
Practice makes perfect. Try your hand at the ancient skill of archery.
Our instructors will guide complete beginners and improvers to steady your aim!
You can take part in tranquil inshore bay and lake kayaking with the only noise the sound of your paddle breaking the water, or there’s river and white water kayaking for the more adventurous. The centre is close to some of the most scenic coastal paddling in Kerry. Kingfishers, otters, dolphins and seals are just a small sample of the wildlife we frequently encounter.
Adventure Training
The level 1 proficiency is an ICU (Irish Canoe Union) qualification. These courses are suitable for beginners and those with limited experience. They consist of 2 full days. Sessions run from 10:00am – 4:00 pm each day. Assessment for the ICU Level 1 Kayak Skills Award is included on the course.
The courses are of introductory level and operate under the guidance of qualified Irish Canoe Union Instructors. Assessment for the ICU Level 2 Kayak Skills Award is included at the end of each course.
For people with some kayaking experience it is possible to progress directly to the level 2 award. The skills and strokes learned in this programme are a progression from level 1.
Costs Per Person:
Without accommodation €155
With accommodation €245
including, 2 x continental breakfast, 2 x packed lunch and 1 x three-course evening meal.
Accommodation prices are based on 2/3 sharing. Single room supplement of €70.
Accommodation is in our two and three bedroom luxury holiday homes.
Book your place today by contacting us on +353 (0)64 6682965.
Get your PADI Open Water Scuba Diving License in County Kerry! Full 5-day courses are available. Or why not ‘try a dive’ with one of Ireland’s best diving centres? Access by ‘boat taxi’ (a thrilling ride) across Kenmare Bay is provided exclusively to Eclipse Centre guests.
Eclipse offers lessons for all levels in dressage and jumping. Come to our stables near Kenmare and we will help you choose the perfect horse suited to you. Lessons take place in our all-weather outdoor arena which has a surface of rubber chippings and sand.
Dressage clinics: We also offer clinics to help you prepare for events.
Group and private lessons are available.
Bring Your Own Horse: you are very welcome to bring your own horse to lessons and clinics.
Special Offer
We are running a 6 for 5 offer. Pay for five lessons in advance and you get a 6th lesson free of charge.
We have access to some prime wild salmon fisheries within the estate on the River Blackwater. We can supply fishing permits and licenses for you. Alternatively, we can arrange sea angling excursions from Kenmare, Rossdohan (near Sneem), Waterville and more.
Angling Seasons in Ireland:
Fishing in Cork and Kerry:
Also see the Angling Regulations in Ireland.
The Eclipse Centre is proud to offer premier game fishing for specimen brown trout in its privately owned and stocked three acre lake. We have an open season which means you can fish all year round. We stock specimen brown trout for some of the most satisfying fishing in Kerry.
Fishing Lessons are available: Our friendly and professional instructors will guide you in the art of fly fishing, spinning and bait fishing.