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RYA Sailing courses for adults, youths and juniors

RYA level 1 & 2 – Weekend courses

Dates – To be held during May & June 2018. Dates to be confirmed ENQUIRE  
 
This year we are offering Learn to Sail Courses for RYA Level 1 & 2 Qualifications. These courses are available for both members and non-members, and are perfect for those with little or no experience of sailing. The course are available for Adults with Juniors having separate courses as part Sailfish Activities. Both RYA level 1 & 2 courses are run side-by-side. Check out what each course entails below.
 

RYA Level 1 Course £140

(£50 members)
Learn to sail The RYA Level 1: Start Sailing course at Burwain SC assumes that the student has not sailed before. The first session is normally conducted in a suitable 2 handed boat where you sail with an instructor. After this, depending on your confidence you will be able to sail by yourself in one of the clubs Toppers or Picos. You will learn how to rig the boat and receive an introduction to the boat’s controls. You will then take to the water to experience for the first time what it’s like to helm a sailing dinghy alone, under the close supervision of the RYA instructor(s).

By the end of the course you should have a basic understanding of boat handling techniques and background knowledge, and you will be awarded the RYA Level 1 certificate on successfully completing and understanding the modules of the RYA Level 1 syllabus on the National Sailing Scheme.
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RYA Level 2 Course £140

(£50 members)
Learn to sailThe RYA Level 2: Basic Skills course at Burwain SC assumes that the student has previously achieved the RYA Level 1: Start Sailing certificate. This course builds on the skills learned, introduces new ones and supports you along the way to becoming an independent sailor.

By the end of the course you should be safety conscious, have a basic knowledge of sailing and be capable of sailing without an instructor  in light winds. You will be awarded the RYA Level 2 certificate on successfully completing and understanding the modules of the RYA Level 2 syllabus on the National Sailing Scheme.
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Questions

if you are interested in a sailing course contact us to see about availability and we will fit you in at the next available date.
Do I need to be able to swim?
You need to be confident in the water, but there is no minimum swimming ability required
What do you provide?
We provide a buoyancy aid and all sailing equipment
What should I bring with me?
Shoes you are happy to get wet, swimwear to wear under your clothes or wetsuit if you have one, towel, a change of clothes, suntan cream and a hat (if sunny)
What is the minimum number of students for a course to run?
Usually we need 3 people to run a course, we will contact you if we do not reach that number
What happens if I need to cancel?
You may cancel any time up until 7 days before the course with no penalty. After that time, there is a 100% fee
What qualifications do your staff hold?
All our courses are taught by RYA qualified instructors who are also CRB checked.