Sailing Introduction Session
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Sessions are suitable for adults and/or children and usually run on Saturday mornings between 10.00am and 12:30pm. They must be reserved in advance.They're dependant on the weather being suitable for your first time on the water, so sessions won't run if it's very windy or there's no wind at all.
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Standard 2017 Session: £35.00
YDSC is a registered charity. This is a suggestion for a suitable donation.
Club members don't usually need to make a donation but sessions are subject to reservation.
Schedule
10:00 Meet your helmsman, register for your Session and book for lunch at the galley if required.
10:15 Start the Sessions with an introduction to the dinghy, how it uses the wind to move around and what you'll be doing while aboard.
10:45 Then it's off to get changed. We can provide you with a wetsuit and buoyancy aid if you need them and an optional helmet.
11:15 Head out onto the water for an hour with your helmsman and give it a go! Depending on the weather, you'll be sitting on the side of the boat, tacking, gybing, using the spinnaker and more.
12:15 Back ashore with the option of a shower and lunch :)
12:30 Session Ends.
Times may vary slightly.
To be eligible for a Sailing Introduction, you'll have to meet the following conditions:
Age:
Min. 8 years old at the time of the Session.
Height:
Max. 188cm (6' 2")
Weight:
Single Person up to 80Kg (12.5st)
2 People up to 100Kg (16st)
Fitness:
Have a reasonable level of agility/fitness. You must be able to swim and climb back into the boat from the water.
Preparation
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Here's a list of things you'll need to bring along to your Session.
- A windproof jacket.
- A hat.
- A pair of trainers that you don't mind getting wet.
- A towel.
- Some suncream just in case.
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We will supply you with a wetsuit and buoyancy aid. A helmet or gloves can also be provided if you require them.
Safety takes the highest priority at all times during your Session. The helmsman always has the final word on the level of activities that take place during a Session.
If you like your Sailing Taster Session and want to get involved with the sport, RYA Courses are available through the year!
What else to Expect
On a windy day, you'll have the opportunity to sit out over the side of the boat and water may be splashed up onto you, so don't worry if a little rain is forecast as well :)
Depending on the conditions and your capabilities, and at the discression of the helmsman you may also be given the opportunity to try additional techniques used to sail a dinghy which may include using the trapeze or even helming.
