Dinghy Sailing for Juniors – RYA Level 1

July 27th & August 3rd

The RYA Level 1 course for juniors is a fun, practical introduction to sailing designed for children aged 8 and above. It forms part of the Royal Yachting Association’s Youth Sailing Scheme.

Course Aim

To introduce juniors to the basics of sailing in a safe and enjoyable way.

Main Topics Covered

  • Parts of the boat: Learning basic sailing terminology and understanding how the boat works.
  • Rigging the boat: Simple rigging with help from instructors.
  • Basic sailing skills: Steering, controlling speed, basic tacking and gybing.
  • Launching and recovery: Helping to launch and bring the boat ashore.
  • Wind awareness: Recognising wind direction and its effect on the boat.
  • Safety basics: Wearing a buoyancy aid, understanding water safety rules.
  • Fun and confidence-building: Games and hands-on experience to boost confidence.

Outcome

By the end of the course, juniors should be able to:

  • Understand basic sailing principles
  • Steer and handle a dinghy under supervision
  • Demonstrate basic awareness of safety on and around the water

Online Booking Form:

    Course: RYA Level 1
    Start date of course: 2 Day Course Sunday 27th July and Sunday 4th August
    Cost: £65.00
    Please enrol me on the Telford Sailing Club RYA course for the above dates.
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    Kit Required / Additional Items
    Warm gear, good foot wear (trainers / dinghy boots) and a hat.
    Buoyancy aids can be provided.
    Please bring your lunch and a warm drink.

    Are you Water Confident?

    A parent or guardian must stay on site with child during course*
    Please Tick here to confirm you have read and understood the application form

    To secure your place on a course we require a Non-refundable deposit of £32.50 per course
    (you can also pay the full amount)
    You can pay by BACS to
    Account Name: Telford Sailing Club
    Account No. is 63308209.
    Sort Code is 090151.
    Use your surname as the reference.

    Or send a cheque made payable to Telford Sailing Club to;
    Philip Morris, 2 Sefton Gardens, Wellington, Telford, TF1 3GS
    Phone 01952 255280 mob: 0780 1352348
    Please email or post the completed form when you pay your deposit.

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