Courses Day (26 Mar 2022)
2022-03-26 | Al Thuraya Astronomy Center, Al Thuraya Astronomy Center, Mushrif Park, Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Sky & Telescope Workshop (16 - 17 Apr 2022)
2022-04-16 16:00 - 2022-04-17 20:00 UTC | Al Thuraya Astronomy Center, Al Thuraya Astronomy Center, Mushrif Park, Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Date: 16th – 17th Apr, 2022
Time: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Al Thuraya Astronomy Center – Dubai
Age: 11+
Learning about astronomy, the night sky, and telescopes can be daunting and intimidating as a beginner due to the huge amount of information there is! We have designed an in-depth 2-day program where anyone can learn astronomy in a simplified and organized manner.
This course covers all the topics you need to know before you start your journey exploring the field of astronomy!
Whether you are an absolute novice, a telescope user, or an Astrophotographer, you will get to learn something new in this workshop. This will be a highly interactive workshop where you will learn new techniques, theories, equipment, and more.

PROGRAM:

PART ONE – Brief History of Understanding the Universe

Prehistoric Era
Greeks
Pre-Telescope Instruments
Post Telescope Era
Twentieth-Century Astronomy
Present Picture of the Universe

PART TWO – Sky & Telescope

Geocentric view of the sky
Terminologies for an Astro-observer
Why we really need a telescope?
Different types of Telescopes
How does a Telescope work?

PART THREE – Astro-Imaging: Techniques and Practices

Difference between Regular imaging and Astronomy Imaging
Basic Terminologies for an Astro-Imager
Tools and Techniques
Equipment and Software
Science of Making an Astro-Image
General Workflow at an Observatory

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

You are required to bring a laptop with you for the course.
Light iftar will be provided during this program for the registrants.
Park entrance is AED 10 per car or AED 3 per person through Nol Card.
You can purchase/recharge your Nol Card at the park gate.
Masks are MANDATORY!
Social distancing must be practiced at all times.
Tickets for this program are LIMITED!
Please bring the hard copy or soft copy of the event ticket email to ensure a smooth and fast check-in.
Dubai Astronomy Group paid members are requested to bring their membership ID card to be presented upon request.

Physics of Telescope Course (27 - 29 May 2022)
2022-05-27 17:00 - 2022-05-29 20:00 | Al Thuraya Astronomy Center, Al Thuraya Astronomy Center, Mushrif Park, Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
• Date: 27 – 29 May, 2022
• Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
• Location: Al Thuraya Astronomy Center – Dubai
• Age: 15+

This course goes beyond the simple yet important explanations of the workings of telescopes. We will go deep inside and understand the laws of physics that govern the optics and make telescopes work for us. We will use many equations with examples to actually see these laws making sense to us.
This course will also include practical use of various telescopes’ designs.
You will be able to fully understand the hidden world of photon interaction with telescopes’ optics and you will fully appreciate the Physics involved with this amazing machine, we call a telescope!

PROGRAM:
– PART ONE – Nature of light
• Physics of Waves
• Physics of Particles
– PART TWO – Fundamentals of Optical Physics
• Science of Refraction
• Science of Reflection
– PART THREE – Earth’s Atmosphere
• Composition & Behavior with light
– PART FOUR – Fundamentals of Optical Imaging
• Science of Optical Imaging
• Ray Optics
– PART FIVE – Fundamentals of Science of Telescopes
• Inner workings of Telescope
• Science of Telescopes’ Optics
• Terminologies & Formulae: Light gathering power, Resolving Power, Magnification, Focal Plane. etc.
– PART SIX – Various Optical Designs
• Goods and Bads of Optical Designs
– PART SEVEN – Detectors
• Engineering of Human Eye
• Photon Detectors
• Signal to Noise Ratio

Introduction to Astronomy (18 Jun 2022)
2022-06-18 16:00 - 20:00 | Al Thuraya Astronomy Center, Al Thuraya Astronomy Center, Mushrif Park, Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Date: 18 June 2022
Time: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Al Thuraya Astronomy Center – Dubai
Ages: 10+
Fee: AED 150 – AED 200
Register: https://althurayaastronomycenter.ae/intro-to-astronomy-course/
Astronomy is the branch of natural science that studies the elements of the universe. This course is designed for anyone who is interested in learning more about modern astronomy. We will help you navigate your way around the night sky, learn the history of astronomy, and more!

