RYA Start Yachting

The start sailing course is a two-day course for the introduction into sailing and seamanship. Giving you a basic understanding of yacht handling. - Hosted by Swansea Watersports

Description

This course is hosted by Swansea Watersports and is based in Swansea Marina.

This practical course is a great way to get a feel for sailing and will teach you the fundamentals of how to steer a yacht under power, raise the sails, and handle ropes. This 2-day course assumes no previous experience, so it’s open to anyone over 16 years old or younger if accompanied by an adult.

After completing this course, you are able to take part in the RYA Competent Crew Course which will be reduced to just 3 days, by building on your existing knowledge. 

If you are interested in joining, please follow the link to be redirected to the Swansea Watersports Start Yachting Course.
 
If you would like the course be hosted in Cardiff instead, please join one of the waitlisted dates to register your interest!

Minimum Age

8 Years Old

Instructor to Student ratio

1 Instructor to 4 Students

Course Content

  • The yacht
  • Ropework
  • Underway
  • Rules of the road
  • Man overboard recovery
  • Clothing and equipment
  • Emergency equipment and precautions
  • Meteorology

Prerequisites

No previous experience required

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