Start Sailing 1 is the perfect introduction to learning to sail on dinghies! The course will teach you sailing theory, rigging, and on-water skills. We look forward to seeing you become competent sailors, gain confidence and have lots of fun out on the water.

Please come to the Regatta room to sign on and be briefed for your program, or find a friendly instructor to direct you.

Remember this is a water sport so you will get wet, and it is often hot and the UV is strong. All safety equipment is provided. You will need to bring the following items:

• Wear clothing that can get wet, and that you can swim in. No jeans or tight fitting trousers. Board shorts are good. You could also wear a wet suit if you have one. Absolutely no cotton shirts – try a rashie, polyester, wool, rayon, etc. instead.
• Shoes that cover your toes, either neoprene booties, reef shoes, or old trainers.
• A hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen. These are best tied on with string so you don't lose them overboard!
• A towel and a change of clothes. We have warm showers for after!
• A snack and a water bottle

Look forward to seeing you on the beach at GRSC!

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Course Overview

This course introduces participants to dinghy sailing and its fundamental skills so they learn terminology and equipment and practice launching and returning to shore and capsize recovery. 

Course Prerequisites

Water confident.

Who should do this course?

This course is designed for participants who wish to begin sailing in a dinghy. All the equipment and gear will be provided by your accredited Discover Sailing Centre.

Course Outcome

You will gain your Start Sailing 1 completion certificate. 

 

We recognise that some of our course participants are completing the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award and may be using sailing and/or club membership to complete one or more sections of The Award. To learn more, click here.