Junior Summer Sailing » Summer Holidays 1st August
The complete beginners courses, aimed at getting juniors sailing with assistance.
The Stage 1 will enable them to have fun on the water. Learning the basics of sailing to allow them to crew efficiently and tack the boat across the wind.
The Stage 2 will then enable them to helm and sail the boat on all points of sail competently under supervision.
Improver courses aimed at getting juniors sailing in single-handers and double-handers competently on their own.
The Stage 3 gives them the skills in a single-hander needed to get out on their own with the close eye of an instructor on a safety boat.
The Stage 4 improves those skills and competence so they are able to sail efficiently and safely in their own time outside a course.
Completion of a stage depends on ability and weather conditions during the day (a stage will take at least 16hrs).
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
None
MINIMUM AGE
Minimum age: 8yrs
COST
Per Morning; £25 Members, £40 non-members
which includes
Logbook (provided at Stage 1 only)
Certificate on successful completion of acourse
YOU NEED TO BRING
- Sailing gear to include
- Wetsuit
- Buoyancy aid for competent swimmers (minimum 50 Newtons)
- Life jackets (foam) to be worn by non swimmers (minimum 100 Newtons)
- Footwear (Grippy shoes that can get wet. Wetsuit boots or shoes, or trainers are fine, Plimsoles, Crocs or Wellies not ok)
- Swim gear and/or rash vest for under the wetsuit
- Waterproof jacket or spray top
- Towel
- Sun protection including suncream/sun hat
- Warm hat for colder days
- Snacks and Waterbottle
- Logbook (stage 2 and above can be purchased from the club)
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
Parents are not required to stay throughout the course, however are to provide a number they can be contacted on if needed during the day.
Courses held at Exe Sailing Club with a minimum duration of 16 hours, with a maximum ratio of, 1 instructor to 3 students in double hander, or 1 instructor to 6 students in single handers.
FURTHER QUESTIONS
Do not hesitate to contact our Club Professional on
Email: training@exe-sailing-club.org
Phone: 01395 264607
Last updated 9:21am on 13 November 2024