Kayak Courses in Stavanger

Ever wanted to learn how to paddle a kayak? Join us on on of our kayak courses in Stavanger, and learn everything from basic techniques to advanced rescues as well as kayak rolling!

Our courses will also grant you the Norwegian paddle certificate (våttkort) on completion. This certificate allows you to rent kayaks in Scandinavia as well as join our intermediate multiday trips.

If you’re new to kayaking we recommend taking a kayak course to learn the basic manoeuvring techniques and the important peer- and buddy rescues to stay safe on the water. Our introduction courses let you experience what is it like to be kayaking as well as give you a beautiful experience on Lysefjord. It’s also a good way to see if kayaking is for you, before committing to our two-day grunnkurs (fundamentals course), where you will learn everything you need to get paddle efficiently and safely on the sea.

For the more advanced paddlers we offer our intermediate courses (teknikkurs) where you will learn to paddle in more exposed sea, kayak rolling and advanced rescues.
We also offer 1-on-1 kayak rolling sessions with our professional coach to ensure you get the most out of your rolling session.

Sea Kayak Introduction Course

Ever wanted to try out kayaking? Experience the joy of kayaking in our beginner-friendly sea kayaks on our introductory course inside Lysefjord. We will teach you the basic techniques as well as what and how to use the equipment. An introduction course for 3 hours is a good start if you’re considering a full 2-day fundamentals course.
Sea Kayak Fundamentals Course in Stavanger
Join us on a two-day grunnkurs / basic course where you will receive the Norwegian paddle certificate (våttkort) on completion. This certificate allows you to rent kayaks in Scandinavia as well as joining our intermediate tours. Our certified instructors will teach you how to handle the sea kayak, rescue yourself and your friends, also general safety on the sea.
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Sea Kayak Intermediate Course in Stavanger

For those of you who already have some paddling experience but want to hone your skills and abilities in a sea kayak, we offer the teknikkurs / intermediate course. Throughout this two-day course, you will learn how to manoeuvre the kayak in medium-sized swell and windy conditions. This course features rock-hopping, surfing, intermediate rescues, difficult landings and basic camp craft.
Learn The Greenland-Roll
Tired of swimming and having to pump the water out of your kayak? Attend a kayak-rolling course with us, and we will teach you how to roll, giving you the tools to stay dry – or at least your legs will be!