windsurfing at Eastbourne seafront, paddle sports along the Cuckmere Meanders.
Group specialist catering for any size, with sessions, course, classes and participation clubs available.
“To facilitate adventure, exploration, personal growth and inspire a love of the outdoors”
We facilitate adventure, exploration, and personal growth to inspire a love of the outdoors — using outdoor experiences as tools for learning and holistic development, supported by briefs, debriefs, and on-the-move reflection
At Buzz Active outdoor centres, activity delivery is deliberately structured to develop six key character attributes that form the foundation of personal growth and lifelong success. These foundations align closely with the competencies identified in educational research as essential for thriving in the 21st century.
Adventure is more than an activity at Buzz Active—it's a vehicle for personal growth. Through exciting and challenging experiences, we help young people develop six key character attributes
Outdoor activities provide unique opportunities for young people to step outside their comfort zones and discover capabilities they didn't know they possessed. Whether mastering a new sailing manoeuvre or reaching the top of a climbing wall, each achievement builds self-belief. Research from the Educational Endowment Foundation confirms that outdoor adventure learning may have positive impacts on self-efficacy and motivation, with these non-cognitive skills potentially transferring to enhanced classroom engagement.
From coordinating movements in a kayak to working together on team leadership challenges, outdoor activities naturally foster collaborative skills. The dynamic outdoor environment creates situations where success depends on effective communication and cooperation. As noted in educational literature, collaborative learning during practical outdoor tasks enhances interpersonal skills through increased social interaction, developing young people's capacity to work effectively with peers and adults alike.
The outdoor setting demands clear, effective communication. Whether giving sailing instructions, problem-solving during team games, or ensuring safety during climbing activities, participants quickly learn that articulate expression and active listening are essential. These communication skills, developed on the water or up a climbing wall, translate directly to improved interactions in academic and social contexts.
Outdoor pursuits inherently involve challenge and occasional setback. Learning to windsurf requires persistence through multiple attempts; completing a high ropes course demands sustained effort. These experiences build determination and resilience, teaching young people that perseverance leads to success. Research indicates that facing and overcoming outdoor challenges helps students develop resilience and adaptability that serves them throughout life.
Problem-solving in outdoor environments often requires innovative thinking. Whether navigating an orienteering course, developing strategies for team challenges, or adapting to changing weather conditions during paddle sports, participants must think creatively. Studies suggest that time spent in nature and outdoor activities positively influences critical and creative thinking skills, with natural environments fostering the innovation and imagination essential for future success.
Perhaps one of the most profound benefits of outdoor learning is the development of independence. When young people take the helm of a sailing dinghy or make decisions on a climbing route, they experience genuine autonomy. They learn to assess risks, make informed choices, and take responsibility for outcomes. This cultivation of independence and self-reliance is particularly valuable for young people who may have limited opportunities for such experiences in their daily lives.
Outdoor activities provide unique opportunities for young people to step outside their comfort zones and discover capabilities they didn't know they possessed. Whether mastering a new sailing manoeuvre or reaching the top of a climbing wall, each achievement builds self-belief. Research from the Educational Endowment Foundation confirms that outdoor adventure learning may have positive impacts on self-efficacy and motivation, with these non-cognitive skills potentially transferring to enhanced classroom engagement.
From coordinating movements in a kayak to working together on team leadership challenges, outdoor activities naturally foster collaborative skills. The dynamic outdoor environment creates situations where success depends on effective communication and cooperation. As noted in educational literature, collaborative learning during practical outdoor tasks enhances interpersonal skills through increased social interaction, developing young people's capacity to work effectively with peers and adults alike.
The outdoor setting demands clear, effective communication. Whether giving sailing instructions, problem-solving during team games, or ensuring safety during climbing activities, participants quickly learn that articulate expression and active listening are essential. These communication skills, developed on the water or up a climbing wall, translate directly to improved interactions in academic and social contexts.
Outdoor pursuits inherently involve challenge and occasional setback. Learning to windsurf requires persistence through multiple attempts; completing a high ropes course demands sustained effort. These experiences build determination and resilience, teaching young people that perseverance leads to success. Research indicates that facing and overcoming outdoor challenges helps students develop resilience and adaptability that serves them throughout life.
Problem-solving in outdoor environments often requires innovative thinking. Whether navigating an orienteering course, developing strategies for team challenges, or adapting to changing weather conditions during paddle sports, participants must think creatively. Studies suggest that time spent in nature and outdoor activities positively influences critical and creative thinking skills, with natural environments fostering the innovation and imagination essential for future success.
