First time in a kayak or wanting refresh your kayaking skills?Then our beginner-level introduction kayak course in central Oslo is a great choice! On this course you will learn the basic kayak skills in a safe and controlled environment with a professional kayaking instructor. All gear is included, to keep you warm and comfortable while out paddling. “A warm student is a happy student, and a happy student is a good learner” – goat wisdom.

During this kayak course, our certified kayak instructors will teach you about safety on the water, proper paddling techniques, and how to rescue yourself and others, so you can safely kayak alone or with friends. 

After completing this kayak course you will be awarded the NPF våttkort. This nationally recognised kayaking qualification will allow you to rent kayaks from us from our central Oslo locations in Bjørvika and Tjuvholmen. The freedom of adventure awaits you, goat! 

More information on the NPF våttkort system. 

More info

• Includes issue of a våttkort on completion of the kayak course.
• We provide all the kayaking equipment – kayak, paddle, lifejacket, spray skirt, wetsuit, and neoprene paddling shoes.
• Please bring sunscreen, a towel, and swimwear. We also recommend bringing a wool thermal layer to wear under the wetsuit, including wool socks.
• We provide storage for your belongings while you are out kayaking
• This course is a perfect activity for team building or kick off events in Oslo
• Can be purchased as a gift. Just choose the “gift card” option during the booking process.

This 14hr beginner sea kayak course (grunnkurs i havkajakk) is a step above our 3hr Introduction kayak course (Introkurs i havkajakk). On this kayak course, you will have more than enough time to gain the know-how and confidence to venture out on your own multi-day kayaking adventures, making this kayak course perfect for those wanting to embark on their own kayaking trips in Oslo, Norway, or anywhere around the world!

All important course info will be sent to you in the booking confirmation email once you have paid for the course online. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions: +47 40080440 / kontakt@madgoats.no 

Our certified kayak instructors provide an in-depth focus on: 

- Sea kayak paddling techniques 

- Safety on the water while in a kayak

- Kayak rescue drills for yourself and others

- Learn to paddle as a team

- How to pack your kayak efficiently for overnight trips and day trips

- Introduction to the kayak roll

- Includes all paddling equipment 

- kayak, paddle, life vest, sprayskirt, wetsuit, waterproof jacket, and booties. We recommend you wear a woolen base layer (under-tøy), wool socks, bring shoes you don’t mind getting wet, and a towel. 

You will receive your NPF Våttkort – Level 1 and 2 – a nationally recognized kayaking qualification allowing you to rent kayaks individually, or with friends. Mad Goats has several kayak rental (kajakk utleie) locations along the Oslo waterfront: Bjørvika and Tjuvholmen. 

After completing this våttkort kayak course, you can rent a kayak alone or bring your friends and family out kayaking with you - only one person in the group needs their våttkort. Oslo Fjord has many beautiful islands to explore, stop for a swim, picnic, or even camp on - the freedom of adventure awaits you!

A safe and easy start to whitewater paddling, where we concentrate on having fun and learning the basics in a controlled environment. This is a beginner-level kayaking or packrafting course. Depending on what you choose, you will be awarded either the packrafting or kayaking “Våttkort Introkurs Elv” certificate on completion.

• Duration: 5 hours 

• You must be 14 years + to join

• Minimum 5 people, maximum 6 people per course. Our groups are kept small so you will have the best possible experience.

• What's included: Whitewater kayak or packraft, paddle and all equipment, including wetsuit, helmet, life vest, spray skirt and spray jacket.

• You will need your own car or join in a friends car to participate on this course. 

• If you need a place to stay while in the Heidal Valley, we can recommend Gorafting or the Heidal Gjestgiveri 

• What to bring: 2 x layers of thermal underwear and wool socks, water bottle, snacks, and sunscreen.
• Want to hike while visiting the beautiful Heidal Valley? Read our blogs about cool hikes in the area. 

A perfect start to whitewater paddling, where we concentrate on having fun and learning the basics in a safe and controlled environment. This is a kayak or packraft course in Sjoa, Norway; depending on what you choose, you will be awarded either the packrafting or kayaking “NPF Våttkort Grunnkurs Elv”certificate on completion. 

• Duration: 10 hours over two days (5hrs each day). 

• Age 14+

• Minimum 5 people, maximum 6 people per course. Our groups are kept small so you will have the best possible experience.

• What's included: Whitewater kayak or packraft, paddle and all equipment, including wetsuit, helmet, life vest, spray skirt and spray jacket.

• You will need your own car or join in a friends car to participate on this course. 

• If you need a place to stay while in the Heidal Valley, we can recommend Gorafting or the Heidal Gjestgiveri 

• What to bring: 2 x layers of thermal underwear and wool socks, water bottle, snacks, and sunscreen.

• Want to hike while visiting the beautiful Heidal Valley? Read our blogs about cool hikes in the area.