January 2026
1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026
53 weeks, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
RYA Interactive Essential Navigation and Seamanship - Flexible Learning at your own pace, anytime, anywhere. A basic introduction to navigation and safety for anyone new to boating: ***Important notice: *** RYA Interactive will be moving to a new eLearning platform in early April. If your course is not completed by 7 April your account will be transferred to the new system and all course progress will be lost. Unfortunately you will need to start again.
1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026
53 weeks, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
The RYA Safe and Fun course is a requirement for all newly qualified Level 2 Racing Coaches, RYA Dinghy Instructors, RYA Keelboat Instructors, RYA Windsurf Instructors and RYA Senior Instructors
February 2026
21 - 22 Feb 2026
Weekend of Feb 21/22
Designed for sailors who want to build their racing skills and confidence, These weekends offer high-quality coaching focused on improving technique, tactics, and performance on the water. The Weekend is open to sailors from all clubs. - Take part in the full two-day programme, or drop in for a single day of top-quality coaching. If sailor needs to use one of our Clubs Optimists for a weekend, this can be arranged - please contact the club in advance. There will be a charge of £10 per day.
21 - 22 Feb 2026
Weekend of Feb 21/22
Designed for sailors who want to build their racing skills and confidence, These weekends offer high-quality coaching focused on improving technique, tactics, and performance on the water. The Weekend is open to sailors from all clubs. - Take part in the full two-day programme, or drop in for a single day of top-quality coaching. If sailor needs to use one of our Clubs Toppers for a weekend, this can be arranged - please contact the club in advance. There will be a charge of £10 day.
21 - 22 Feb 2026
2 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
A 2 Day Practical Course on the water. No previous experience required - May be preceded by Level 1 Start Powerboating - Minimum Age 12
March 2026
7 - 8 Mar 2026
2 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
A course for complete beginners. learn how to sail in all directions and awareness of launching and recovery. specific to learning to sail a keelboat.
7 - 8 Mar 2026
2 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
A 2 Day Practical Course on the water. No previous experience required - May be preceded by Level 1 Start Powerboating - Minimum Age 12
14 - 15 Mar 2026
2 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Build your confidence and gain the skills needed to sail and make decisions in good conditions. By the end of this course you will be a competent sailor in light winds.
21 - 22 Mar 2026
Weekend of Mar 21/22
Designed for sailors who want to build their racing skills and confidence, These weekends offer high-quality coaching focused on improving technique, tactics, and performance on the water. The Weekend is open to sailors from all clubs. - Take part in the full two-day programme, or drop in for a single day of top-quality coaching. If sailor needs to use one of our Clubs Optimists for a weekend, this can be arranged - please contact the club in advance. There will be a charge of £10 per day.
21 - 22 Mar 2026
Weekend of Mar 21/22
Designed for sailors who want to build their racing skills and confidence, These weekends offer high-quality coaching focused on improving technique, tactics, and performance on the water. The Weekend is open to sailors from all clubs. - Take part in the full two-day programme, or drop in for a single day of top-quality coaching. If sailor needs to use one of our Clubs Toppers for a weekend, this can be arranged - please contact the club in advance. There will be a charge of £10 day.
21 - 22 Mar 2026
2 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
A 2 Day Practical Course on the water. No previous experience required - May be preceded by Level 1 Start Powerboating - Minimum Age 12
28 - 29 Mar 2026
2 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Build your confidence and gain the skills needed to sail and make decisions in good conditions
Sat 28 Mar 2026
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM (7 hours 30 minutes)
A one-day introduction to simple boat handling and the use of safety equipment. No previous experience necessary.
April 2026
Wed 1 Apr 2026
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM (7 hours 30 minutes)
A single day for Powerboat Instructors to develop their skills
Thu 2 Apr 2026
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM (7 hours 30 minutes)
A day for Dinghy Instructors to develop their skills
4 - 5 Apr 2026
2 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
An introduction to sailing dinghies for complete beginners, covering everything you need to know to get afloat under supervision
6 - 10 Apr 2026
1 week, 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
The Advanced camp builds on sailing a double handed dinghy, with the sailors aiming for their RYA Stage 4 and Sailing with Spinnakers of the RYA Youth Sailing Scheme.
6 - 10 Apr 2026
1 week, 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
This course will give you a fun introduction to the basics of sailing a small dinghy and gives you the opportunity to push yourself if you wish.
6 - 10 Apr 2026
1 week, 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
The Improver Camp builds on learning in the beginners camp, with the sailors aiming for their RYA stage 3 and State Racing of the RYA Youth Sailing Scheme. These camps are an excellent opportunity to get out on the water and get a lot of sailing in.
11 - 12 Apr 2026
Weekend 11/12
Designed for sailors who want to build their racing skills and confidence, These weekends offer high-quality coaching focused on improving technique, tactics, and performance on the water. The Weekend is open to sailors from all clubs. - Take part in the full two-day programme, or drop in for a single day of top-quality coaching. If sailor needs to use one of our Clubs Optimists for a weekend, this can be arranged - please contact the club in advance. There will be a charge of £10 per day.
