RYA Start Yachting

RYA Start Yachting is a short introduction to sailing ideal for complete beginners. If you’ve always wondered what sailing was like and wanted to give it a go, then this is the course for you. Holders of the Start Yachting certificate can also go on to complete the Competent Crew course in a reduced time of three days or two weekends.

The emphasis is on learning basic skills while having fun. You’ll be welcomed by one of our friendly knowledgeable skippers and during your time on board you will be encouraged to participate fully enabling you to understand how life on board a yacht works.

By the end of the course you will have experienced steering a yacht, sail handling, ropework and be aware of safety on board. Holders of the Start Yachting certificate can go on to complete the Competent Crew course in a reduced time of three days or two weekends.

Course Structure

•The yacht

•Ropework

•Underway

•Rules of the road

•Man overboard recovery

•Clothing and equipment

•Emergency equipment and precautions

•Meteorology

Useful Information

You’ll have a basic understanding of life on board a yacht, including knowledge that is useful towards becoming a competent crew. You will leave with a much better idea of whether you would like to spend more time on the water.