DINGHY LEVEL 2 AIMS:
This course aims for you to become a competent dinghy sailor in light winds. You will be introduced to sailing techniques, manoeuvres, rigging, launching, safety and basic rules of the road. By the end of the course you should be able to sail in light winds without an instructor onboard.
BASIC SKILLS COURSE DURATION:
We offer three variations of the RYA Dinghy Basic Skills Level 2 Course,
- Over a weekend 0915 to 1645 each day
- Two consecutive days mid-week 0915 to 1645
- Five summer evenings 1800 to 2100
DINGHY LEVEL 2 PRE REQUISITES:
- Minimum Age 14 and either
- RYA Dinghy Sailing Level 1 or
- RYA Multihull Level 1
RYA LEVEL 2 COURSE CONTENT:
The course covers rigging, points of sail, leaving and returning the beach, sailing efficiently, capsize drill and basic rules of the road. You will spend plenty time on the helm and crewing, which will help you become accustomed to all the terminology and to develop your techniques.
WHAT’S INCLUDED, DINGHY LEVEL 2:
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- 2 days shared use of one of our dinghies
- 2 days instruction
- Loan of a bouyancy aid
- RYA Dinghy Basic Skills Level 2 Certificate
- Tea &
- Free Parking
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED:
- Hire of wet weather gear (£5 per day if required)
- Footwear / boots
- Lunch