Club racing basics: starts, rules and boat speed. Eight hours on the water.
The RYA specifies 8 hours on water tuition. Format: practical course on the water. Required experience: Sailing and knowledge to at least the standard of the Level 2 course or Stage 3 in the Youth Sailing Scheme.
Centres on adventuro run this course at lakes, estuaries and coastal venues across the UK. Pick a location that suits your diary and the conditions you want to learn in.
8 hours on water tuition Format: Practical course on the water.
Continuous practical assessment by your RYA instructor. No written exam unless noted for theory modules.
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Find activitiesRYA Dinghy Start Racing is an RYA course. Practical course on the water. It builds skills within the RYA training pathway.
Sailing and knowledge to at least the standard of the Level 2 course or Stage 3 in the Youth Sailing Scheme
Centre specific. Centres may set their own limits for junior participants.
8 hours on water tuition
Practical RYA courses use continuous assessment. Theory courses and exams may include a formal test. Your centre confirms the format.
Practical courses: clothes you are happy to get wet, non-slip footwear, hat and sun cream or warm layers. Classroom or online: notepad if you like. Your centre sends a kit list.
Progress to the next RYA module. Your instructor recommends the sensible next step.
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