Sailing Courses

Outdoor Activities Hertfordshire

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Sailing Courses

RYA stage 1 and Stage 2

Stage 1: Is for the complete beginner. It includes basic theory and practical skills of sailing. This course is run over three days and will give you an introduction to sailing. The course will get you familiar with boats and how they work and focuses on time out on the water. By the end of the course, you will have the basic understanding of dinghy-handling techniques and background knowledge.

Stage 2: Is for those who want to improve their existing skills. This course is run over three days and will provide you with the perfect opportunity to master the basics and allow you to sail a dinghy safely out on the water in light winds and learn some new manoeuvres. These courses can be delivered in a range of craft, but mainly through our Coypu, Wayfarer and Pico fleets. It allows you to develop the skills learnt in Level 1-Start Sailing and learn new ones such as man over boards

RYA Level 1 Start Sailing 18+

An introduction to sailing dinghies for complete beginners, covering everything you need to know to get you afloat under supervision.

RYA Level 2 Basic Skills Sailing 18+

Build on your existing skills and improve your confidence to be able to sail competently in light winds.

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Based on 142 reviews
David Hampshire
David Hampshire
24. January, 2024.
Great for SUP, check dates before you go, safe parking and friendly staff
Emma Luck
Emma Luck
30. September, 2023.
Went here to swim. The staff were really friendly. The water was clean and inviting. Would definitely recommend. Will be back!
Caroline Abbott
Caroline Abbott
31. August, 2023.
Daughter 8yo did some summer camp drop ins and had a great time
Warren Gao (RandomCuber)
Warren Gao (RandomCuber)
8. August, 2023.
It was amazing! Although the wetsuit was pretty tight, I had fun.
Hannah Woolner
Hannah Woolner
5. August, 2023.
Love this place
Matthew Grey
Matthew Grey
2. August, 2023.
Our whole family absolutely loves it here. It’s a fantastic place, with amazing facilities and lovely staff. They do everything from classes and open sessions to kids’ holiday clubs; canoeing kayaking, paddle boarding, sailing, open water swimming, archery, climbing and more besides. For young and old, and all with lake loads joy!
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