Beginners course in Ålesund
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Highly recommended! The beginners course offered from our base in Ålesund is perfect for those who would like to become a proper sea kayaker and learn all the basic skills.
We spend two full days learning the basics of kayaking and exploring the surrounding fjords in Ålesund. In addition to experiencing the beautiful natural beauty of our region, participants learn paddling technique and sea kayaking safety. With this course you will get an solid introduction to paddling and a lot of useful experiences. You will master sea kayaking in sheltered areas, and ready for both day- and multi-day trips. Upon completion of the course participants receive a certification from the Norwegian Paddle Association. The Beginners Course is suitable for all guests, no matter previous kayaking experience.
Course contents
- Basic equipment
- Lifting, carrying and launching the kayak
- Correct sitting position and paddling technique
- Efficient forward paddling
- Reverse paddling and stopping
- Lateral movement of the kayak
- Low bracing
- Turning the kayak
- Wet exits
- Landing the kayak
- Securing the kayak on land
- Rescue techniques
- Injury prevention
- Trip planning
- General safety
- Outdoor recreation and public rights
- Leave no trace principal
Tilleggsinformasjon
This course is arranged in Ålesund. We also offer this course in Valldal.
What to bring
Upon registration, participants receive a list of all the clothing and equipment necessary for the course
Included
- Kayak
- Paddle
- Spray skirt
- Life jacket
- Wetsuit
If you have your own equipment, please bring it as it`s important to know the equipment you are using while kayaking
Your safety
To keep you safe, we have some safety instructions and requirements we need you to follow. Read our safety rules here. Our safety-waiver must be signed before you can participate in our activities or courses.
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Practical info
- Duration
- 48 hours
- Difficulty
- medium
- Minstealder
- 13 years
- Maks deltakere
- 8
- Booking closes
- 10h before
- Location
- Ålesund, Western Norway
Important information
Participants
Minimum number of participants are 3. If there are too few, you will be offered to reschedule or join one of our other tours. If you decide not to reschedule or join another tour, you will be refunded.
Cancellation
If trips are cancelled by Uteguiden, either due to extreme weather or too few participants, the cost of the trip will be refunded in full.
Meeting point
Notnesgata 3, 6006 Ålesund
Ålesund, Western Norway
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Beginners course in Ålesund
Saturday 6 June 2026 · 10:00 — 18:00