Our courses

Bespoke/private courses from complete beginner to expert 

 

Day trips, multi days, coaching, expeditions etc.

 

Tailor made for you and your group. My normal mode of operation.

From £55. Bookings and charges.

 

"we all had a first class day, we felt it was perfectly balanced for our skill level.......your coaching style is spot on" Stuart

 

 

 

Any of our courses can be tailored to you or your clubs requirementswe will even come to your location if you have specific needs there.

 

There is an almost infinite variety. Please contact me to discuss your requirements.

 

From complete beginners or those who just want to try kayaking to the most expert looking for performance coaching I  have something for everybody.

 

Our unique location on the Isle of Seil (with bridge access) give us a superb range of venues from the very sheltered Clachan sound to the notorious Grey dogs tide race, there is a venue for all abilities.

 

 

 "superb instruction.....patience and teaching skill" Derek

 

 

Scroll down to get  some idea of the range on offer this is just a sample see the full courses page for much more.

BCU/SCA courses

Personal Performance Awards.
 

We can also provide the Foundation Safety Rescue Training (FSRT)

 

As a coach in all 3 disciplines I can easilly assist with transfer of skills between  awards.

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.

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 Basking Shark was the icing on the cake - brilliant." Naomi

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 views, the stream, the fire on the beach, fresh mussels, whisky and the otter made this a most magical spot". Sarah

Rescues and incidents for sea kayakers 

Looking at the best of modern techniques and equipment to give the sea kayaker safe simple, flexible and adaptive procedures to avoid incidents and look after themselves and others should they happen. As this course will involve swimming dry suits will be provided.

 

VHF, PLB and Satelite messengers (SPOT) can be covered.

 

Progression will be made from sheltered water to more exposed water to allow participants to build confidence at their own speed.

 

If desired the BCU/SCA Foundation Sacety and Rescue Training (FSRT) can be combined with this course.

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

 

plan and paddle

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Current weather

Click on the image  to get windspeed pressure humidity and rainfall from our ow station here on Seil

Contact

Sea Kayak Scotland

Acha,

Isle of Seil

Oban PA34 4RJ

 

Call us on:

07771 918 431

01852 300 770

 

email us at:

info@seakayakscotland.com

 

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