The UAE’s Premier Launchpad for Space Education Brought to you by Compass International, a leader in educational travel since 2003, SARA UAE (Space and Rocketry Academy) is more than an academy, it is a mission.
We bridge the gap between classroom learning and the cosmos. By combining NASA-inspired curricula with the UAE’s national ambitions, we are dedicated to developing the skilled Emirati cadres who will lead the country’s space sector into the next century.
Our Mission: From the Classroom to the Cosmos
Our core vision is simple, to bring world-class, NASA-inspired education to the UAE and India. We believe that by addressing the critical need for robust STEM learning, we can fuel the UAE’s transition to a science-driven future.
How We Deliver Impact:
We move "beyond the books" to build essential life skills like critical thinking and teamwork
We are dedicated to empowering female students in STEM through targeted mentorship
We nurture the aerospace specialists who will drive the UAE’s space sector toward 2030 and beyond
2003
Foundation: Compass International launches, bringing educational tours to the GCC
2009
Global Partnership: Official collaboration begins with the U.S. Space & Rocket Center (NASA Space Camp)
2016
Astronaut Arrival: SARAUAE hosts Astronaut Donald Thomas in the UAE
2017
Elite Talent: Launch of the first SARA Program for Sheikh Hamdan’s Gifted and Talented Students
2018
Public Debut: SARAUAE officially opens to the public, featuring curriculum co-developed with NASA engineers
2019
Royal Recognition: H.H. Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum meets SARA Alumni; the program is officially recognized by the UAE SA
Present
Future Ready: Over 1,000 future astronauts trained in our first two years
Our founder has 30 years of industry experience. Founded in 2003, Compass International has 20 years of experience in the GCC and Indian markets and has coordinated experiences for tens of thousands of participants globally.
