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RYA Level 1 - Start Sailing - October 2026
Royal Yachting Association National Sailing Scheme
Start Sailing (Level 1)
This training course is aimed at complete beginners aged 18 to 68, but if you have not sailed for many years or just want a refresher, you are also welcome.
The training will be run over two consecutive Saturdays - 10th and 17th of September.
Dates:
| Saturday 10th October | 0900 – 1700 |
| Saturday 17th October | 0900 – 1700 |
Equipment/Clothing - Students are required to provide their own buoyancy aids, wet suits and windproof/waterproof clothing. Buoyancy aids must comply with EN 393/ISO 12402-5 at the 50 Newton level. They should fit the user securely so that, once immersed, they do not slide up the body of the user. Crotch straps should be used if appropriate. Buoyancy aids will be checked to ensure they meet these standards. Any queries on clothing or personal flotation devices should be directed to the CI Sailing via RYAAdmin@seafarers-sailing-club.org.uk
Assessment - Students will be assessed continuously during the course.
Capsize Righting – An understanding of how to right a capsized dinghy forms part of the Level 1 training. Practical capsize righting drills are optional at this level and are dependent on suitable wind, sea and weather conditions. As a result, they cannot be programmed in advance. Where conditions are appropriate, the Instructional Team may select a suitable time during the course to conduct the drills, following a thorough on-shore briefing.
Inclement weather - If sailing is cancelled or postponed, the opportunity will be taken to cover relevant aspects of shore training.
Certificates - On completion of the course students will be awarded certificates appropriate to the level they have achieved. After this training you will be awarded with certificate for Level 1
Fees - The standard cost of the course is £50 which includes an RYA Start Sailing Handbook and RYA syllabus and Logbook. If you already have them then the fee is £45. Select the reduced 'no handbook & Logbook' fee. You will be required to have both with you during the course.
Training Course Cancellation Policy - Applications will not be confirmed until the relevant course fee has been paid. Applicants who cancel their booking more than 28 days before the course start date will have their course fee refunded in full. Applicants who cancel their booking 28 days or less before the course start date will not normally have their fee refunded. In special cases applicants may seek a refund by writing to the clubs RYA administrator. In all cases the decision of the RYA Principal will be final.
Applicants should note that Joining fees and Membership fees are dealt with by the Membership Secretary in accordance with Section 3 of the Club Rules.