RYA Start Yachting

By the end of these sailing lessons 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

- Basic knowledge of sea terms, parts of a boat, her rigging and sails

Ropework

- Ability to tie the following knots :- figure of eight, round turn and two half hitches, bowline

- Securing a rope to a cleat

- Use of winches and jamming cleats

Underway

- Has experienced sailing a yacht on all points of sail

- Can steer a yacht under power and sail

Rules of the road

- Can keep an efficient lookout at sea

Meteorology

- Knows where to obtain a weather forecast

Man overboard recovery

- Understands the action to be taken to recover a man overboard

Clothing and equipment

-Understands and complies with the rules for the wearing of life jackets, safety harnesses and personal buoyancy aids

Emergency equipment and precautions

-Is aware of the hazards on board a yacht

-Knows the action to be taken in the event of an emergency

Useful Information

Previous Experience:- This course lets you enjoy the fun and experience of sailing with no previous experience.

Assumed Knowledge:- This short sail training course assumes no prior knowledge