Dinghy Instructor

• Module 1: Training in teaching techniques afloat and ashore
• Module 2: Course preparation, delivery and management
• Module 3: Customer liaison
• Outcome: Qualified to teach Sailing Scheme Levels 1, 2 and 3, Day Sailing, Seamanship Skills and Sailing with Spinnakers (if suitably experienced and approved) and Youth Sailing Scheme Stages 1, 2, 3 and 4

• Qualified to teach Sailing Scheme Levels 1, 2 and 3, Day Sailing, Seamanship Skills and Sailing with Spinnakers (if suitably experienced and approved) and Youth Sailing Scheme Stages 1, 2, 3 and 4

• Experience: Experienced sailor in strong winds. Pre-entry assessment to be completed within one year prior to the instructor course. First aid certificate, RYA Powerboat Level 2 and RYA Safe and Fun certificate and pre-course work required.
• Age: 16
• Fitness: Able to participate in the course format (afloat, classroom or online as applicable). You will get wet on practical courses.

Normally a 50 hour/5 day week but could be modular over a number of weekends or days, with extra time allowed for revision Format: Training and assessment course moderated on the final day.

Continuous practical assessment by your RYA instructor. No written exam unless noted for theory modules.

• You demonstrate the course skills to your instructor's satisfaction on the water or in the classroom.
• Extra coaching time is normal if a skill needs another pass.
• Certificate issued once you consistently meet the course standard.