The RYA teaching methods used have been developed successfully over many years. You will be introduced to some techniques which have become standardised because it is important the RYA instruction should follow broadly the same pattern in every training centre.
It’s the roles of our Instructors to help students learn through teaching them practical and theoretical aspects of the sport. Mostly involving the explanation and demonstration of techniques that are new to them.
People of all ages can learn to Sail with us. Whether you are a complete beginner, or you wish to update your previous Sailing skills, as you are feeling a bit rusty – there is something for everyone.
Start Sailing
Introducing you to sailing with all you need to know to get afloat under supervision
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ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE
None -
MINIMUM DURATION
4 half days or 2 full days -
COURSE CONTENT
How to sail in all directions, including an awareness of launching and recovering -
ABILITY AFTER COURSE
Able to sail in light winds under supervision
Level 2
Basic Skills
Setting out the foundations of sailing for you
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ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE
Sailing skills to the standard of Level 1 -
MINIMUM DURATION
4 half days or 2 full days -
COURSE CONTENT
Rigging, launching, Sailing in all directions. Capsize recovery and essential safety knowledge -
ABILITY AFTER COURSE
Able to sail and make decisions in good conditions
Level 3
Better Sailing
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ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE
Sailing skills to the standard of Level 2 -
MINIMUM DURATION
4 half days or 2 full days -
COURSE CONTENT
Coaching of level 1 and 2 skills and taster sessions from the advanced modules -
ABILITY AFTER COURSE
More confident in Sailing skills and techniques, and ready to progress onto the advanced modules
Seamanship Skills
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ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE
Sailing skills to the standard of Level 3 -
MINIMUM DURATION
4 half days or 2 full days -
COURSE CONTENT
Launching and recovering the boat in different circumstances, stopping, reducing Sail, recovering a man overboard, anchoring -
ABILITY AFTER COURSE
Able to handle a wide range of situations afloat
Day Sailing
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ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE
Sailing skills to the standard of Level 3 -
MINIMUM DURATION
4 half days or 2 full days -
COURSE CONTENT
Preparing and planning for a day cruise, pilotage and decision making including adverse conditions -
ABILITY AFTER COURSE
Able to plan and execute a cruise, depending on conditions
Start Racing
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ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE
Sailing skills to the standard of Level 2 -
MINIMUM DURATION
4 half days or 2 full days -
COURSE CONTENT
All the skills required to start racing, including how to maximise boat speed and outwit your opponents -
ABILITY AFTER COURSE
Able to take part in racing in good conditions
Tuition Prices
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