Och Aye Canoe

Kayaking, canoeing and paddleboarding experiences, & first aid training across Scotland, from base in Fife, Scotland.

Whether you’re a complete beginner or a seasoned paddler, I’ve got everything you need - lessons, equipment (included in price), guided tours, paddle awards, and gift vouchers. Don’t forget to check out our Och Aye Canoe merch!

I’m proud to be the 2024 Paddle UK Quality Experience Award winner, recognised for delivering top-quality paddling experiences, and the 2024 Scottish Businesswoman of the Year.

Contact me for custom bookings and 1-2-1 lessons, preferred dates, or group sessions - I’ll do my best to accommodate!

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RECENT REVIEWS

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!!"

April 2025 - "Just back from my first session...

"Just back from my first session with Sarah at Lochore Meadows which was fantastic.. Sarah gave great advice and tips and her instructions were clear ensuring I had success on the paddle board! Can't wait to book again!"

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".

August 2024 - "Highly recommend a paddle..."

"Highly recommend a paddle with Sarah, fab fun but made to feel safe and lots of learning and hints for success! Can't wait to come back for a twilight paddle!".

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!".

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  • Why a paddle with Och Aye Canoe is worth every splash

    Why a paddle with Och Aye Canoe is worth every ...

    At Och Aye Canoe, I believe the best adventures come with a personal touch — and that's exactly what you get when you come paddling with myself and my team...

    Why a paddle with Och Aye Canoe is worth every ...

    At Och Aye Canoe, I believe the best adventures come with a personal touch — and that's exactly what you get when you come paddling with myself and my team...

  • A Guide to Paddleboard Valves

    A Guide to Paddleboard Valves

    If you’ve ever wrestled with inflating or deflating a paddleboard, you’ll know that the valve plays a starring role in your SUP (stand-up paddleboard) experience. But here’s a question that...

    A Guide to Paddleboard Valves

    If you’ve ever wrestled with inflating or deflating a paddleboard, you’ll know that the valve plays a starring role in your SUP (stand-up paddleboard) experience. But here’s a question that...

  • Winning Scottish Businesswoman of the Year 2024 - What It Means to Me

    Winning Scottish Businesswoman of the Year 2024...

    What a start to the year! Winning Scottish Businesswoman of the Year 2024 still feels surreal. The awards ceremony took place in Perth, Scotland, and I’ll be honest—I was absolutely...

    Winning Scottish Businesswoman of the Year 2024...

    What a start to the year! Winning Scottish Businesswoman of the Year 2024 still feels surreal. The awards ceremony took place in Perth, Scotland, and I’ll be honest—I was absolutely...

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