COURSE PROGRAM:

The History Of Astronomy
Size Comparison
Naked-Eye Stargazing
Navigating The Night Sky
The Constellations
Telescope Observation

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Park entrance is AED 10 per car or AED 3 per person through Nol Card.
You can purchase/recharge your Nol Card at the park gate.
Masks are MANDATORY!
Social distancing must be practiced at all times.
You will receive a digital certificate through email by the end of this course.
Please bring the hard copy or soft copy of the event ticket email to ensure a smooth and fast check-in.
Dubai Astronomy Group paid members are requested to bring their membership ID card to be presented upon request.

Telescope Workshop (19 Jun 2022)
2022-06-19 18:00 - 21:00 | Al Thuraya Astronomy Center, Al Thuraya Astronomy Center, Mushrif Park, Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Date: 19 June 2022
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Al Thuraya Astronomy Center, Mushrif Park – Dubai
Age: 10+
Fee: AED 150 – AED 200
Register: https://althurayaastronomycenter.ae/telescope-workshop/
After the increase in awareness amongst the public for all things astronomy, it’s apparent that stargazing from home is on the rise. However, it can be a bit overwhelming as a beginner. Telescopes or binoculars? How to identify Stars and Planets? How to set up my telescope? How to find dark skies? and where do you start?
Our informed team of Astronomers are here to help get you started with the basics. This workshop is designed to inspire people of all ages, with our fun and interactive learning experience. The session includes how to navigate the night sky and identify the objects, the different types of telescopes, the components of a telescope, and basics on tracking and alignment.

Program Schedule:

Introduction
How to Identify the Objects in the Night Sky
Different Types of Telescopes
Telescope Components & Accessories
Basics of Telescope Tracking & Alignment

Important Information:

Entrance to Mushrif Park is AED 10 per car or AED 3 per person through Nol card.
You can purchase a Nol card at the park gate.
You can recharge your already existing Nol card at the gate.
Masks are MANDATORY!
Social distancing must be practiced at all times.
Tickets for this program is LIMITED!
Please bring the hard copy or soft copy of the event ticket email to ensure a smooth and fast check-in.
Dubai Astronomy Group paid members are requested to bring their membership ID card to be presented upon request.

Astrophotography Basics Course
2022-06-21 19:00 - 2022-06-22 21:00 | Al Thuraya Astronomy Center, Al Thuraya Astronomy Center, Mushrif Park, Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Date: 21 – 22 June 2022
Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Al Thuraya Astronomy Center, Mushrif Park – Dubai
Age: 10+
Fee: AED 450 – AED 500
Register: https://althurayaastronomycenter.ae/astrophotography-basics-course/
Knowing the basics is essential to building your knowledge on strong foundations. In this introductory astrophotography course, we will go through the basics & tools you need to get started.
Course Outline:

What is Astrophotography & Why we do it
What are the tools and equipment we use
What are the necessary equipment you need to start your journey

Course Objectives:

Understand the concepts
Know the Equipment and why we need it (Cameras, Mounts, Telescopes, Focusers, Controlling Software)
What do you really need to start your journey in Astrophotography

Important Information:

If you don’t own a DSLR camera, we can lend you one for the duration of this course.
Entrance to Mushrif Park is AED 10 per car or AED 3 per person through Nol card.
You can purchase a Nol card at the park gate.
You can recharge your already existing Nol card at the gate.
Masks are MANDATORY!
Social distancing must be practiced at all times.
Tickets for this program are LIMITED!
Please bring the hard copy or soft copy of the event ticket email to ensure a smooth and fast check-in.
Dubai Astronomy Group paid members are requested to bring their membership ID card to be presented upon request.

