Stage 1 is a foundational course for beginners, covering essential skills in rigging, launching, recovery, ropework, clothing, equipment, capsize recovery, sailing techniques, and meteorology. You’ll engage in theory lessons, practical work on the hardstanding, and hands-on sailing to gain experience in sail trim, steering, and boat handling.

Stage 2 builds on Stage 1 and is designed for those with basic sailing knowledge. At this stage, you’ll tackle tasks with increased confidence and less supervision. In addition to the skills learned in Stage 1, you’ll also master more complex rules, including the Port/Starboard Right of Way rule.

Stage 3 elevates you from beginner to sailor. You should already be proficient at the Stage 1 and 2 levels. This stage focuses on consolidating your sailing skills, covering all points of sailing, and teaching new skills, including ‘man overboard’ recovery and an introduction to racing.

Introduction to Sailing  – The aim of this course is to provide a brief experience of dinghy sailing for someone who has never sailed before. By the end of the course, participants will have had a short introduction to the sport of dinghy sailing, including basic boat handling techniques and essential background knowledge.

• • Personal Preparation
  • Rigging
  • Rope Work
  • Launching & Recovery
  • Basic Controls
  • Basic Sailing Techniques & Manoeuvres
  • Capsize Recovery
  • Sailing Theory
  • Meteorology

∗ No sailing experience required

Basic Skills – By the end of the course the successful sailor will be safety conscious, have a basic knowledge of sailing and be capable of sailing a dinghy without an Instructor on board in light / medium winds.

• • Personal Preparation
  • Rigging
  • Rope Work
  • Launching & Recovery
  • Sailing Techniques & Manoeuvres
  • Capsize Recovery
  • Introduction to Racing
  • Sailing Theory & Background
  • Meteorology
  • Boating & the Environment

∗ Students must have either completed Level 1