This course is aimed at the complete novice who would like to try sailing for the first time. The weekend is run by friendly instructors who understand you may be apprehensive. The emphasis is on fun and enjoyment and we are sure you will not want to leave at the end of the course.

Your instructor will guide you through the safety procedures and make sure you are comfortable and at ease aboard your yacht before you set sail. He or she will show you all the basics and will be there to support you at every stage, but by the end of your first weekend aboard you will have accomplished so much. You will be able to steer a yacht, handle rope work, sail a basic course and be aware of safety onboard. You may find you're a natural and hooked for life.

This course is ideal as a gift experience and like all our courses we can provide a gift voucher.

This course is run all year round. Please call us for latest availability. If you would like own boat tuition to complete this course please feel free to call us to discuss the options

Itinerary:  1830 Friday until approximately 1600 Sunday. Click here for an example schedule of how you will spend the weekend

What's Included:  All food except the evening of joining, wet weather gear, sleeping bag with liner and pillow, mooring fees and accommodation onboard. For details of what you should bring please refer to the FAQ's section

Next Step:  RYA Competent Crew Course.  Holders of an RYA Start Yachting certificate can obtain a RYA Competent Crew certificate by completing a further two weekends of the RYA Competent Crew course