Astrophotography Hands-On Course
2022-06-23 19:00 - 2022-06-26 21:00 | Al Thuraya Astronomy Center, Al Thuraya Astronomy Center, Mushrif Park, Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Date: 23 – 26 June 2022
Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: 2 days at Al Thuraya Astronomy Center + 2 days trips to the Desert
Age: 10+
Fee: AED 1,350 – AED 1,500
Register: https://althurayaastronomycenter.ae/astrophotography-hands-on-course/
In the Astrophotography Hands-On course, learn everything about photographing the night sky in a clear, easy-to-follow steps by an expert astrophotographer and instructor. Start your journey building and using your setup, knowing how to perfectly assemble your equipment and taking your first images.
Course Outline:

Know how to assemble your equipment correctly (Telescope, Main Camera, Guide Camera, Mount, Focuser)
Know how to Level & Balance your setup
Know how to properly Polar Align your mount
Know how to Focus your main and guide scopes
Know how to find your targets and know your FoV
Know the Guiding concepts
Start your imaging with the right exposure times

Important Information:

If you don’t own a DSLR camera, we can lend you one for the duration of this course.
Entrance to Mushrif Park is AED 10 per car or AED 3 per person through Nol card.
You can purchase a Nol card at the park gate.
You can recharge your already existing Nol card at the gate.
Masks are MANDATORY!
Social distancing must be practiced at all times.
Tickets for this program are LIMITED!
Please bring the hard copy or soft copy of the event ticket email to ensure a smooth and fast check-in.
Dubai Astronomy Group paid members are requested to bring their membership ID card to be presented upon request.

Lives of Stars Course
2022-07-16 16:00 - 2022-07-17 20:00 | Al Thuraya Astronomy Center, Al Thuraya Astronomy Center, Mushrif Park, Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Date: 16 – 17 Jul 2022
Time: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Al Thuraya Astronomy Center – Dubai
Age: 13+
Fee: AED 700 – AED 800
Register: https://althurayaastronomycenter.ae/lives-of-stars-course/
Join us as we uncover the main stages of a star’s life, from infancy to old age. Learners will also discover why stars do not all look the same and why they evolve at different rates and have different lifetimes. They will also learn how important the mass of a star is in determining its evolution and observable characteristics.
PROGRAM:

PART ONE – Introduction

Why Stellar Life Cycle Should Matter to you?
Elements you have in your body were made in the Long-dead stars! Learn the fascinating story of the time when your elements were in these stars.
How do we know what we know about the Stars?
Listen to the amazing science, tools and techniques behind the knowledge of the Lives of the Stars from their births to deaths.

PART TWO – Life of a Star

How Stars are born in the Universe and how they live their lives?
Why some stars die with a big explosion and why others don’t?

PART THREE – Life of our favorite Star

How our Sun was made?
Where are the siblings of our Star?
How old is our Sun now and how long will it last?
What will happen when our Sun will eventually die and what will be the fate of our own Planet Earth and us?

COURSE OUTLINE:

Stellar Lives Matter
The science behind the Knowledge of the Lives of Stars
Stellar Nurseries
Protostars
Dynamics of Star Formation
Mass is the ultimate Boss
World’s Most Famous Equation
Boring Life of a Star
Everything Dies in the End
Diamonds and Blackholes

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Park entrance is AED 10 per car or AED 3 per person through Nol Card.
You can purchase/recharge your Nol Card at the park gate.
Masks are MANDATORY!
Social distancing must be practiced at all times.
Please bring the hard copy or soft copy of the event ticket email to ensure a smooth and fast check-in.
Dubai Astronomy Group paid members are requested to bring their membership ID card to be presented upon request.

Milky Way Photography (23 Jul 2022)
2022-07-23 21:00 - 2022-07-24 02:00 | Al Razeen Desert – Abu Dhabi, https://goo.gl/maps/sNz3kuW1xVv6x1zu5, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Date: 23rd July 2022
Time: 9 PM – 2 AM
Location: Al Quaa Desert – Abu Dhabi
Fee: AED 150 – AED 200
Age: 14+
Join us for an Astrophotography course at Al Quaa Desert in Abu Dhabi. The focus point of this event will be observing and capturing images of the Milky Way Galaxy.
– You do not require a camera to join this course.

