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RYA Adult Dinghy Level 1 Beginners Course » Day 1 of 2

30th May 2022, 09:00 - 17:00

This event is part of the RYA Adult Dinghy Level 1 Beginners Course group.
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Course overview

A course for complete beginners. Learn how to sail in all directions and awareness of launching and recovery.

Price

Members £135, Non-members £170

Course pre-requisites

None

Course duration

2 days or equivalent number of sessions

Minimum age

16 years

Content

How to sail in all directions, including an awareness of launching and recovering .

Qualification gained on successful completion

Able to sail in light winds under supervision .
The successful candidate is awarded RYA Dinghy Level 1 certificate.

Format

Predominantly afloat but with some classroom elements.

Student / instructor ratio

3:1

What's included

  • Use of boats, training materials and equipment.
  • Course handbook, certificates and log book.

What you should bring

  • Depending on the time of year, the Galley may be open for the purchase of breakfast, lunch and hot and cold drinks. If it will not be, you will be advised in advance so that you can bring your own food. Hot water will always be available.
  • If you have already completed an RYA Adult Dinghy sailing course before, please remember to bring your log book and certificates.
  • What should I wear?
    • Buoyancy aid of correct specification e.g. adult 50N (one will be provided if you do not have your own)
    • Correct seasonal wetsuit or drysuit
    • For inclement weather, a waterproof outer spray top or coat and base layers are recommended
    • Appropriate enclosed footwear, i.e. wetsuit boots or trainers that can get wet
    • Appropriate seasonal hat and gloves
    • Swimming costume and towel
    • Sunscreen
    • Water bottle
    • Change(s) of clothing

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