Qatar to establish first paragliding/paramotor team

Published: 13 April 2025

Qatar News Agency
Doha

The Social and Sports Contribution Fund (DAAM) has signed a funding agreement with the Ministry of Sports and Youth to establish Qatar’s first paragliding (paramotor) community services team.

Under the agreement, DAAM will provide the necessary financial support to ‘Skymasters Sports Club’ for the training and development of a team of young Qatari pilots, preparing them to become professionals, under the supervision of the Ministry of Sports and Youth.

This agreement highlights the pivotal role of DAAM and the contributing companies listed on the Qatar Stock Exchange in promoting sports and social activities in line with Qatar’s National Vision 2030.

The collaboration between DAAM and the Ministry aims to cultivate world-class pilots capable of participating in events and driving the growth of the sport both locally and internationally.

The training team currently consists of 8 individuals, aged between 19 and 30.

Upon completing the basic training phase, 5 of these trainees will be selected to join an advanced training program that includes theoretical and practical aspects paired with training on the use of the latest equipment.

By the end of it, the goal is to develop the trainees into professional pilots capable of competing in regional and international competitions and performing aerial displays and help raise awareness of the sport.