Kids & Youth

There are so many opportunities for young people to get involved at CYE. With activity days, sailing courses, holiday camps, youth events, training and volunteering opportunities - this is YOUR place!

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Camps

Our residential camps take place in the school holidays. They're filled to the brim with wild activities, great fun, connection with friends and inspired invitations for spiritual growth.

Ignite

For ages 9 – 12, Ignite is the name for our camps that bring wild adventure and faith exploration to our youngest group of campers. There’s a shorter event in the spring and full-sized camps in summer. Plus, for those wanting to ‘try out’ CYE and see if camp vibes are their thing, Ignite sleepover in the autumn is open to ages 7 – 10 for one night filled to the brim with fun.

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Blaze

These are our camps for young people ages 12-15. You can find Blaze events in spring, summer and autumn! Each camp has an action-packed programme of activities, themed wide-games, time hanging out with friends and plenty of general silliness. There'll also be inspiring talks, helping you to grow in your faith, plus worship and support from discussion groups.

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Inferno

These high-action summer camps are for people aged 15-18. Get stuck into activities galore; often with the chance to try out high performance sailing, or kick back with friends and chill out on the water if that’s more your thing! Inferno campers are definitely not too old for themed games – expect challenge, hilarity, mess and a unique kind of fun that many come back for year after year. Plus inspirational speakers and opportunities to grow in your faith in life-changing ways.

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Activity Opportunities

Come to CYE and try out our activities, or upskill with our courses for young people.

Multi ACtivity Days

Come for the day to enjoy instructor-led activities on and off the water. These days take place at various times through the season.

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Sail and Paddle courses

A chance to get qualified in watersports. CYE is affiliated with the Royal Yachting Association (RYA) and we're qualified to teach and assess the RYA sailing levels. We're also joined to Paddle UK, and offer courses that can help to equip you with excellent kayak-handling skills.

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Contact us for tailored experiences for your kids

We’re always happy to work with guests to tailor an event that best meets what's needed.  Let's talk about how to create your perfect event.

(01243) 573375
9am-1pm and 2pm-5pm with voicemail out of hours
(01243) 575131
Out-of-hours emergency contact number
admin@cye.org.uk
Christian Youth Enterprises Sailing Centre,
Jubilee Building,
Chidham,
Chichester,
West Sussex PO18 8TE
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Events Calendar

Click on the events below to find out more or to book.

Multi Activity Days May 2026
Start date:
16 May 26
End date:
17 May 26
Age range:
8 - 15
Multi Activity Days May 2026
Our best option if you want to have a go at everything! Usually, a combination of one water activity and one land activity; multi-activity days allow us the flexibility to choose our
activities based on the conditions on the day ensuring that you get the best possible experience.

A great opportunity to meet new people and try something new and an excellent introduction to water sports.

NB: Activities may be repeated on consecutive days.

Please email admin@cye.org.uk if this event is full and you would like to be added to a waiting list.
Price:
£64.00 Per Day
Accommodation:
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Closing date:
14 May 26
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Ignite Blast 2026
Start date:
26 May 26
End date:
28 May 26
Age range:
8 - 11
Ignite Blast 2026
3 days of fun on water & land activities, challenges, games, songs, campfires, talks, craft and more. Winner!

Ignite Blast for 8 - 11s offers an opportunity to progress from the younger Ignite Sleepover (7-10s) and is a great taster ahead of our longer camps for ages 9+.
Price:
£148.00 For Whole Event
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24 May 26
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Ignite (9-12)
Training Course:
RYA Stage 1 May (8-15)
Start date:
30 May 26
End date:
31 May 26
Age range:
8 - 15
RYA Stage 1 May (8-15)
Join us for RYA Youth Sailing Scheme Stages at CYE! Our instructors deliver the full RYA Stages syllabus in engaging, hands-on sessions – building skills, safety awareness and confidence on the water. Following RYA Stages 1,2,3 and 4 will take your young sailors from complete beginner to confident helm in a safe and fun environment (please note each Stage takes 2 days to complete).

