Level 1 Start Sailing
This course provides a short introduction to sailing for novices. By the end of the course you will have a basic understanding of dinghy-handling techniques and background knowledge. It is recommended that all participants consolidate this short introduction with the Basic Skills and Better Sailing courses.Duration: Approximately 16 hours (either spread over a series of […]
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Before you go out and during your on-water session you should: Check the Conditions Check Your Equipment Check Yourself 1 Is all your equipment seaworthy and suitable? Clothing – Make sure you are wearing suitable clothing to keep you warm and comfortableduring your sailing session. If you are in any doubt about your water confidence […]
Levels of Buoyancy Buoyancy Aids & Lifejackets Children’s life jackets
Useful words when you’re sailing Port – left side looking forward Starboard – right side when looking forward Windward – the side closest to the wind – the upwind side of the boat Leeward – the downwind side of the boat Parts of the Sail Avoiding Collisions
A sailing dinghy needs the wind to move. Knowing where the wind is coming from and how strong it is important. Our first training sail was on a Beam Reach, with the wind coming over the side of the boat Every time you change sailing direction, even if it’s just for a short time, you’ll […]