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GoSport Activity Centre · Hampshire

More adventure.
More together.

Unforgettable activities, trusted childcare and confident young people — across Hampshire.

Adults and children enjoying kayaking together at GoSport
Our story

From a passion for paddling.

Our story began with a shared passion for paddling and giving people the chance to get out on the water.

Alex and Nathan set up the company to bring watersports to the local community. Today, GoSport brings together water and land activities, holiday camps, school programmes, group days, training and a waterfront community.

From a first paddle to a shared challenge, our experienced instructors help people learn new skills and make lasting memories.

A participant enjoying a GoSport kayaking session
The team behind GoSport

Meet the people.

A shared love of the outdoors. A team that enjoys helping other people discover it.

Alex Merrifield

Co-founder & director

Alex began instructing at Gosport Scout Kayaking in 2010. He set up the company alongside Nathan to continue his passion for providing watersports to the local community, developing his skills and qualifications along the way.

Nathan Cole

Co-founder & director

Nathan started paddling at Gosport Scout Kayaking in 2008. His paddling and instructing have taken him around the country, providing sessions for Scouting, Girlguiding, CCF, Cadets, businesses and many more.

Alex Merrifield, GoSport co-founder and directorA member of the GoSport team outdoors
DofE Expedition Approved Activity Provider

An expedition to be proud of.

The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Expedition Approved Activity Provider

Duke of Edinburgh’s Award

GoSport is a DofE Approved Activity Provider for the Expedition section. We support Bronze, Silver and Gold canoe and kayak expeditions, from preparation and training to practice and qualifying journeys.

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Awards & recognition

Recognition for the work we do.

Winner2026

Best Use of Technology

Hampshire Business Awards 2026 · Business Awards UK

Recognising the systems that support our activities, bookings, parent communications and day-to-day work.

View the award results

Commitment to Supporting Talent in Business

Gosport Business Awards 2026 · Shortlisted.

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Independent Tourism Hospitality Business of the Year

Gosport Business Awards 2026 · Shortlisted.

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Plan with confidence

A day with GoSport.

Ofsted-registered childcare

GoSport Activity Centre is registered on the Compulsory Childcare Register. URN 2686469.

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Practical support for schools

Plan your visit with programme ideas, safety information, parent resources and our team.

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Learning on the water

Explore our Paddlesport Safety & Rescue and Paddlesports Instructor courses.

Explore training

Find your kind of GoSport.

A day on the water, a school adventure, a holiday camp or good times with your people.

Visit GoSport

We’d love to hear from you.

Come and find your kind of day at Brodrick Hall, Gosport.

Talk to us about a first visit, a group programme, a celebration or becoming part of the club.

Brodrick Hall
Clayhall Road
Gosport
PO12 2BY

Get directions

info@gosportactivitycentre.co.uk