This is the second stage on the RYA learn to sail pathway, suitable for those aged to 8yrs+ who have completed their stage 1. Join us for 2 days of fun & learning this summer!

Following on from RYA Stage 1, this course is designed to give you further confidence and build on your Stage 1 skills. You will learn more about controlling the direction and speed of your boat and develop your competence in light and moderate wind conditions. Tuition takes place in single-handed boats under the supervision of an RYA, fully qualified instructor.

The course will cover:

1. Basic Sailing skills
2. Tacking
3. Boat speed control
4. Ropework
5. Collision avoidance

On completion of the Stage 2 course, you will be able to tack and control boat speed and have a basic understanding of the principles of sailing. You will be well on the way to becoming a competent sailor.

1. Be able to swim 25m
2. Aged 8yrs+
3. Completed stage 1

1. Shorts/T-shirt to go under a wetsuit. Feel free to bring your own wetsuit if you have one. Changing rooms are only open after activity.
2. Shoes that can get wet (no open toe - flip flops/sliders, must be old trainers or wetboots/shoes)
3. Snacks & lunch
4. Drinks
5. Suncream
6. Towel
7. Bag for wet kit

1. Arrive at the centre and meet your instructor
2. This course is a mixture of on the water activity with a few theory elements.
3. You'll stop for lunch around 12:30pm for 45minutes and then resume activity.
4. 15:45 you'll be off the water ready to get changed to leave by 16:00