The Abu Dhabi Falconers Club has unveiled an exciting agenda of competitions set to run from November to January, featuring the inaugural Al Ain Falconry Championship. This new event will include both the “Talah” and “Haddad” competitions, specifically designed for the youth.
Community Engagement Initiatives
According to Mohamed Ali Al Rumaithi, the club’s Events Manager, the club’s Community Activities Department is spearheading several initiatives aimed at participating in various festivals, including the Al Hosn Festival, the Marine Festival, and the Traditional Handicrafts Festival in Al Ain. These initiatives are conducted in alignment with the Family Year 2026 theme.
Promoting Falconry Education
Al Rumaithi highlighted the club’s commitment to the “Abu Dhabi Falconer” programme, which aims to train and equip school students with essential skills in falconry. The sport of falconry holds significant cultural importance in the UAE, aligning with the club’s broader efforts to nurture future generations of falconers.
As the falconry community looks ahead, these upcoming competitions and educational programmes stand to enrich the tradition of falconry in the region, ensuring that this cherished practice continues to thrive among the youth.