Our sea kayaking courses are designed to make you a better paddler. We tailor our courses for those interested in learning sea kayaking basics, those who want to improve their paddling skill level and those who intend to be responsible for others on the water whether as professional or recreational paddlers. Our courses are approved by the Irish Canoe Union and certificates are issued upon the completion of each course.

Our courses offer a comprehensive programme in all the necessary skills in sea kayaking. They can be structured to fit over one or two days and are the perfect combination of weekend getaway and learning opportunity. Small group sizes ensure that our professional instructors can respond directly to your needs and allow you to learn kayaking in a way that prioritizes safety and develops confidence on the water.

In addition to general paddling skills, our courses cover complimentary skills such as navigation, tides, weather, advanced sea kayaking techniques, the packing of boats for extended tours, route-planning, weather forecasting basics and technical stroke improvement. The importance of appropriate judgment calls and seamanship skills are emphasized throughout these programs.

We also offer a course in a heated swimming pool that allows you to practise (and practise and practise!) the art of Eskimo rolling your kayak!  Courses can be tailor-made so please call us to discuss your ideas and requirements. Click for course schedule

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