11 - 12 Apr 2026
2 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
A 2 Day Practical Course on the water. No previous experience required - May be preceded by Level 1 Start Powerboating - Minimum Age 12
18 - 19 Apr 2026
Weekend of Apr 18/19
Designed for sailors who want to build their racing skills and confidence, These weekends offer high-quality coaching focused on improving technique, tactics, and performance on the water. The Weekend is open to sailors from all clubs. - Take part in the full two-day programme, or drop in for a single day of top-quality coaching. If sailor needs to use one of our Clubs Toppers for a weekend, this can be arranged - please contact the club in advance. There will be a charge of £10 day.
18 - 19 Apr 2026
2 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
A course for complete beginners. learn how to sail in all directions and awareness of launching and recovery. specific to learning to sail a keelboat.
Sat 18 Apr 2026
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM (7 hours 30 minutes)
A one-day introduction to simple boat handling and the use of safety equipment. No previous experience necessary.
Sun 19 Apr 2026
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM (7 hours 30 minutes)
This one-day course runs from 9:30am to 6:00pm and covers the RYA Short Range Certificate (SRC). The exam will take place from approximately 4:30pm, once the course training has finished. Please note, there is an additional exam fee of £76 payable directly to the RYA and is not included in this course fee.
25 - 26 Apr 2026
2 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
A 2 Day Practical Course on the water. No previous experience required - May be preceded by Level 1 Start Powerboating - Minimum Age 12
May 2026
2 - 3 May 2026
2 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
An introduction to sailing dinghies for complete beginners, covering everything you need to know to get afloat under supervision
2 - 3 May 2026
2 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
A course for complete beginners. learn how to sail in all directions and awareness of launching and recovery. specific to learning to sail a keelboat.
Sat 9 May 2026
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM (7 hours 30 minutes)
A one-day introduction to simple boat handling and the use of safety equipment. No previous experience necessary.
9 - 10 May 2026
2 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
A 2 Day Practical Course on the water. No previous experience required - May be preceded by Level 1 Start Powerboating - Minimum Age 12
16 - 17 May 2026
2 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Build your confidence and gain the skills needed to sail and make decisions in good conditions. By the end of this course you will be a competent sailor in light winds.
16 - 17 May 2026
2 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Build your confidence and gain the skills needed to sail and make decisions in good conditions
23 - 24 May 2026
2 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
A 2 Day Practical Course on the water. No previous experience required - May be preceded by Level 1 Start Powerboating - Minimum Age 12
Sun 24 May 2026
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM (7 hours 30 minutes)
A one-day introduction to simple boat handling and the use of safety equipment. No previous experience necessary.
25 - 29 May 2026
1 week, 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
This course will give you a fun introduction to the basics of sailing a small dinghy and gives you the opportunity to push yourself if you wish.
25 - 29 May 2026
1 week, 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
The Improver Camp builds on learning in the beginners camp, with the sailors aiming for their RYA stage 3 and State Racing of the RYA Youth Sailing Scheme. These camps are an excellent opportunity to get out on the water and get a lot of sailing in.
June 2026
6 - 7 Jun 2026
2 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
An introduction to sailing dinghies for complete beginners, covering everything you need to know to get afloat under supervision
6 - 7 Jun 2026
2 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
A 2 Day Practical Course on the water. No previous experience required - May be preceded by Level 1 Start Powerboating - Minimum Age 12
13 - 14 Jun 2026
2 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
A course for complete beginners. learn how to sail in all directions and awareness of launching and recovery. specific to learning to sail a keelboat.
Sat 13 Jun 2026
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM (7 hours 30 minutes)
A one-day introduction to simple boat handling and the use of safety equipment. No previous experience necessary.
Sun 14 Jun 2026
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM (7 hours 30 minutes)
Assessment and Preparation for the Dinghy Instructor Course
20 - 21 Jun 2026
2 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
A 2 Day Practical Course on the water. No previous experience required - May be preceded by Level 1 Start Powerboating - Minimum Age 12
Sat 27 Jun 2026
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM (7 hours 30 minutes)
A one-day introduction to simple boat handling and the use of safety equipment. No previous experience necessary.
July 2026
4 - 5 Jul 2026
2 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
An introduction to sailing dinghies for complete beginners, covering everything you need to know to get afloat under supervision
4 - 5 Jul 2026
2 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
A 2 Day Practical Course on the water. No previous experience required - May be preceded by Level 1 Start Powerboating - Minimum Age 12
11 - 12 Jul 2026
2 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
A course for complete beginners. learn how to sail in all directions and awareness of launching and recovery. specific to learning to sail a keelboat.
Sat 11 Jul 2026
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM (7 hours 30 minutes)
A one-day introduction to simple boat handling and the use of safety equipment. No previous experience necessary.
11 - 12 Jul 2026
2 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
WOMENS' RYA KEELBOAT LEVEL 1 - START YOUR SAILING JOURNEY - Always wanted to try sailing but never quite taken the plunge? Our Women's RYA Keelboat Level 1 course is for complete beginners who would like to learn in a relaxed, supportive and confidence-building environment. No experience is needed. Just bring your enthusiasm - we will do the rest.
