Medina Rebollo, DanielSáenz-López Buñuel, PedroBento, PedroFernández Gavira, JesúsFernández Ozcorta, Eduardo José2025-01-202025-01-202024-12Medina-Rebollo, D., Saenz-Lopez Buñuel, P., da Silva Bento, P. J. P., Fernandez-Gavira, J., & Fernández-Ozcorta, E. J. (2024). An Analysis of Methodological Aspects in the Practice of Nautical Activities in Educational Centers. In Applied Sciences (Vol. 14, Issue 24, p. 11648). MDPI AG. https://doi.org/10.3390/app1424116482076-3417 (electrónico)https://hdl.handle.net/10272/24850Currently, physical and sports activities in natural environments are viewed as valuable resources for combatting sedentary lifestyles, with water sports and related activities offering significant educational potential. However, these activities are not fully integrated into physical education programs, largely due to a lack of training in methodological approaches. This qualitative study interviewed ten stakeholders (including instructors, managers, and teachers from three countries) to analyze key methodological aspects necessary for effective implementation. The results revealed three main findings: (1) direct instruction emerged as the primary teaching approach, incorporating demonstrations and level-appropriate activities; (2) optimal learning occurs in small groups of 8–12 students per instructor; and (3) technical skill development should focus on sailing, kayaking, and paddleboarding. This study identified weather conditions as a key challenge, necessitating flexible planning. Based on these findings, this study provides practical guidelines for implementing water sports in educational settings, emphasizing the importance of structured teaching approaches, appropriate group sizing, and environmental considerations.engAtribución-NoComercial-SinDerivadas 3.0 Españahttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0/es/Water sportsPhysical activityFormal educationMethodologyChildrenTeenagersjournal article10.3390/app142411648open access58 Pedagogía