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Al Etihad
17 hours ago
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- Al Etihad
Emirati youth to sail as traditional sea captains this summer with ADMSA's Nokhatha programme
25 June 2025 01:41 AMEINAH ALZEYOUDI (ABU DHABI)This summer, Emirati youth will set sail in a unique cultural experience that will see them become captains of traditional wooden boats. The Abu Dhabi Marine Sports Academy has charted a course for the adventure with its 'Nokhatha Abu Dhabi' programme, set to launch on June the programme, participants will learn the basics of dhow sailing, navigation, and seamanship. The initiative aims to promote the culture of traditional sailing among the youth and strengthen their connection with the UAE's maritime heritage. It will run for two months and is expected to attract over 200 participants, including sailors and sailing enthusiasts. 'Nokhatha Abu Dhabi is more than just a training programme,' Khalifa Al Suwaidi, Head of the Abu Dhabi Marine Sports Academy, told Aletihad . 'It is a cultural journey that seeks to pass down the rich maritime knowledge inherited from our ancestors to younger generations.' From reading wind patterns and understanding currents to mastering sail handling and dhow leadership, participants will acquire key skills that prepare them for competitive heritage races and potential inclusion in professional marine sports teams in the future.'Through hands-on training in sailing traditional dhows and exploring the secrets of the sea, participants will gain a deeper appreciation of our history and identity,' Al Suwaidi technical skills, the programme instils core values rooted in Emirati maritime tradition, such as teamwork, patience, commitment, and respect for elders, he are life skills to be learned, too – from leadership and discipline to problem –solving in dynamic environments, effective communication, and competencies not only contribute to their sporting success but also shape resilient, responsible individuals capable of meeting academic and professional challenges with confidence. Aligned with the goals of Year of Community, Nokhatha Abu Dhabi contributes to strengthening social bonds and promoting Emirati values through modern, impactful platforms. Year of Community Continue full coverage Source: AMEINAH ALZEYOUDI
Al Etihad
2 days ago
- Sport
- Al Etihad
‘Nokhatha Abu Dhabi' marine programme set to launch on June 30
23 June 2025 15:13 ABU DHABI (WAM)The Abu Dhabi Marine Sports Academy, under the supervision of the Abu Dhabi Sports Council, has announced the launch of the 'Nokhatha Abu Dhabi' programme on June programme will run for two months and is expected to attract over 200 participants, including sailors and sailing initiative aims to promote the culture of traditional sailing among the younger generations and strengthen their connection with the UAE's maritime heritage. It focuses on training participants in the fundamental skills of sailing and dhow navigation, preparing them to compete in the 22-foot dhow sailing addition, the programme seeks to discover young talents through specialised teams that will monitor and evaluate participants, paving the way for their advancement to compete in the 43-foot and 60-foot dhow categories. This ensures the continuity of the traditional sport and nurtures a new generation of nokhathas capable of preserving and carrying forward the maritime programme will be held on the shores of the Abu Dhabi Marine Sports Club and will consist of a series of weekly training sessions within a set time initiative aligns with the Academy's strategic vision, in collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Sports Council, to preserve the UAE's maritime heritage and present it in a modern format that resonates with youth aspirations. It also reflects the wise leadership's commitment to supporting heritage sports, in line with the announcement of 2025 as the 'Year of Community.'
