RYA Stage 1

Course Overview

During this course you will learn the basics of sailing, parts of the boat and how to launch, recover and steer. After completing stage 1, you will understand the basic principles of sailing in order to move on to stage 2. This course is a pre requisite for the Saturday Sailing Sessions.

Price

Click here for 2024 training price list  (Two day RYA Sailing Course)

Dates

2025 Dates

Saturday 3rd - Sunday 4th May 

Saturday 24th - Sunday 25th May 

Saturday 21st - Sunday 22nd May 

Saturday 12th - Sunday 13th July 

Saturday 26th - Sunday 27th July 

Saturday 30th - Sunday 31st August 

Pre Requirements

No prior knowledge or experience of sailing is needed to take up this course.

Timings

Each day will start at 9am and finish at 4pm

What’s included

You will be able to use one of our club boats, normally a tera or optimist.

What to bring

Make sure you have the appropriate clothing for the weather. A wetsuit is encouraged, footwear you’re happy to get wet, layers if it’s cold, sun cream and a hat if it’s not and a buoyancy aid. Alternatively, the buoyancy aid can be rented from the club for a small fee.

Refreshments

During the summer, the snack bar will be open to purchase snacks, drinks, and lunch. The restaurant will also be open for dinner in the evenings.

Accommodation

Our Dunes and Stocker accommodation blocks offer a range of different rooms. From our admiral’s cabin through to the cadets’, there will be something suitable for everyone.

Parking

We have a large carpark onsite and down our causeway. However, if you are in a motorhome you will have to find alternative parking for overnight stays.