Stage 1 – Start Sailing
A gentle introduction with no prior experience required. On this course you will learn the basics of sailing, parts of the boat and how to launch, recover and steer.

Progression Requirements
Please note, you must complete each stage before moving to the next – it’s a step-by-step journey.
Stage 1 - Stage 2
Stage 2 - Stage 3
Stage 3 - Stage 4
Price:
£191.00 For Whole Event
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28 May 26
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RYA Stage 2 May (8-15)
Start date:
30 May 26
End date:
31 May 26
Age range:
8 - 15
RYA Stage 2 May (8-15)
Join us for RYA Youth Sailing Scheme Stages at CYE! Our instructors deliver the full RYA Stages syllabus in engaging, hands-on sessions – building skills, safety awareness and confidence on the water. Following RYA Stages 1,2,3 and 4 will take your young sailors from complete beginner to confident helm in a safe and fun environment (please note each Stage takes 2 days to complete).

Stage 2 – Basic Skills
Building on from Stage 1, sailors will continue to develop basic sailing skills, including taking and controlling a boats speed. This course will also include holistic sailing such as basic ropework and rules of the road. This course looks to grow a young sailors confidence sailing and is excellent preparation to progress to stage 3

Progression Requirements
Please note, you must complete each stage before moving to the next – it’s a step-by-step journey.
Stage 1 - Stage 2
Stage 2 - Stage 3
Stage 3 - Stage 4
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£191.00 For Whole Event
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Non Residential
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28 May 26
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RYA Stage 3/4 May (8-15)
Start date:
30 May 26
End date:
31 May 26
Age range:
8 - 15
RYA Stage 3/4 May (8-15)
Join us for RYA Youth Sailing Scheme Stages at CYE! Our instructors deliver the full RYA Stages syllabus in engaging, hands-on sessions – building skills, safety awareness and confidence on the water. Following RYA Stages 1,2,3 and 4 will take your young sailors from complete beginner to confident helm in a safe and fun environment (please note each Stage takes 2 days to complete).

Stage 3 and 4 - improver and advanced skills
Stage 3 and 4 will develop a sailors basic sailing skills to an improved or advanced level. This course will continue to cover rigging and sailing techniques, sailing theory, launching and recovery skills. Stage 4 applies all of the skills learnt up to and including Stage 3 but in double handed boats, allowing development as a helm or crew.

Progression Requirements
Please note, you must complete each stage before moving to the next – it’s a step-by-step journey.
Stage 1 - Stage 2
Stage 2 - Stage 3
Stage 3 - Stage 4
Price:
£191.00 For Whole Event
Accommodation:
Non Residential
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28 May 26
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RYA Stage 2 July (8-15)
Start date:
18 Jul 26
End date:
19 Jul 26
Age range:
8 - 15
RYA Stage 2 July (8-15)
Join us for RYA Youth Sailing Scheme Stages at CYE! Our instructors deliver the full RYA Stages syllabus in engaging, hands-on sessions – building skills, safety awareness and confidence on the water. Following RYA Stages 1,2,3 and 4 will take your young sailors from complete beginner to confident helm in a safe and fun environment (please note each Stage takes 2 days to complete).

Stage 2 – Basic Skills
Building on from Stage 1, sailors will continue to develop basic sailing skills, including taking and controlling a boats speed. This course will also include holistic sailing such as basic ropework and rules of the road. This course looks to grow a young sailors confidence sailing and is excellent preparation to progress to stage 3

Progression Requirements
Please note, you must complete each stage before moving to the next – it’s a step-by-step journey.
Stage 1 - Stage 2
Stage 2 - Stage 3
Stage 3 - Stage 4
Price:
£191.00 For Whole Event
Accommodation:
Non Residential
Closing date:
16 Jul 26
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