We are offering Dinghy Level 1 and 2 course for adults this Autumn.
They will be run on two weekends:
- 22/23 October
- 29/30 October
Either level is achievable over two days so you can book Level 1 for one weekend and Level 2 for the next weekend.
Costs per weekend will be:
Members – £125
Non-members – £165
The minimum age for these courses is 16.
You must be a paid up member at the time of booking the course.
Dinghy Level 1 – Start Sailing
An introduction to sailing dinghies for complete beginners, covering everything you need to know to get afloat under supervision
Required experience – None
Minimum duration – Approximately 2 days, 16 hours or equivalent number of session
Minimum age – None (although under 16s may prefer to learn through the Youth Sailing Scheme)
Content – How to sail in all directions, including an awareness of launching and recovering
Certificate issuing criteria – Able to sail in light winds under supervision
Format – Afloat
Dinghy Level 2 – Basic Skills
Build your confidence and develop your skills. By the end of this course you’ll be a competent sailor in light winds
Required experience – Sailing skills to the standard of Level 1 Start Sailing
Minimum duration – Approximately 2 days, 16 hours or equivalent number of sessions
Minimum age – None (although under 16s may prefer to learn through the Youth Sailing Scheme)
Content – Rigging, launching and building confidence sailing in all directions. Capsize recovery and essential safety knowledge.
Certificate issuing criteria – Able to sail confidently on all points of sail and make decisions in good conditions.
Format – Afloat