Course description: Introduces the
absolute beginner to the delights of sailing aboard
a cruising yacht. It is also an ideal stepping stone
for dinghy sailors to try yachting and for those who
have done some crewing but wish to learn the right
way and for you who would like to advance from being
just a passenger to an active crewmember aboard a
yacht. By the end of the course you will be able to
steer, handle sails, keep a lookout, row a dinghy
and assist in all the daily routines on board. You
will also have visited some interesting harbours and
anchorages and had an enjoyable holiday.
Suggested minimum pre-course experience and
recommended knowledge: None.
Course contents: Basic seamanship and
helmsmanship.
Duration: 5 days or three weekends. Reduced
to 2 weekends for holders of the Start yachting
certificate..
Dates & Prices: See below
Syllabus
Example
schedule
After the course: You are a useful crew
member.
Certificate: After successful completion we
award you with an RYA Competent Crew Practical
Certificate.
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