Another opportunity for adults to learn the basic skills required to sail a dinghy or a larger keelboat & covering the requirements for the RYA Adult syllabus.  Running on Saturday 17 and 24 August.

The National Sailing Scheme is a series of short courses, each run over a number of sessions or two full days. An introduction to sailing dinghies for complete adult beginners, covering everything you need to know to get afloat, and sail a dinghy under supervision. Progress quickly from beginner to expert in a controlled, safe and enjoyable environment.

If there is demand this course can also be run over a 2 consecutive weeks on Monday and Tuesday evenings with a 6.30pm start. Let us know when booking if this is a preference.

The clubhouse and facilities will be available for changing etc. So please come prepared to go afloat, bring warm hats & clothes / footwear you don’t mind getting wet, and a spare change of clothes if you get wet  and also a towel and toiletries for a shower after. DSC can provide a  wetsuit and Buoyancy Aid but bring your own if you have one please. You’ll need swimwear for underneath, a towel and toiletries for a shower after, and old shoes you don’t mind getting wet in the sea if you haven’t anything else suitable.

Safety is our priority so all sessions are weather dependant, we’ll try our best to offer alternative nights if its unsafe to go afloat.