RYA RACING INSTRUCTOR AIMS:
This endorsement should be obtained by Instructors with experience of Club Racing who wish to teach racing skills through the RYA Racing Courses.
RACING INSTRUCTOR COURSE DURATION:
One Day 0915 to 1645
PRE REQUISITES:
- RYA Dinghy Instructor
- In Date First Aid Certificate
- Have competed in at least 9 Club Races
- Have assisted a Club Race Officer at least once
RACE INSTRUCTOR COURSE CONTENT:
Although each candidate has the opportunity to deliver a pre-prepared short talk on a subject of their choice the course focuses much more heavily on practical sessions. The practical sections of this course are usually run in single handers. The aim is for the candidates to run lots of short session afloat and the course includes a session in the boat park on rig tuning, delivered by our trainer. The course includes.
- Structure of the RYA racing courses and scheme
- Preparation & management of racing courses
- Instructional techniques
- Use of race training exercises
- Personal development
On successful completion, the candidates’ logbook will be signed by the Trainer
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
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- 1 day of Training
- Use of one of our dinghies
- Loan of a buoyancy aid
- RYA Racing Instructor Certificate
- Free Parking
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED:
- Wetsuit and spray top (£5 a day to hire from us)
- Footwear/wetsuit boots
- Lunch
- RYA Membership