Courses Sea Kayak Scotland

Sea Kayak Scotland

Courses

We offer a full range of instruction courses from beginner to advanced. We keep our instructor to client ratio small to ensure quality instruction. ready for the drink at the T&T From basic techniques for beginners to advanced guided trips around the Correyvrekcan, we can tailor a session to suit your level. 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.

The following are just an indication of what is available. Please contact us to discuss your requirements.

Bespoke courses
Any aspect of Sea kayaking.

BCU courses

NEW BCU/SCA 1-3 Star Sea Awards Training and Assessment
NEW BCU/SCA 1-4 Star 'Leader' Awards Inland Kayak.
Follow this link for details http://www.bcu.org.uk/bcu/2265-5-bcu-1-3-star-tests-.aspx

Old BCU /SCA awards still running
Level 2 coach Assessment Run until end of 2009
Level 3 Coach Training Inland Run until 31st July 2008
Level 3 Coach Assessment Run until end of 2009
Check SCA coaching Calendar for dates http://www.canoescotland.com/Default.aspx?tabid=129
BCU/SCA Canoe Safety Test. Will continue as a pre-requisite for coaching awards into 2008

Introduction to Sea Kayaking
In the beautiful sheltered waters around 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, otters, heron, buzzard, sea eagle and roe deer. This truly is the perfect introduction to Sea Kayaking.

Around Isle of Seil
This trip is for novice to intermediate paddlers who want to experience a full day trip, you will experience coastal,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.

Garvellachs trip
Involving an open crossing this trip could be combined with the Scarba trip.

Round Scarba trip
Taking in the tide races of the Corryvreckan and the Grey Dogs.

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.

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 skills required to confidently deal with moving water on the sea.

Rescues 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.

Advanced Rescues for sea kayakers
The same rescues as the basic course but in more challenging conditions involving wind, waves and current.

Navigation for sea kayakers
A study of tidal planning chart and map work followed by practical applications.

Longer trips
By arrangement.
An option to self cater is also available for those who wish to bring their own gear. Camping equipment can be hired from us if required.