Och Aye Canoe
BOOK NOWBased in Fife, Och Aye Canoe is a Paddle UK Delivery Partner delivering kayaking, canoeing and paddleboarding experiences, private RYA Dayskipper or Yachtmaster theory tuition, and professional first aid training across Scotland.
Whether you’re a total beginner or chasing your next award, you’ll get expert coaching, quality kit included, and a safe, supportive, fun time on the water.
🎁 Gift vouchers available
⭐ Free Paddle Points loyalty programme
I am the proud winner of the Paddle UK Quality Experience Award, and also Scottish Businesswoman of the Year.
Want a private session, group booking or specific date? Get in-touch - I'll do my best to make it happen.
What's on?
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ONLINE Navigation Module (British Canoeing) - Tuesday 2nd June (6pm to 9pm)
Regular price £55.00 GBPRegular priceSale price £55.00 GBP -
Beginner's Paddleboarding - Canal @ Linlithgow - Saturday 6th June
Regular price £35.00 GBPRegular priceSale price £35.00 GBP -
Paddleboarding on Canal @ Linlithgow - Saturday 13th June
Regular price £35.00 GBPRegular priceSale price £35.00 GBP -
Confidence Builder Paddle (Kayak) - Loch Faskally, Pitlochry - Saturday 20th June
Regular price From £55.00 GBPRegular priceSale price From £55.00 GBP -
Beginner's Paddleboarding - Lochore - Saturday 4th July
Regular price £35.00 GBPRegular priceSale price £35.00 GBP -
Beginner's Sit-on Kayaking - Lochore - Saturday 4th July
Regular price £35.00 GBPRegular priceSale price £35.00 GBP -
Confidence Builder Paddle (Kayak) - Loch Tay, Kenmore - Saturday 18th July
Regular price From £60.00 GBPRegular priceSale price From £60.00 GBP -
Paddleboarding: River Tay, Perth, Sunday 19th July (3pm to 6pm)
Regular price From £99.00 GBPRegular priceSale price From £99.00 GBP
Paws on board!
Want to share the adventure with your four-legged best mate? Book a relaxed, one-to-one kayaking or paddleboarding lesson designed to help you and your dog feel calm, confident and safe on the water—tail wags encouraged.
what's everyone been saying?
RECENT REVIEWS
August 2025 - "I had an introduction to paddleboarding..."
"I had an introduction to paddleboarding lesson at Loch Ore meadows. Sarah was a great instructor, very calm and clear and had me standing up in no time. A great way to spend an hour".
May 2025 - "Absolutely fantastic day with Och Aye Canoe..."
"Absolutely fantastic day with Och Aye Canoe. Highly recommend the day achieving the Kayak Touring Award. Great company (plenty of laughs!) and Sarah's expertise and guidance makes the day a great learning environment. Loved it!!"
December 2024 - "Had my first kayak lesson..."
"Had my first kayak lesson this week (yes, in December!!), with Sarah at Lochore Meadows. Being a woman of a certain age, I was quite apprehensive, having previously never tried any water sports. I shouldn't have worried! Sarah immediately put me at ease, with her friendly manner, enthusiasm and obvious knowledge and expertise. Her teaching methods are clear, engaging and easy to follow. All equipment was provided in the value for money individual lesson price and I enjoyed it immensely. I'm definitely looking forward to, and improving with, Sarah's expert guidance. Highly recommend!"
November 2024 - "We had a brilliant evening at Falkirk Wheel..."
"We had a brilliant evening at Falkirk Wheel. Highly recommend. It was something really different to do. Oh and the soup and sandwiches afterwards were tasty".
July 2024 - "Sarah's comprehensive knowledge of open canoe paddling..."
"Sarah's comprehensive knowledge of open canoe paddling technique coupled with her friendly and engaging teaching style ensured that we enjoyed an excellent tuition session which successfully targeted the skill areas identified for improvement. It's so much better now we can go in a straight line... AND we have a certificate!".
Blog posts
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5 Things People Get Wrong About Paddleboarding
If you’ve ever watched someone gliding across the water on a paddleboard and thought: “That looks amazing… but I’d probably fall straight in.” You are definitely not alone. At Och...
5 Things People Get Wrong About Paddleboarding
If you’ve ever watched someone gliding across the water on a paddleboard and thought: “That looks amazing… but I’d probably fall straight in.” You are definitely not alone. At Och...
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Why Being on the Water Calms the Nervous System
People often tell me they feel calmer on the water (I relate!), even if they don't know why. Sometimes they only realise it afterwards - shoulders dropped, breathing slower, head...
Why Being on the Water Calms the Nervous System
People often tell me they feel calmer on the water (I relate!), even if they don't know why. Sometimes they only realise it afterwards - shoulders dropped, breathing slower, head...
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Och Aye Canoe 2025 Review!
At the heart of Och Aye Canoe is the belief that paddlesports should be for everyone. In 2025, that meant continuing to deliver: Kayaking, canoeing and paddleboarding sessions for complete beginners...
Och Aye Canoe 2025 Review!
At the heart of Och Aye Canoe is the belief that paddlesports should be for everyone. In 2025, that meant continuing to deliver: Kayaking, canoeing and paddleboarding sessions for complete beginners...
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