PROGRAM OUTLINE:

Introduction

What is Astrophotography?
Tips on capturing the Milky Way

Methodology

Imaging Techniques

Practical Session

Capturing the Milky Way

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Masks are MANDATORY!
Please bring the hard copy or soft copy of the event ticket email to ensure a smooth and fast check-in.
The venue of the event is at Al Quaa Desert – Abu Dhabi. A precise location pin will be sent by email after you register for the program.
The nearest rest stop and restrooms are around 1 hour away from our location: Al Razeen Adnoc Petrol Station
You are requested to carry any necessities you might deem necessary (water, food, seats, etc.) for your hygiene and safety.
We highly recommend using a 4×4 car to reach the event location.
Kids under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a parent.
Dubai Astronomy Group paid members are requested to bring their membership ID card to be presented upon request.

Introduction to Astronomy (27 Aug 2022)
2022-08-27 16:00 - 20:00 | Al Thuraya Astronomy Center, Al Thuraya Astronomy Center, Mushrif Park, Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Date: 27 Aug 2022
Time: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Al Thuraya Astronomy Center – Dubai
Ages: 10+
Fee: AED 150 – AED 200
Register: https://althurayaastronomycenter.ae/intro-to-astronomy-course/
Astronomy is the branch of natural science that studies the elements of the universe. This course is designed for anyone who is interested in learning more about modern astronomy. We will help you navigate your way around the night sky, learn the history of astronomy, and more!

COURSE PROGRAM:

The History Of Astronomy
Size Comparison
Naked-Eye Stargazing
Navigating The Night Sky
The Constellations
Telescope Observation

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Park entrance is AED 10 per car or AED 3 per person through Nol Card.
You can purchase/recharge your Nol Card at the park gate.
Masks are MANDATORY!
Social distancing must be practiced at all times.
You will receive a digital certificate through email by the end of this course.
Please bring the hard copy or soft copy of the event ticket email to ensure a smooth and fast check-in.
Dubai Astronomy Group paid members are requested to bring their membership ID card to be presented upon request.

Solar Imaging Workshop (11 Sep 2022)
2022-09-11 12:00 - 15:00 | Al Thuraya Astronomy Center, Al Thuraya Astronomy Center, Mushrif Park, Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Date: 11 Sep 2022
Time: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Location: Al Thuraya Astronomy Center – Dubai
Ages: 10+
Fee: AED 300 – AED 400
Photography is all about light, and that light is often sunlight. Even at night, when you photograph the moon and the planets, you are working with sunlight.
But have you ever tried to take pictures of the Sun itself? This workshop will introduce you to the many wonders of sun photography in an easy way with high precision and quality. You’ll be able to capture sunspots, granules, faculae, prominence, and filaments.

PROVIDED EQUIPMENT :

Premium Optics telescope with computerized mount
Precision-made narrowband solar filter
High-quality astronomical imaging camera

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Park entrance is AED 10 per car or AED 3 per person through Nol Card.
You can purchase/recharge your Nol Card at the park gate.
Masks are MANDATORY!
Social distancing must be practiced at all times.
You will receive a digital certificate through email by the end of this course.
Please bring the hard copy or soft copy of the event ticket email to ensure a smooth and fast check-in.
Dubai Astronomy Group paid members are requested to bring their membership ID card to be presented upon request.

Astronomy Winter Camp
2022-12-27 17:00 - 2022-12-29 20:00 | Al Thuraya Astronomy Center, Al Thuraya Astronomy Center, Mushrif Park, Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Keep your children active during the winter break holidays with exciting and innovative activities with professional instructors in a safe environment.
Our programs are designed to educate and elevate young minds. From learning how to identify objects in the night sky and operating the Al Thuraya observatory to learning everything about telescopes! Join us for a fun Astronomy Winter Camp at Al Thuraya Astronomy Center.
Sibling/Friend/DAG Member discounts available*
• Date: 27 – 29 December 2022
• Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
• Location: Al Thuraya Astronomy Center, Mushrif Park – Dubai
• Ages: 8 – 16
• Register: https://althurayaastronomycenter.ae/astronomy-winter-camp-2/
CAMP PROGRAM:
Day 1: (Day with Astronomers)

Astronomy Careers
Tour of Al Thuraya Astronomy Center
Operating the Observatory
Stargazing Session

Day 2: (Astronomy Basics)

Practical Astronomy
Telescope Workshop
Telescope Observation

Day 3: (Theories)

