Junior/Youth Training

Junior/Youth RYA Training sessions follow the RYA Onboard scheme, teaching students from 8 years old up to 18 years old. Beginning with Stage 1 and working through the modules to Stage 4. Each module is over 2 days (16 hours). All of the equipment is provided with students put into appropriate sailing boats and under the supervision of a qualified sailing instructor. Please note a parent or guardian is required to remain on site for Stage 1 and Stage 2 students.

Stage 1 students are taught basic boat handling skills, basic parts of a boat, how to launch and how to assist with stowage of their boat and gear.

Stage 2 builds on previous learning, with student's knowledge being extended as they learn how to rig, sail a triangular course and understand how to manoeuvre their boat.

Stage 3 develops sailing techniques and manoeuvres; how to sail in different wind conditions; the five essentials and an introduction to racing.

Stage 4 includes sailing a double-handed boat, as a crew or helm; effective use of the five essentials; righting a capsized dinghy as helm/crew; more ropework and meteorology.

The RYA Onboard programme provides the framework for progression. Students can and do, move on to advanced sailing with spinnakers and performance racing.

For more information about weekend or midweek RYA Junior Courses contact training@drsc.co.uk or follow the link under 'Book Events' and select 'Junior RYA Sailing Courses' for more information.

Last updated 19:07 on 24 March 2024