Never been on a sailing yacht before? Well this is the place to start - hands on from the off, a great practical introduction to yachting and sailing. This will leave you wanting more.

Duration:

2 day, Weekend course. (see schedule for dates)

Previous Knowledge required:

None

Course Overview:

This course is aimed at the complete beginner who would like to try yacht sailing for the first time or maybe an apprehensive partner of a yacht owner. It is mostly about fun and enjoyment and dare we say 'learning the ropes'. Your Instructor will carefully guide you through safety procedures, etc, making certain that at all times you are happy to be on board. Upon completion of the 2 days you will have experienced living on board a yacht and so much more - including steering, putting up/taking down sails and general ropework.

Certificate Awarded:

RYA Start Yachting Practical Certificate.

Whats included:

Just about everything you will need. All Instruction, accomodation on board - inc. breakfast and lunch hot and cold drinks, all bedding, life jacket, fuel , mooring fees and RYA G15 logbook.

What you need to bring is included in the course joining instructions.

Next Step:

Competent Crew Course. To complete this 5 day course you would only be required to attend a further 1 long weekend to achieve this award as the Start Yachting course's 2 days will count towards it.

Cost:

See our latest prices for this course here.

Full details of each course syllabus can be found in the RYA syllabus and logbook G15. This book can be purchased at a discounted price through our sea school.

All practical courses have a maximum of 5 students to 1 Instructor, so there is plenty of time and opportunity for the Instructor to attend to your personal needs.