Welcome to the Ahoy Centre

We are a charity that changes people’s lives and builds life skills through sailing, rowing, powerboating and other activities on and off the water. We offer opportunities for disadvantaged, at-risk and disabled young people to engage in activities and courses on an equal level with other young people from a wide range of backgrounds. We regularly witness how participants’ behaviour and attitudes to education change when they are given the opportunity to develop their skills, team work and confidence on our programmes. AHOY opens doors that lead to fulfilling careers and provides skills to help participants make positive choices in their future lives.

Walk The Thames Loop!

We’re thrilled to announce The Thames Loop – South East London’s newest fundraising walk!

📅 Saturday 26th September
🚶 Choose from a 5-mile or 10-mile route
📍 Starting and finishing at The Ahoy Centre

Follow the beautiful River Thames, receive your exclusive Thames Loop T-shirt, and celebrate your achievement with us at our finishers’ party back at the centre.

Every step you take will help support The Ahoy Centre, giving young people across South East London the chance to experience sailing, rowing and powerboating on the River Thames.

These opportunities do so much more than get young people out on the water. They help build confidence, develop teamwork and communication skills, and create life-changing experiences. Thanks to our supporters, most of our programmes are free or heavily subsidised, making them accessible to children and young people who might otherwise miss out.

Will you walk with us? 💙

Sign up today Here

Support Us

There are plenty of ways to get involved, whether you want to donate today, take on a challenge or volunteer. Your support will help change lives when it is needed more than ever.