Royal Yachting Association (RYA) Level 1 – Start Sailing

An introduction to dinghy sailing, covering the minimum knowledge required to get afloat under supervision (two-day course). No previous knowledge of sailing is required as this course is aimed at beginners. This course does involve moving around the dinghy. If you have difficulty moving in small spaces, please consider our Keelboat sailing course instead.

This course is aimed at adults. We also offer youth sailing courses which can be booked separately.

Please be aware this course requires a minimum of 2 people to run.

Safety is our number one priority. In the event of poor weather conditions (e.g. strong winds or thunder and lightning) or other incidents we reserve the right to restrict water access to particular user groups, restrict the area available for activities, cancel sessions or close the lake. We will endeavour to give advance notice whenever possible; however sometimes decisions need to be made at short notice. If we close the lake, we will add a message to our website and endeavour to contact all customers impacted to offer the opportunity to reschedule their session or receive a refund.

Please complete your disclaimer and medical information ahead of your visit – this will be prompted through your online booking. If this information isn’t completed in advance, it can cause delays to you starting your session. This information must be completed for every person participating.

Water activities:

·Swimwear to wear under a wetsuit

·A change of clothes if you don’t wish to wear a wetsuit

·Shoes you are happy to get wet (old trainers or water shoes) – footwear must be worn when entering or exiting the water

·Suncream

·Hat – either a warm hat or sunhat depending on the weather

·Bottle of water

·Towel

·Warm clothes for afterwards

A wetsuit, buoyancy aid and helmet (where appropriate) will be provided, however you are welcome to bring your own wetsuit if you wish.

Please bring lunch, drinks and snacks with you, or alternatively we have a café on site.

1.Arrive at scheduled session time (ensuring your disclaimer has been completed online prior to arrival).

2.Meet and great with your instructor.

3.Change into water kit (wetsuit/Buoyancy aid)

4.Time to enjoy your instructor lead session on the water.

5.Change out of water kit (wetsuit/Buoyancy aid)