Adult RYA Dinghy Sailing (Levels 1 & 2)

Service Description

This course runs over 4 days: 21st, 22nd, 28th & 29 March 2026. Attendance for all 4 days is required to complete the course What you'll learn: Rigging the boat Launching and recovery Sailing on all Points of Sail Steering the boat Capsize recovery Essential safety knowledge You will also receive an RYA Logbook. plus a certificate upon successful completion of the course. Who can take the course:- The course is suitable for complete beginners aged 16+. (Sailors aged 8 – 15 should join a Junior Sailing Course.) Club membership is not required. Course & safety information:- The course starts with up to 3 students and 1 instructor per boat (using boats such as Wayfarers or Laser Bahia’s). As the course progresses, the instructor will move from being with you in the boat to being in a powerboat nearby. Towards the end of the course there should be (weather permitting) the chance to try single hander boats as well. All of our instructors have the relevant qualifications including safety and rescue training, DBS checks and first aid training. What kit is required:- We will provide... RYA Logbook (& certificate where applicable) A range of suitable Sailing Dinghies Safety/Coach Boats Buoyancy Aid RYA Reference book to accompany the course can be obtained here:-ref E-G3 or G3 Link to RYA G3 & E-G3 Start Sailing You need to bring:- An old pair of trainers that you don’t mind getting wet, or wetsuit boots/shoes Swim wear for underneath a wetsuit. Suitable clothing for over a wetsuit for standing outside in. A towel & swimwear Your own wetsuit – sorry we don’t provide these (full legs, spring/autumn 3mm+ neoprene, summer 2mm+ neoprene). Lunch & Drink (No catering on Saturdays & not every Sunday)