Post by : Raina Mansoor
Photo : Abu Dhabi Media Office
Abu Dhabi Sports Club has successfully concluded the second edition of the Noukhathat Abu Dhabi Summer Programme, a collaborative effort with Abu Dhabi Maritime and the Abu Dhabi Marine Sports Club. The comprehensive program, which ran for 40 days, took place across three distinct locations: Abu Dhabi Breakwater, Al Mirfa, and Dalma Island.
This year’s programme attracted 232 sailors and included a team of trainers from the Abu Dhabi Marine Sports Academy. Participants received extensive training in both the theoretical and practical aspects of sailing. They learned key skills, including advanced sailing techniques and navigation management, essential for mastering sailing and bearing races.
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The Noukhathat Abu Dhabi Summer Programme aims to nurture talent and enhance the skills of sailors, preparing them for competitive bearing and sailing races. This initiative is part of a broader effort to preserve and celebrate the UAE’s maritime heritage, ensuring that traditional sailing skills are passed on and developed for future generations.
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