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We offer a full range of instruction
courses from beginner to advanced. We keep our instructor to group ratio
small to ensure quality instruction. From foundation techniques for beginners
to advanced guided trips through the Corryvreckan. Using our extensive
knowledge of the local area we can tailor a session to suit your requirements.
So whether you want to just try sea kayaking or
progress through the BCU Star Award Scheme or learn the advanced skills
in the water of the West Coast we can offer you the opportunity to reach
your potential.
You can bring your own boats and equipment
our use ours.
Bespoke/private courses
Tailor made for you and your group. Our normal mode
of operation. There is an almost infinite variety. Please contact
us to discuss your requirements.
BCU/SCA courses
1 - 4 star and rescue.
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The
following is just a sample of what we offer.
Introduction
to Sea Kayaking
In the beautiful sheltered waters on the east and north of Seil we will
introduce you to Sea Kayaking. Starting with the basic skills in the morning,
followed by lunch on a small island we could end the day with a gentle
paddle towards the Atlantic Bridge, and wind and tide permitting take
in a drink at the famous Tigh na Truish Inn. On previous trips our clients
have encountered seals, feral goats, otters, heron, buzzard, sea eagle,
roe deer and dolphins. This truly is the perfect introduction to Sea Kayaking.
The BCU/SCA
1 star award can be taken on any of these courses.
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Around
the Isle of Seil
This trip is more exposed taking in the west and south coasts, you will
experience open water paddling and tide races - under the supervision
of our experienced instructor. With breaks for lunch
and to explore, this is an excellent course for those wanting longer days
on the water.
The pictures show locations on the west coast of Seil . TOP
Expeditions
Anything from a two day trip with an overnight camp to multi day trips
in our local area or further afield to the Western Isles or Shetland or
anywhere in between.
Camping equipment can be hired from us if required.
The pictures show a sea cave off Shetland and campsites
around the Sound of Luing TOP
Garvellachs
trip
Involving an open crossing this trip could be combined with the Scarba
trip or any of the islands in the Sound of Luing.
On one trip we saw seals, sea eagles, dolphins
and otters.

The picture shows the Garvellachs with Belnahua
in the foreground. TOP
Round
Scarba trip
Taking in the tide races of Cuan sound, the Corryvreckan
the sound of Luing and the Grey Dogs. TOP
Round
Luing trip
A good trip for those who want to broaden their experience and put to
practice their skill in the tide races of the sound of Luing it could
be combined with a visit to the slate island of Belnahua. TOP
Introduction
to tide races and moving water techniques for sea kayakers
Using the more sheltered tide races in the Firth of Lorne this course
will provide and develop the planning, skills, and techniques required
to confidently deal with moving water on the sea. TOP
Advanced
tide races
These will take place in the Grey Dogs and Cuan Sound on our doorstep.
We can even show you the Grey Dog itself !! By using the different channels
waves and eddies and techniques we can tailor the session for different
abilities.

The picture shows the first wave in the main wave train of the Grey Dog
tide race at the end of the second hour of tidal flow when the tidal range
was 1.9m. TOP
Rescues
and incidents for sea kayakers
Looking at the best of modern techniques and equipment to give the sea
kayaker safe simple procedures to look after themselves and others. As
this course will involve swimming dry suits will be provided.
Progression will be made from sheltered water to
more exposed water to allow students to build confidence at their own
speed. TOP
Advanced
rescues and incidents for sea kayakers
Rescues in more challenging conditions involving wind, waves and current.
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Navigation for sea kayakers
A study of tidal planning chart and map work followed
by practical applications. TOP
BCU courses
BCU/SCA 1 Star
Training and Assessment
This can be covered on any of our courses.
The 1 Star is a clear stepping stone to becoming a paddler. Designed as
a basic award, the one star is the level people would typically reach
after an introductory course of six hours quality water time.
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BCU/SCA
2 Star
This is an improvement award that helps paddlers develop fundamental paddlesport
skills on flat water. The emphasis is on gaining a breadth of experience,
creating the desired movement of the boat and developing an understanding
into how the paddle, boat and water interact. As
our coaches each hold the sea, white water and open boat coach awards
we are well suited to providing the "alternative craft" aspect
of this course.
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for syllabus details.
Training Dates
Assessment Dates
Or by arrangement.TOP
BCU/SCA
3 Star Sea
To train and recognise the level of skill, understanding, and knowledge
of an able improving sea paddler
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for syllabus details.
Training
Dates
Assessment Dates
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Sea
Kayak Scotland 4 Star Sea Leader Award Refresher.
A one day top up or pre entry couse
to develop and check your skills if aspiring to this award.
Dates TBA
Or by arrangement.
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Sea
Kayak Scotland 5 Star Sea Leader Award Refresher.
A one day top up or pre entry couse
to develop and check your skills if aspiring to this award.
Dates TBA
Or by arrangement. TOP
BCU/SCA 4 Star White Water Leader.
Successful performance at this level
indicates that a candidate has the skill level required to lead a group
of 4 competent paddlers (not including themselves) in appropriate locations,
up to moderate conditions.
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for syllabus details.
Training
Dates
Assessment Dates
Or by arrangement. TOP
BCU/SCA Foundation Safety and Rescue
Course.
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for syllabus details.
Training
Dates
Assessment Dates
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Courses
(Note the calendar is for shared courses only please contact us for bespoke/private
courses)
BCU courses TOP
Check SCA coaching Calendar for dates
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