Rowing crew training on a river in an eight-person racing shell with a coxswain.

University Watersports Centre

A short walk from Highfield, on the banks of the River Itchen, the University Watersports Centre is home to our water-based sports, such as sailing, powerboating and windsurfing. 

Watersports are extremely popular at ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ thanks to our location close to ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ Water, the Solent and the Isle of Wight. Situated on the bank of the River Itchen, the University Watersports Centre is ideally located for river-based, inshore and offshore courses and training.

When you visit the centre you’ll find: 

  • access to the River Itchen for kayaks, sailing boats and powerboats 
  • fully equipped training classrooms 
  • a rifle and archery range 

Location and opening times

Take a video tour

Explore our facilities from the comfort of your home with our virtual tour videos. You’ll get a sense of what's on offer, and hopefully we’ll see you in person soon! 

    • University Watersports Centre

      Let us show you around the centre on a sunny spring day.
    • ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ Sailing Club

      Take a virtual tour of ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ Sailing club, home to our sailing and windsurfing sessions for all levels and abilities.

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