Junior: Stage 1 Pico

The RYA Stage 1 - Start Sailing course is for complete beginners, and teaches you all the skills and theory necessary to get you helming a dinghy confidently on your own. You will learn to sail on a reach, go-about, and how to stop the boat. During the three days, you will spend maximum time on the water in Picos, with the instructor close at hand to guide you safely and expertly throughout the day. All equipment is provided, including a wetsuit and buoyancy aid.

This is a three-day course, 6 hours a day, and upon successful completion of the course, you'll receive an RYA Stage 1 certificate. Logbook and certificate included in the price.

Timings: 10am - 4:30pm everyday

Water Confidence

1. Old Trainers or Wetsuit boots (if you have them).
2. Towel
3. Swimwear for underneath the wetsuit
4. Sun Cream, Peaked Cap if hot
5. Woolly Hat if cold
6. Water Bottle
7. Packed Lunch (or card/cash for the onsite cafe)

1. How to rig a boat
2. Sail across the wind and upwind
3. How to tack
4. Launch & Recover a Dinghy
5. Theory and Ropework