Theories Discussion
End of the World (Astronomy Documentary)
International Space Station Virtual Reality Experience
New Horizons (Planetarium Show)
Certificate Ceremony

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Park entrance is AED 10 per car or AED 3 per person through Nol Card.
You can purchase/recharge your Nol Card at the park gate.
Tickets for this camp are LIMITED!
Please bring the hard copy or soft copy of the event ticket email to ensure a smooth and fast check-in.
Dubai Astronomy Group paid members are requested to bring their digital membership ID card to be presented upon request.
We recommend the students bring a packed lunch box as we will not be providing any snacks because of safety reasons. We will be providing water bottles.
All students should wear comfortable clothing, sports shoes, and bring a jacket with them.
*Send us a message on WhatsApp +97142216603 to get the discounted rate for siblings, friends, or DAG Members.

Spring Camp: Space & Robotics
2023-04-28 16:00 - 2023-04-30 19:00 | Al Thuraya Astronomy Center, Al Thuraya Astronomy Center, Mushrif Park, Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Join us for the Space & Robotics Spring Camp at Al Thuraya Astronomy Center where we’ll dive into the world of Robotics, Astronomy, 3D Printing, Telescopes, and more!
Sibling/Friend/DAG Member discounts available*
Date: 28 – 30 April 2023
Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Al Thuraya Astronomy Center, Mushrif Park
Ages: 7 – 15
Register: https://althurayaastronomycenter.ae/spring-camp-space-and-robotics/

CAMP PROGRAM:
Day 1 (28th April):

Intro to Astronomy Talk
Tour of the Center
Basics to Robotics and Working Models

Day 2 (29th April):

Life in the Universe, Are we alone?
Planetarium Show
3D printing Course
Meteorites Course

Day 3 (30th April):

How to be an Astronaut?
Solar Observation
Telescope Workshop
Moon VR, Mars Landing Sim – Simulation Games
Certificate Ceremony

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Park entrance is AED 10 per car or AED 3 per person through Nol Card.
You can purchase/recharge your Nol Card at the park gate.
Tickets for this camp are LIMITED!
Please bring the hard copy or soft copy of the event ticket email to ensure a smooth and fast check-in.
Dubai Astronomy Group paid members are requested to bring their membership ID card to be presented upon request.
All students should wear comfortable clothing, sports shoes, and bring a jacket with them.
*Send us a message on WhatsApp +97142216603 to get the discounted rate for siblings, friends, or DAG Members.

Physics of Telescopes Course
2023-05-27 16:00 - 2023-05-28 20:00 | Al Thuraya Astronomy Center, Al Thuraya Astronomy Center, Mushrif Park, Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
• Date: 27 May 2023
• Time: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
• Location: Al Thuraya Astronomy Center – Dubai
• Age: 12+
• Register: https://althurayaastronomycenter.ae/physics-of-telescopes-course/
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This course goes beyond the simple yet important explanations of the workings of telescopes. We will go deep inside and understand the laws of physics that govern the optics and make telescopes work for us. We will use many equations with examples to actually see these laws making sense to us.
This course will also include practical use of various telescopes’ designs.
You will be able to fully understand the hidden world of photon interaction with telescopes’ optics and you will fully appreciate the Physics involved with this amazing machine, we call a telescope!
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PROGRAM FEE:
General Ticket: AED 400/-
DAG Member: AED 250/-

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PROGRAM:
– PART ONE – Nature of light
• Physics of Waves
• Physics of Particles
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– PART TWO – Fundamentals of Optical Physics
• Science of Refraction
• Science of Reflection
.
– PART THREE – Earth’s Atmosphere
• Composition & Behavior with light
.
– PART FOUR – Fundamentals of Optical Imaging
• Science of Optical Imaging
• Ray Optics
.
– PART FIVE – Fundamentals of Science of Telescopes
• Inner workings of Telescope
• Science of Telescopes’ Optics
• Terminologies & Formulae: Light gathering power, Resolving Power, Magnification, Focal Plane. etc.
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– PART SIX – Various Optical Designs
• Goods and Bads of Optical Designs
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– PART SEVEN – Detectors
• Engineering of Human Eye
• Photon Detectors
• Signal to Noise Ratio
