Frequently Asked Questions
*Under 18’s must have their parent or legally appointed guardian with them on every session.
Older siblings, aunts/uncles, grand parents do not apply.
Directions to the coasteering venue will be attached in your confirmation email.
1. What do I need for coasteering?
All you need for coasteering in Pembrokeshire is a towel and trainers to wear in the sea. Also, if you have them with you, swimming trunks to go on top of the wetsuit would be ideal.
2. Do I need to bring a wetsuit?
We supply everyone with a wetsuit, buoyancy aid and helmet.
3. Do I have to do all the jumps?
All the jumps are optional. You can swim around the whole route without doing any jumping – the day is yours to do with as you please! It is our job to encourage you, but there is no pressure to do something if you really don’t want to.
4. Does it need to be high tide?
No! Every venue is great at high or low tide! Usually low tide exposes more sea caves to explore and smaller jumps. You can check the tide times at https://www.tidetimes.org.uk/tenby-tide-times.
5. Do I need to be a strong swimmer?
Everything you wear for a coasteering session makes you float! So as long as you can doggy paddle you’ll be fine. Additionally, all lead instructors for coasteering are qualified beach lifeguards.
6. Where do we meet you?
Once you have completed the booking process, you should receive an email with directions attached. We will meet you at the designated car park, with all the kit ready to go!
7. How are your instructors qualified?
Lead instructors must either be signed off by our technical advisor or be a qualified NCC coasteering guide. They also need to have a water qualification, such as Beach Lifeguard and be first aid trained.
8. Could the session be cancelled?
If the sea is too rough then the session may be postponed or cancelled. We will let you know our decision in advance.
9. Why does a parent or legally appointed guardian need to be on session?
To allow under 18’s to join on certain adventurous activities in the UK, providers need special licensing. This is something we intend to look at in the future but for the time being, we’re happy to try get the parents involved too!
https://www.hse.gov.uk/aala/general-information.htm
10. Are you insured?
We are insured by Activities Aim Mutual, a leading insurance mutual in the outdoor sector.