RYA Level 1 - Start Sailing
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Learning to sail with us on the RYA Level 1 course is enjoyable with our experienced team. We offer a safe, fun, and friendly environment for beginners to learn the sailing essentials. We will cover boat handling, rigging, launching, basic sailing techniques, and staying safe on the water. Learners gain hands-on experience while building confidence.
Price:
£170 Members
£225 Non Members
Key Information
Duration: 2 Days
Running Time: 9:30 - 16:30
Certification: RYA Level 1
Minimum Standard: None
Minimum Age: 16 yrs
Course Content
RYA Start Sailing Level 1: This course is perfect for a new sailor or sailor with a long gap from the sport. This learn to sail course will introduce you to the fundamentals of sailing. By the end of the course, you will understand sailing up, down, and across the wind, how to turn the boat, and how to stay safe on the water.
Our course will begin with a land simulator session, where you will understand the controls and how to move in the boat. Once we are all ready, we will head out onto Lymington River and take turns giving it a go, with an instructor supporting you from a safety boat. At RLymYC, we believe in trying to get everyone on the water. We have a wide range of craft and experience working with people from all walks of life. We will do our best to adapt the course for the individuals taking part dynamically.
Core Skills
What to Bring?
Please bring with you:
Appropriate clothing for the conditions ideally wetsuit and boots.
Swimming Towel.
Hat, Sunscreen (Summer) Gloves, Fleece hat (winter).
Lunch, water bottle and snacks. On weekend and late week courses the bar and restaurant will be open.
The club can provide buoyancy aids.
