Kayaking
Kayak is an enjoyable, easy to learn watersports activity that can be individual, group or family orientated. Al-Shaheen can introduce you to Sea Kayaking using either sit on Kayaks or Sea Kayaks. Our trips run around the idyllic mangroves of Umm Al Quain, amongst the pristine beaches of Ras Al Khaimah & Fujairah and up to the incredible sea cliffs in Northern Oman. Close encounters with incredible wildlife are commonplace: turtles, flying fish, flamingoes, foxes and gazelles can often be spotted in the areas we use.
We aim to provide quality training, adventurous paddling and excellent group safety in superb kayaking locations. You’ll be in good hands with our staff, whose worldwide experience allows you to relax and enjoy the paddling.
BASIC COURSES
Introduction to sit on kayaks (Half day)
Pre-Requisites: None required.
An exciting and fun based session covering all the basics of boat-handling and required safety information followed by a short journey around the local area.
Introduction to sit on kayaks (Full day)
Pre-Requisites: None required.
The basic skills will be taught as well as rescue techniques. The aim of the course is to give you the confidence to progress on to more advanced paddling on the sea.
Discover Sit on Kayaks (2 days)
Pre-Requisites: None required.
This is a fast developing recreational side of paddle sport. This course is a great opportunity to learn the basics of paddling a sit on kayak. During the weekend we will be developing your boat handling skills, safety awareness and confidence. All our sessions use sheltered water. A great introduction to sit on kayaks regardless of your age.
Learn to Kayak (2 days)
Pre-Requisites: Should be confident paddling on flat water.
This course gives you the best possible introduction to paddle sport. You’ll be amazed at how rapidly you progress from beginner to confident paddler. Using our fleet of sea kayaks, you’ll be introduced to lots of boat handling skills and safety/rescue techniques. After developing the basic skills in the local area of Al Hamra you’ll go on to paddle along the beautiful coastline. By the end of your course, you’ll have gained a huge amount of paddling skills and be ready to progress in this exciting sport.
Doubles Sea Kayaking (2 days)
Pre-Requisites: None required.
This exciting course in doubles sea kayaks is a great way of introducing your partner or friend to the amazing environment that sea kayaking can offer. You will both learn the basic skills that will open up the exciting world of sea kayaking.
ADVANCED COURSES
Rough Water Boat Handling (2 days)
Pre-Requisites: Should be a fit and capable paddler with previous sea kayaking experience.
The aim of the course focuses on rough water techniques. This will give you greater confidence and skill in open water, tide races and surf. We also cover relevant planning, safety and rescue skills. You can expect to leave this weekend as a much more capable rough water sea paddler. As you might imagine, the intention is to visit some of the best sea kayaking venues which should add plenty of atmosphere to the weekend.
Sea and Surf Weekend (2 days)
Pre-Requisites: Should be a capable flat water paddler and have attended ‘Learn to Kayak’
You will love this weekend! Making the most of the local conditions, an introduction to surfing and the thrills of coastal paddling. You’ll learn new techniques to maximize your enjoyment of these new challenges. Rolling skills, surfing waves and rock hopping are all a feature of the weekend. You’re certain to leave wanting more!
Discover Sea Kayaking (4 days / 2 weekends)
Pre-Requisites: Should have attended a ‘Learn to Kayak’ course or have good basic paddling skills at about 2 star standard.
If you have never paddled on the sea before this is a really good introduction. Sea kayaking is the fastest growing canoeing activity - this course shows you why! The freedom and adventure of sea touring offers a wealth of experience, from coastal exploration of sheltered bays to negotiating surf beaches and sea cliffs. Using specialist sea kayaks, you’ll learn new boat handling skills, trip planning and basic navigation. There’s no better way to discover the marine environment - in your kayak you’ll share the water with sea turtles, razorbills and other marine fauna. You should leave this course as a proficient sea paddler, ready for an even greater adventure. Please note this course is not suitable if you are a beginner paddler.
Sea Kayak Skills (4 days / 2 weekends)
Pre-Requisites: Should have previous experience of sea kayaking and be confident in force 3 conditions.
This course bridges the gap between Discover Sea Kayak. The aim of this week is to introduce you to more challenging locations, tide races and offshore islands. Throughout the week you will develop your boat handling and confidence. You will be encouraged to get involved in all aspects of trip planning and on the water you will be helped to develop your practical navigation and also run practical workshops on safety and rescue skills.
Kayak Expedition Courses (4 days)
Pre-Requisites: Should have previous experience of sea kayaking and be able to paddle 9km a day.
Our expeditions will take you paddling in some of the most exciting sea touring that the UAE has to offer. Discover the thrills of kayaking adventure and join the ever-growing band of people who have experienced our adventurous, well-organized and great value expeditions. Sea kayaking in the Mussandam area on the East coast of UAE offers some of the most beautiful coastlines and islands. All group and personal equipment will be provided. Courses will be certificated and will run in lines with the British Canoe Union (BCU) star awards.
For booking and more information please contact
Stephen Connelly
Head Of Operations
+971 50 8299565
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