Perhaps one of the most profound benefits of outdoor learning is the development of independence. When young people take the helm of a sailing dinghy or make decisions on a climbing route, they experience genuine autonomy. They learn to assess risks, make informed choices, and take responsibility for outcomes. This cultivation of independence and self-reliance is particularly valuable for young people who may have limited opportunities for such experiences in their daily lives.
Outdoor activities provide unique opportunities for young people to step outside their comfort zones and discover capabilities they didn't know they possessed. Whether mastering a new sailing manoeuvre or reaching the top of a climbing wall, each achievement builds self-belief. Research from the Educational Endowment Foundation confirms that outdoor adventure learning may have positive impacts on self-efficacy and motivation, with these non-cognitive skills potentially transferring to enhanced classroom engagement.
From coordinating movements in a kayak to working together on team leadership challenges, outdoor activities naturally foster collaborative skills. The dynamic outdoor environment creates situations where success depends on effective communication and cooperation. As noted in educational literature, collaborative learning during practical outdoor tasks enhances interpersonal skills through increased social interaction, developing young people's capacity to work effectively with peers and adults alike.
The outdoor setting demands clear, effective communication. Whether giving sailing instructions, problem-solving during team games, or ensuring safety during climbing activities, participants quickly learn that articulate expression and active listening are essential. These communication skills, developed on the water or up a climbing wall, translate directly to improved interactions in academic and social contexts.
Outdoor pursuits inherently involve challenge and occasional setback. Learning to windsurf requires persistence through multiple attempts; completing a high ropes course demands sustained effort. These experiences build determination and resilience, teaching young people that perseverance leads to success. Research indicates that facing and overcoming outdoor challenges helps students develop resilience and adaptability that serves them throughout life.
Problem-solving in outdoor environments often requires innovative thinking. Whether navigating an orienteering course, developing strategies for team challenges, or adapting to changing weather conditions during paddle sports, participants must think creatively. Studies suggest that time spent in nature and outdoor activities positively influences critical and creative thinking skills, with natural environments fostering the innovation and imagination essential for future success.
Perhaps one of the most profound benefits of outdoor learning is the development of independence. When young people take the helm of a sailing dinghy or make decisions on a climbing route, they experience genuine autonomy. They learn to assess risks, make informed choices, and take responsibility for outcomes. This cultivation of independence and self-reliance is particularly valuable for young people who may have limited opportunities for such experiences in their daily lives.
Our sailing, windsurfing, winging and power boating hub. The centre is positioned on the beach with access to a training lake in Princes Park.
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Our river paddling location. Discover the meander. Explore the tidal river and Cuckmere haven. Navigate Friston Forest on foot or mountain bike.
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The Buzz Active Eastbourne team run sailing, windsurfing, powerboating, and paddle sport activities, wing foil and wing
The Buzz Active Cuckmere team deliver kayak, open canoe, paddleboard, improvised rafting, Katakanu and XL SUP activities as well as orienteering and woodland activities.
Daily duties will include the setting up for and delivery of courses and sessions for the applicable qualifications held, maintenance and upkeep of the equipment, assistance with hire concessions and residential activities.
We encourage working across multiple sites and support you in developing skills that develop you across the Buzz Active offer.
Under 18? We are open to engaging with development Instructors and assistant instructors at our sites.
Join the teamAcross two locations in Sussex, offering activities on and off the water. There is an adventure to suit everyone at Buzz Active.
Great places to learn and become part of a club that includes windsurfing, paddle boarding, sailing and more. The staff are friendly and professional. Highly recommend.
G Grum
Eastbourne
The family did a windsurf taster day and it was a good fun, perfect to see if it's for you, we even had ago in the sea....we most definitely be back next summer
Lorena Winstanley
Eastbourne
I am immensely grateful to Buzz Active and all your staff for enabling Mason to take part in such activities through the HAF scheme which means learning new skills and bringing confidence out in him is worth everything . My son has always loved the water , it is his happy place and I'm so glad I book him with Buzz active this week!
Jemma Hawkins
Eastbourne
The team at Buzz Active helped to organise a brilliant session and made the whole process very enjoyable. Thank you.
Luke Major
Cuckmere
incredibly professional.
Thomas Teixiera
Eastbourne
Very professional and helpful staff.
J Saunders
Eastbourne
I just wanted to say what a fantastic time my son and I had on Saturdays beach trip, our guide was just so sweet and made the tour so enjoyable.
Caroline Coxall
Cuckmere
Took my grandsons, 9 & 6 for paddle boarding, both thoroughly enjoyed it. The instructor was really really good. All very well organized, highly recommend.
Peter Cook
Cuckmere
Absolutely fantastic, my paddle board instructor was Connor a lovely lad who puts you at ease ,i had the most amazing time, I would highly recommend going whatever your age I'm not a spring chicken but however now feel like one !