18 - 19 Jul 2026
2 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Build your confidence and gain the skills needed to sail and make decisions in good conditions. By the end of this course you will be a competent sailor in light winds.
18 - 19 Jul 2026
2 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
A 2 Day Practical Course on the water. No previous experience required - May be preceded by Level 1 Start Powerboating - Minimum Age 12
25 - 26 Jul 2026
2 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Build your confidence and gain the skills needed to sail and make decisions in good conditions
Sun 26 Jul 2026
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM (7 hours 30 minutes)
A one-day introduction to simple boat handling and the use of safety equipment. No previous experience necessary.
August 2026
1 - 2 Aug 2026
2 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
An introduction to sailing dinghies for complete beginners, covering everything you need to know to get afloat under supervision
1 - 2 Aug 2026
2 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
A 2 Day Practical Course on the water. No previous experience required - May be preceded by Level 1 Start Powerboating - Minimum Age 12
8 - 9 Aug 2026
2 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
A course for complete beginners. learn how to sail in all directions and awareness of launching and recovery. specific to learning to sail a keelboat.
Sat 8 Aug 2026
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM (7 hours 30 minutes)
A one-day introduction to simple boat handling and the use of safety equipment. No previous experience necessary.
Sat 22 Aug 2026
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM (7 hours 30 minutes)
A one-day introduction to simple boat handling and the use of safety equipment. No previous experience necessary.
22 - 23 Aug 2026
2 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
A 2 Day Practical Course on the water. No previous experience required - May be preceded by Level 1 Start Powerboating - Minimum Age 12
September 2026
5 - 6 Sep 2026
2 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
An introduction to sailing dinghies for complete beginners, covering everything you need to know to get afloat under supervision
5 - 6 Sep 2026
2 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
A 2 Day Practical Course on the water. No previous experience required - May be preceded by Level 1 Start Powerboating - Minimum Age 12
12 - 13 Sep 2026
2 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
A course for complete beginners. learn how to sail in all directions and awareness of launching and recovery. specific to learning to sail a keelboat.
Sat 12 Sep 2026
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM (7 hours 30 minutes)
A one-day introduction to simple boat handling and the use of safety equipment. No previous experience necessary.
19 - 20 Sep 2026
2 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Build your confidence and gain the skills needed to sail and make decisions in good conditions. By the end of this course you will be a competent sailor in light winds.
19 - 20 Sep 2026
2 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
A 2 Day Practical Course on the water. No previous experience required - May be preceded by Level 1 Start Powerboating - Minimum Age 12
Sat 26 Sep 2026
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM (7 hours 30 minutes)
A one-day introduction to simple boat handling and the use of safety equipment. No previous experience necessary.
October 2026
3 - 4 Oct 2026
2 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
An introduction to sailing dinghies for complete beginners, covering everything you need to know to get afloat under supervision
3 - 4 Oct 2026
2 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
A 2 Day Practical Course on the water. No previous experience required - May be preceded by Level 1 Start Powerboating - Minimum Age 12
10 - 11 Oct 2026
2 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
A course for complete beginners. learn how to sail in all directions and awareness of launching and recovery. specific to learning to sail a keelboat.
Sat 10 Oct 2026
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM (7 hours 30 minutes)
A one-day introduction to simple boat handling and the use of safety equipment. No previous experience necessary.
17 - 18 Oct 2026
2 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
A 2 Day Practical Course on the water. No previous experience required - May be preceded by Level 1 Start Powerboating - Minimum Age 12
24 - 25 Oct 2026
2 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Build your confidence and gain the skills needed to sail and make decisions in good conditions
Sun 25 Oct 2026
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM (7 hours 30 minutes)
A one-day introduction to simple boat handling and the use of safety equipment. No previous experience necessary.
26 - 30 Oct 2026
1 week, 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
This course will give you a fun introduction to the basics of sailing a small dinghy and gives you the opportunity to push yourself if you wish.
26 - 30 Oct 2026
1 week, 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
The Improver Camp builds on learning in the beginners camp, with the sailors aiming for their RYA stage 3 and State Racing of the RYA Youth Sailing Scheme. These camps are an excellent opportunity to get out on the water and get a lot of sailing in.
31 Oct 2026 - 1 Nov 2026
2 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
A 2 Day Practical Course on the water. No previous experience required - May be preceded by Level 1 Start Powerboating - Minimum Age 12
November 2026
7 - 8 Nov 2026
2 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
A course for complete beginners. learn how to sail in all directions and awareness of launching and recovery. specific to learning to sail a keelboat.
Sat 7 Nov 2026
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM (7 hours 30 minutes)
A one-day introduction to simple boat handling and the use of safety equipment. No previous experience necessary.
14 - 15 Nov 2026
2 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
A 2 Day Practical Course on the water. No previous experience required - May be preceded by Level 1 Start Powerboating - Minimum Age 12