Learn to Sail
Introduction to Sailing
A hands-on beginner course for anyone with little or no sailing experience. Get out on the water under expert supervision and discover whether sailing is for you.
What the course covers
The course is aimed at those with little or no sailing experience who want to get out on the water and try it under expert supervision. It runs as three two-hour morning sessions and covers:
- How to sail in all directions
- How to rig and set up a keelboat
- Safety and the basic rules of sailing
- Practical experience helming and crewing a keelboat
Each session pairs one experienced sailor with two attendees, so it’s a real hands-on opportunity to get stuck in rather than watch from the side.
There’s also the chance to crew in the afternoon to practise what you’ve learned and get more time on the water. This is optional but recommended — afternoon sailing runs from roughly 1pm to 5pm.
Weather: dates are conditional on the weather. In cases of extreme wind a session may be postponed for everyone’s safety.