Course and qualification

RYA Keelboat Level 1 - Start Sailing

RYA schemes:Small Boat SailingRYA
Age:No RYA minimum age
Level:Beginner
Setting:Afloat

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What to know about RYA Keelboat Level 1 - Start Sailing

Which schemes include it?
Small Boat Sailing, RYA.
How is it taught?
Afloat.
Who is it for?
No RYA minimum age
Where can I take it?
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About this course

A course for complete beginners specific to learning to sail a keelboat, teaching you how to leave and return and sail in all directions. Learn to sail in all directions, leaving and returning, and master the skills of tacking and gybing

Course fundamentals

Minimum ageNo RYA minimum age
DurationApproximately 2 days, 16 hours or equivalent number of sessions
Course contentLearn to sail in all directions, leaving and returning, and master the skills of tacking and gybing
Certificate or qualificationThe appropriate RYA course completion certificate is awarded following successful completion of the course and its prescribed assessment.
Award typeCourse completion certificate
Separate assessmentNot required

Prerequisites

Entry requirement

None

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