Racing instructor training 

This endorsement should be obtained by instructors with experience of club racing who wish to teach racing skills through the Start Racing module of the RYA Sailing Scheme.

Eligibility
Dinghy instructor trainees who have experience of club racing (minimum completed 9 races and assistant race officer role once) may qualify during their instructor training course. Alternatively qualified dinghy instructors may undertake further training at a later date with a Coach/Assessor.

Training
The course will include the organisation of club racing, preparation and management of the Start Racing course and instructional techniques afloat including the use of race training exercises. On successful competion, the candidates logbook will be signed by the Coach/Assessor.

Club Racing Coaches
Club racing coaches are also able to run the Start Racing courses (amongst other things), but are not required to be dinghy instructors.