RYA Youth Sailing Stage 3 in Cambridgeshire

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Activity Highlights:

This course is designed to build confidence and develop the techniques needed to sail a dinghy in various directions under moderate conditions. Ideal for young sailors who have completed Stage 2, this course provides a comprehensive and enjoyable learning experience.

Key Details

Duration: 2 consecutive days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Prerequisites: RYA Youth Sailing Stage 2

Key Skills

During this course, participants will learn to:

Improve rigging and understand sailing theory
Efficiently launch and recover a dinghy
Build confidence in a range of sailing techniques on all points of sail
Perform capsize recovery

Course Breakdown

Day One:

Introduction and review of Stage 2 skills
Focus on improved rigging and sailing theory
Practical sessions on launching and recovery
Basic sailing techniques on all points of sail

Day Two:

Advanced sailing techniques and building confidence on the water
Capsize recovery practice
Sailing around a triangle in moderate conditions
Final assessment and feedback

Location

The RYA Youth Sailing Stage 3 course is held at our centre, located in Perry, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire. Our centre offers excellent facilities and ideal conditions for learning and practicing sailing skills.

Prerequisites

Participants should have sailing skills to the standard of Stage 2. The minimum age for this course is centre-specific; please contact us for more details.

Why Choose Us

We are committed to providing high-quality, enjoyable, and safe sailing courses. Our experienced RYA-certified instructors are passionate about teaching and dedicated to helping young sailors build confidence and enhance their skills. With our excellent facilities and supportive environment, you will find the perfect setting to advance your sailing abilities.

Ready to take your sailing skills to the next level? Book your spot in our RYA Youth Sailing Stage 3 course today!

FAQs:

How do I get to the centre?

We are situated on the Southern shore of Grafham Water in a small village called Perry in West Cambridgeshire. There is easy access to us from the surrounding area through the A1 and the A14.

What3Words: Should you be using What3Words, the reference for our entrance is sleepless.slices.crunch.
By Road: Leave the A1 at the Buckden roundabout and take the turning onto the B661 signposted to Kimbolton. Carry on down the road to Perry. Once in Perry turn right opposite the Wheatsheaf Pub down Chichester Way. At the bottom of the road turn a tight right into our entrance.
By Rail: Huntingdon Train Station and St Neots Train Station are the two closest stations to the Centre. Both are under a 15 minute taxi ride away.
By Bus: Huntingdon Bus Station and St Neots Bus Station are the two closest stations to the Centre. Both are under a 15 minute taxi ride away.

What will I learn on this course?

Improve rigging and understand sailing theory
Efficiently launch and recover a dinghy
Sail on all points of sail in moderate conditions
Perform capsize recovery techniques

What age range is this suitable for?

We usually run our youth sessions for those aged between 8 and 15 years old. Those aged 16+ would generally join RYA adult sessions.

What is the schedule for the course?

The course runs for two consecutive days, from 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM each day. This intensive format provides approximately 16 hours of instruction and practice.

Is there a formal certification for this course?

Yes, upon successful completion of the course, you will receive a certificate recognising your improved sailing skills, including the ability to launch and sail a dinghy on all points of sail in moderate conditions and perform capsize recovery.

What if there is bad weather on the day?

Safety is our top priority. If weather conditions are deemed unsuitable for sailing, we will reschedule your session to a later date or provide alternative arrangements. We aim to ensure that all participants have a safe and productive experience.

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