RYA Courses

We provide RYA-accredited junior dinghy tuition for children aged 7 and up, for all abilities. Whether your child is a beginner or an experienced sailor, we have courses to suit. Our professional RYA-qualified instructors ensure engaging lessons combining on the water practice, shore-based exercises, and classroom sessions tailored to the group and weather conditions.

Juniors of mixed abilities may be taught together. Occasionally, two children may share a boat - a valuable opportunity to develop teamwork and crewing skills.

Stage 1: Learn to Sail - Perfect for juniors new to sailing! This course introduces basic sailing skills, including rigging, steering, boat handling, and capsize drills, following the RYA Stage 1 syllabus.

Stage 2: Building Confidence - For juniors who've completed Stage 1. Learn ropework, collision avoidance, capsize recovery, speed control, and foundational principles of sailing.

Stage 3: Independent Sailing - Build on previous skills with advanced rigging, triangle courses, maneuvers, and sailing theory. By the end, sailors will confidently helm a dinghy in moderate conditions.

Stage 4: Crewed Dinghies - Learn advanced launching, docking, maneuvers and crewed dinghy sailing, following the RYA Stage 4 syllabus. Sailors will be able to sail around a triangle in more advanced conditions.

When: UK School Holidays

Duration: 5 half days

Time: Monday to Friday from 10:00 - 13:00 or 14:00 - 17:00

Price: £195 members, £250 non-members

Included: Boat, wetsuit, buoyancy aid hire, logbook, and certificate (on successful completion)

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Half Day Sailing Sessions

For those who have completed RYA Stage 2 we will be running our half day sessions in the afternoons for those who do not wish to book a full 5 session course. The afternoon sessions will be for those who would like to enjoy a bit more variety by way of trips to the beaches, exploring the estuary, racing or many other activities. If you are very keen to have sessions in the mornings these may be provided if there is space available and on the understanding that children will be joining courses that others are taking over the whole week and this must be respected.

Pre-course requirements: Completion of RYA Stage 2, age 7 upwards

Price: £50 members, £60 non-members

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After Stage 4

Continue your sailing journey with advanced RYA courses or become an Assistant Instructor. Volunteering opportunities are available, please email us for more details.

Onboard Sessions

The RYA's Onboard program is a fantastic way for local children aged 7+ to experience sailing and windsurfing for the first time. Designed for complete beginners, it provides a safe, fun, and structured environment to enjoy watersports while learning invaluable life skills like teamwork, problem-solving, and building confidence. No previous experience or equipment is needed to get started.

It offers a progressive pathway through the RYA Youth Schemes, with the opportunity for children to develop their skills and potentially participate in club racing with support from our instructors. Parents are welcome to relax in the clubhouse during the sessions, enjoying food, drinks, or simply watching their children out on the water.

To continue after the first session, children will need to join the club as junior member or as part of a family membership.

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Duration: 2 hours
Time: 18:00 - 20:00 Tuesday and Thursday, 10:00 - 12:00 on some Saturdays
Pre-course requirements: No prior experience; age 7 upwards.
Price: £10 a session.

Last updated 17:55 on 16 December 2024