Youth Improve Sailing Week – 5 Day School Holiday Course (Ages 8 – 15)
COURSE FORMAT
Duration: 5 days (Monday–Friday)
Daily timetable: 09:15–16:30
Location: Chieftain Training, Southampton Water Activities Centre (SWAC)
Instructor ratio: Small groups with qualified instructors, maximum of 6 children to 1 instructor
Progression: Skills build each day with clear goals and plenty of water time
We sail in safe conditions matched to the group’s ability. If weather isn’t suitable, we’ll run shoreside sessions (knots, rigging, rules, weather, and fun theory) and get on the water as soon as it’s appropriate.
PRE REQUISITES:
- Aged 8-15
- Start Sailing Week or RYA Stage 1 Sailing
- Water confident (i.e. can swim 25m in clothing)
COURSE CONTENT:
Improve the skills learnt on their first course.
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
- 5 days of instruction
- Use of our boats
- Loan of a buoyancy aid
- RYA Youth Sailing Stage 2 Certificate
- Free parking at our centre
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED:
- Wetsuit (available for £5 a day to hire from us)
- Footwear/wetsuit boots
- Lunch
Safety is built into everything we do. Sessions are run by experienced, appropriately qualified instructors using structured session plans and risk assessments.
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Buoyancy aids worn on/near the water
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Clear boundaries and operating areas
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Safety boat cover as required
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Age-appropriate coaching, with confidence at the centre
If your child is nervous about deep water or capsizing, tell us — we’re very used to helping first-timers feel comfortable and will help them climb those barriers
BOOKING
Spaces are limited and weeks will fill quickly. Book Below
Questions before you book? We’re happy to help with kit, sizing, confidence concerns, or whether your child should join the start, improve or develop group.