RYA DINGHY LEVEL 1 OVERVIEW:
If you want to start dinghy sailing, then the RYA Dinghy Start Sailing Level 1 course is the place to start.
DINGHY LEVEL 1 AIMS:
The RYA DinghyStart Sailing Level 1 course is designed to introduce the sport of sailing and impart the fundamental knowledge required to get afloat under supervision. We will give you a basic understanding of sailing techniques and some supporting knowledge of the sport.
START SAILING COURSE DURATION:
For individuals we offer three variations of the RYA Dinghy Start Sailing Level 1 Course:
- Two consecutive mid-week days (0915 to 1645)
- One weekend (0915 to 1645)
- Five mid-week summer evenings (1800 to 2100)
For groups and colleges we can bespoke the timings as required and usually run the course over 6-10 weeks. The timings below are therefore only examples. Groups typically visit once a week in the morning, afternoon or evening
- Ten sessions 1.5 hrs per week)
- Six sessions (2.5 hrs per week)
PRE REQUISITES:
This is a beginner level course for which there are no pre-requisites other than age (minimum age 14)
COURSE CONTENT:
This course offers a thorough introduction to dinghy sailing with plenty of opportunity to crew and helm under the supervision of one of our experienced instructors.
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
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- 2 days of instruction
- Use of our sailing dinghies
- Loan of a bouancy aid
- RYA Dinghy Start Sailing Level 1 Certificate
- Tea and coffee
- Free Parking
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED:
- Wetsuit (available for £5 a day to hire from us)
- Footwear/wetsuit boots
- Lunch
OPTIONAL EXTRAS:
For a far more thorough introduction to dinghy sailing, it is advisable to combine this course with a 2-day RYA Dinghy Basic Skills Level 2 course.
WHY CHOOSE SWAC FOR THIS COURSE?:
We offer this course in various formats (weekend, mid week or evening) designed to suit you. Our fleet lives on the River Itchen, a sheltered river with easy access to the Solent. This makes it unlikely that we have to cancel due to heavy weather. We are the only centre in Southampton that offers this course regularly throughout the year.