Building on Stage 1, the RYA Youth Sailing Scheme – Start Sailing Stage 2 equips young sailors with more advanced techniques. Participants learn to handle their dinghies in various wind conditions, practicing tacking, gybing, and balancing the boat effectively. The course emphasizes developing independence while maintaining safety. By the end, ...see more
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Youth Sailing Scheme - Start Sailing Stage 2
Course Overview
Building on Stage 1, the RYA Youth Sailing Scheme – Start Sailing Stage 2 equips young sailors with more advanced techniques. Participants learn to handle their dinghies in various wind conditions, practicing tacking, gybing, and balancing the boat effectively. The course emphasizes developing independence while maintaining safety. By the end, participants will have the skills to navigate confidently and manage their boats in moderate conditions, preparing them for more challenging stages of the Youth Sailing Scheme.
Fundamentals
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Course Content |
Improved sailing skills on all points of sail. Tacking, gybing, ropework and collision avoidance. |
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Minimum Age |
Centre specific (Please contact your local Training Centre) |
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Minimum Duration |
2 days (16 hours) or equivalent number of sessions |
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Certificate Issuing Criteria |
Demonstrate confidence in sailing including tacking, gybing and improved boat control and speed. |
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