Our youth sailing courses (age 8 to 16) are based on the RYA National Youth Sailing Scheme and are held over 3 days during the school holidays. A combination of the appropriate courses, and practice in WYC Youth Sessions, you can go from being a complete beginner to becoming a confident, independent sailor and have a lot of fun in the process!
To find out more, download the RYA youth course brochure here.
RYA Youth Sailing Stage One:
An introduction to the parts of the boat and the basic principles of how to get a boat sailing. No prior knowledge or experience needed.
RYA Youth Sailing Stage Two:
Develop the skills needed to sail around a course and understand the basic principles, as well as rope work and collision avoidance. These skills are needed to become a confident sailor. Previous experienced to the ability of RYA stage 1 is needed to join this course.
RYA Youth Sailing Stage Three:
In stage 3 you will continue to develop rigging and sailing techniques, capsize recovery and sailing theory, as well as launching and recovery skills.
Build your confidence and develop the skills needed to sail in different directions in moderate conditions. Previous experience of RYA stage 2 is needed to join this course.
RYA Youth Sailing Stage Four and advanced courses are available for those who have completed stages 1-3.
RYA Youth courses at Easter and October half term are located at Westbere Lake, Fordwich (near Canterbury) for two days and then at WYC on the third day, weather dependant.