Bernadette Fitton
Cuckmere
What a fantastic experience I had. I was a little apprehensive being 62 but I needn’t of worried. My instructor Aston was fantastic she put me at ease the moment we met, and was very patient particularly when I fell in!. I wouldn’t hesitate in recommending the Company to anyone.
Wendy McGurrin
Cuckmere
thank you for the amazing residential we had this week. It was fantastic from start to finish. All the staff were superb,
Daisy and George on site and all of the staff down at the water on Tuesday.
The children had the best time and have gone home with so many amazing memories.
Rachel Barrett
Bushy Wood
THANK YOU! To all leaders, we all thank you for this wonderful trip you have given us. It has been the
best time ever EVER. You are all great!! See you soon, yours sincerely - the students
Ticehurst and Flimwell Year 6
Bushy Wood
Booked a taster session, kayak and paddle board, for my kids (aged 8 and 11).
Instructor was fantastic and they had a great time. All the gear was provided and they were well looked after, learning the basics and having a lot of fun while doing it.
Ian Collie
Eastbourne
Very good service. Had a windsurfing lesson here and would definitely recommend lessons here
Shaun Tang
Eastbourne
Brought a group of scouts out here for a day on the water and what an amazing experience we all had with a group of nearly 50 kids and I couldn't rate the instructors highly enough. The whole team were excellent and engaged our cubs and scouts for the whole day.
Andy Cooper
Cuckmere
My children had an awesome time doing the water-sports session in Eastbourne.
Easy to book, value for money and lovely, enthusiastic and encouraging staff working with the children.
Sarah Lulham
Eastbourne
I just wanted to say a big thankyou to all of you. you were so helpful with my booking the clubs for this summer. George and the rest of the camp staff were really friendly and my twin girls had just the best time.
Sacha Minns
Cuckmere and Bushy Wood
We had a fantastic week at Bushy Wood and would like to thank everyone involved. The campsite itself is excellent and perfectly suited our needs. The facilities were outstanding, particularly the toilet and shower blocks, which were clean, modern and greatly appreciated by both Scouts and leaders throughout the week.
70th Portsmouth Scouts
Bushy Wood
Great places to learn and become part of a club that includes windsurfing, paddle boarding, sailing and more. The staff are friendly and professional. Highly recommend.
G Grum
Eastbourne
The family did a windsurf taster day and it was a good fun, perfect to see if it's for you, we even had ago in the sea....we most definitely be back next summer
Lorena Winstanley
Eastbourne
I am immensely grateful to Buzz Active and all your staff for enabling Mason to take part in such activities through the HAF scheme which means learning new skills and bringing confidence out in him is worth everything . My son has always loved the water , it is his happy place and I'm so glad I book him with Buzz active this week!
Jemma Hawkins
Eastbourne
The team at Buzz Active helped to organise a brilliant session and made the whole process very enjoyable. Thank you.
Luke Major
Cuckmere
incredibly professional.
Thomas Teixiera
Eastbourne
Very professional and helpful staff.
J Saunders
Eastbourne
I just wanted to say what a fantastic time my son and I had on Saturdays beach trip, our guide was just so sweet and made the tour so enjoyable.
Caroline Coxall
Cuckmere
Took my grandsons, 9 & 6 for paddle boarding, both thoroughly enjoyed it. The instructor was really really good. All very well organized, highly recommend.
Peter Cook
Cuckmere
Absolutely fantastic, my paddle board instructor was Connor a lovely lad who puts you at ease ,i had the most amazing time, I would highly recommend going whatever your age I'm not a spring chicken but however now feel like one !
Bernadette Fitton
Cuckmere
What a fantastic experience I had. I was a little apprehensive being 62 but I needn’t of worried. My instructor Aston was fantastic she put me at ease the moment we met, and was very patient particularly when I fell in!. I wouldn’t hesitate in recommending the Company to anyone.
Wendy McGurrin
Cuckmere
thank you for the amazing residential we had this week. It was fantastic from start to finish. All the staff were superb,
Daisy and George on site and all of the staff down at the water on Tuesday.
The children had the best time and have gone home with so many amazing memories.
Rachel Barrett
Bushy Wood
THANK YOU! To all leaders, we all thank you for this wonderful trip you have given us. It has been the
best time ever EVER. You are all great!! See you soon, yours sincerely - the students
Ticehurst and Flimwell Year 6
Bushy Wood
Booked a taster session, kayak and paddle board, for my kids (aged 8 and 11).
Instructor was fantastic and they had a great time. All the gear was provided and they were well looked after, learning the basics and having a lot of fun while doing it.
