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RYA Youth Sailing Scheme - Start Sailing Stage 1

An introduction to the parts of the boat and the basic principles of how to get a boat sailing.

Course description

An introduction to the parts of the boat and the basic principles of how to get a boat sailing

Course overview

Course length

Approximately 2 days, 16 hours or equivalent number of sessions

Course format

Practical course on the water

Required experience

None

Minimum age

Centre specific

More information

  • Launching and recovery
  • Sailing across the wind
  • Turning around
  • Steering and basic parts of the boat 

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