Adult Dinghy Learn to Sail

Learn to Sail with RYA qualified instructors; This could can be for complete beginners or those looking to refresh and improve their basic skills.

RYA Level 1: A course for complete beginners. Learn how to sail in all directions and awareness of launching and recovery

Course content: How to sail in all directions, including an awareness of launching and recovering. At the end of the course participants should be able to sail in light winds under supervision.

RYA Level 2: Build your confidence and gain the skills needed to sail and make decisions in good conditions

Course content: Rigging, launching and building confidence sailing in all directions. Capsize recovery and essential safety knowledge.

Equipment and instruction included in the cost. Some sailing clothing available to borrow if required.

For all courses please bring:

• Sailing gear if you have it (wetsuit, waterproofs, buoyancy aid, wetsuit boots or old trainers)
• Sun-cream, peaked hat and warm hat.
• Towel and swimwear
• Warm coat in case of poor weather
• Packed lunch (for all day courses)

Last updated 5:48pm on 7 July 2025