Ian Collie
Eastbourne
Very good service. Had a windsurfing lesson here and would definitely recommend lessons here
Shaun Tang
Eastbourne
Brought a group of scouts out here for a day on the water and what an amazing experience we all had with a group of nearly 50 kids and I couldn't rate the instructors highly enough. The whole team were excellent and engaged our cubs and scouts for the whole day.
Andy Cooper
Cuckmere
My children had an awesome time doing the water-sports session in Eastbourne.
Easy to book, value for money and lovely, enthusiastic and encouraging staff working with the children.
Sarah Lulham
Eastbourne
I just wanted to say a big thankyou to all of you. you were so helpful with my booking the clubs for this summer. George and the rest of the camp staff were really friendly and my twin girls had just the best time.
Sacha Minns
Cuckmere and Bushy Wood
We had a fantastic week at Bushy Wood and would like to thank everyone involved. The campsite itself is excellent and perfectly suited our needs. The facilities were outstanding, particularly the toilet and shower blocks, which were clean, modern and greatly appreciated by both Scouts and leaders throughout the week.
70th Portsmouth Scouts
Bushy Wood
Great places to learn and become part of a club that includes windsurfing, paddle boarding, sailing and more. The staff are friendly and professional. Highly recommend.
G Grum
Eastbourne
The family did a windsurf taster day and it was a good fun, perfect to see if it's for you, we even had ago in the sea....we most definitely be back next summer
Lorena Winstanley
Eastbourne
I am immensely grateful to Buzz Active and all your staff for enabling Mason to take part in such activities through the HAF scheme which means learning new skills and bringing confidence out in him is worth everything . My son has always loved the water , it is his happy place and I'm so glad I book him with Buzz active this week!
Jemma Hawkins
Eastbourne
The team at Buzz Active helped to organise a brilliant session and made the whole process very enjoyable. Thank you.
Luke Major
Cuckmere
incredibly professional.
Thomas Teixiera
Eastbourne
Very professional and helpful staff.
J Saunders
Eastbourne
I just wanted to say what a fantastic time my son and I had on Saturdays beach trip, our guide was just so sweet and made the tour so enjoyable.
Caroline Coxall
Cuckmere
Took my grandsons, 9 & 6 for paddle boarding, both thoroughly enjoyed it. The instructor was really really good. All very well organized, highly recommend.
Peter Cook
Cuckmere
Absolutely fantastic, my paddle board instructor was Connor a lovely lad who puts you at ease ,i had the most amazing time, I would highly recommend going whatever your age I'm not a spring chicken but however now feel like one !
Bernadette Fitton
Cuckmere
What a fantastic experience I had. I was a little apprehensive being 62 but I needn’t of worried. My instructor Aston was fantastic she put me at ease the moment we met, and was very patient particularly when I fell in!. I wouldn’t hesitate in recommending the Company to anyone.
Wendy McGurrin
Cuckmere
thank you for the amazing residential we had this week. It was fantastic from start to finish. All the staff were superb,
Daisy and George on site and all of the staff down at the water on Tuesday.
The children had the best time and have gone home with so many amazing memories.
Rachel Barrett
Bushy Wood
THANK YOU! To all leaders, we all thank you for this wonderful trip you have given us. It has been the
best time ever EVER. You are all great!! See you soon, yours sincerely - the students
Ticehurst and Flimwell Year 6
Bushy Wood
Booked a taster session, kayak and paddle board, for my kids (aged 8 and 11).
Instructor was fantastic and they had a great time. All the gear was provided and they were well looked after, learning the basics and having a lot of fun while doing it.
Ian Collie
Eastbourne
Very good service. Had a windsurfing lesson here and would definitely recommend lessons here
Shaun Tang
Eastbourne
Brought a group of scouts out here for a day on the water and what an amazing experience we all had with a group of nearly 50 kids and I couldn't rate the instructors highly enough. The whole team were excellent and engaged our cubs and scouts for the whole day.
Andy Cooper
Cuckmere
My children had an awesome time doing the water-sports session in Eastbourne.
Easy to book, value for money and lovely, enthusiastic and encouraging staff working with the children.
Sarah Lulham
Eastbourne
I just wanted to say a big thankyou to all of you. you were so helpful with my booking the clubs for this summer. George and the rest of the camp staff were really friendly and my twin girls had just the best time.
Sacha Minns
Cuckmere and Bushy Wood
We had a fantastic week at Bushy Wood and would like to thank everyone involved. The campsite itself is excellent and perfectly suited our needs. The facilities were outstanding, particularly the toilet and shower blocks, which were clean, modern and greatly appreciated by both Scouts and leaders throughout the week.
70th Portsmouth Scouts
Bushy Wood
