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Start Sailing RYA Level 1
The RYA Level One course is the perfect introduction to sailing and is for beginners with little or no previous dinghy sailing experience.
Duration: 3 days. You need to attend all 3 session. Sailing is weather dependent and we may need to re-schedule a session in case of bad weather so please ensure you are also available for the reserve date. If you cannot make all of the advertised dates then please choose an alternative set of course dates (we have 4 to choose from).
Entry requirements: None
During the course you will learn all of the key skills required to get afloat and sail under supervision in light winds.
The course covers rigging the boat, sailing in all directions, launching and recovery and capsize recovery. Short shore based theory sessions will cover the basic equipment needed, tides and weather.
It is recommended that all participants consolidate this course with the RYA Level Two Basic Skills course.
You may either pay in full, or pay a £50 deposit to secure your place and can pay the balance later; either by Card or Bank Transfer.
Please note that the £50 deposit (or the first £50 if paid in full) is non-refundable if you cancel within 4 weeks of the course start date.
There is no charge if you have been given a gift-voucher for a course.
Sailing is weather dependant, we may need to cancel or rearange courses due to unsuitable weather.
Courses may be cancelled if insuficcient numbers book.
Any queries please email enquiries@bfyc.org.uk.