RYA Dinghy Instructor

Course Overview

Upon successful completion of this RYA professional qualification candidates will be able to teach new sailors elements of the National Sailing Scheme under the supervision of an RYA Senior Instructor.

Price

Click here for 2024 training price list  (RYA Dinghy Instructor)

Pre Requisites 

• Minimum age 16 (no candidates will be accepted for training under this age)
• A valid RYA First Aid certificate, or another acceptable first aid qualification
• RYA Safe & Fun online certificate
• RYA Powerboat Level 2 certificate
• RYA membership
• Pre-entry sailing assessment completed within one year prior to the Instructor training course

Dates

14th - 18th July 2025 

27th - 31st October 2025 

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.