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The Royal Yachting Association (RYA) was set up in 1875, and has become world renowned for its training schemes. There are currently more than 2,400 RYA Training centres worldwide, in more than 58 countries.
The Youth and Adult schemes are all encompassing, for everyone from complete novices to the highest level of racing. It’s focus is to be accessible and more importantly safe, to raise the standards of boating by promoting safe practices.
As an RYA recognized training centre, we are held to the standards of the RYA and all our instructors must be qualified by the RYA. This ensures that training and equipment is kept to a very high standard.
We are very lucky to have a huge range of equipment available from 2.4m Optimists to 4.9m RS Ventures, and even a foiling (flying!) Waszp, so we can ensure that we provide the ideal boat no matter the standard of sailor.
The RYA Schemes are simple to follow; start at Stage 1 (youth) or Level 1 (adult) and progress from there. Each scheme is geared towards the ideal learning styles for the age groups, but follow the same syllabus overall.
We offer courses on the weekdays and weekends to help you find a suitable time to join us – youth weekday slots are naturally after school. Private lessons are also available on weekdays for those who would rather have 1:1 tuition, or spend some time focussing on specific skills.
There are also practice groups which we heavily recommend joining between courses to consolidate your skills so you are fully ready for the next stage/level, as each course expects you to have mastered the skills from the previous level. These practice clubs are available for both adult and youth groups.
Youth Dinghy
Adult dinghy
SAILING COURSES FOR youth and juniors
RYA Learn to sail
Our weekend Learn to Sail courses run by term, with beginners having the choice of Saturday or Sunday mornings to utilize the lighter winds and build confidence. RYA Stage 1 & 2 will be taught, which covers the basics of sailing and introduces the skills needed to progress into a confident small boat sailor. Boats will be allocated by the instructors based on the weight and age of the student.
Course Prerequisites: Water confident
Duration: 3 hours, every Saturday or Sunday of the term.
Minimum Age: 6
Ability after the course: RYA Stage 1 or 2 (as appropriate)
Our weekend Learn to Sail courses run by term, with intermediates having the choice of Saturday or Sunday afternoons
to utilize the sea breeze and build confidence. RYA Stage 3 & 4 will be taught, covering more advanced skills such as
the 5 Essentials, coming alongside, and Man Overboard recovery.
Course Prerequisites: RYA Stage 2
Duration: 3 hours, every Saturday or Sunday of the term.
Minimum Age: 8
Ability after the course: RYA Stage 3 or 4 (as appropriate)
Our weekend Learn to Sail courses run by term, with the advanced group running on Saturday or Sunday afternoons to utilize the sea breeze. A variety of the RYA Advanced modules will be taught, with the aim of developing young sailors towards performance dinghies and the instructor pathway.
Course Prerequisites: RYA Stage 4
Duration: 3 hours, every Saturday of the term.
Ability after the course: Deeper understanding and practical ability to use more advanced equipment and skills.
Short courses
This session allows kids to have time on the water to decide if sailing is something they are interested in.
Course Prerequisites: Water confident
Duration: 3 hours
Minimum Age: 6
Ability after the course: Basic understanding of boat controls
SAILING COURSES FOR ADULTS
Weekend Courses
WEEKDAY COURSES
RYA COURSES
This course offers a friendly introduction to sailing for complete beginners. By the end, you’ll have gained a solid foundation in dinghy handling techniques along with essential background knowledge.
You’ll train in easy-to-handle dinghies designed specifically for learners, giving you the confidence to develop the core skills needed to start your journey into sailing safely and independently.
Course Prerequisites: Water confident
Duration: 2 days
Minimum Age: 14
Ability after the course: Able to sail in light winds under supervision
Costs:
- Member: AED 1880
- Visitors: AED 2350
Throughout this course, you will build on your existing sailing knowledge with a focus on refining Level 1 skills and developing new techniques. Key safety procedures, such as Man Overboard recovery, will be introduced to ensure you can handle real-life situations with confidence.
Once you have successfully achieved your Level 2 certificate, you will also be eligible to hire certain types of dinghies for independent sailing.
Course Prerequisites: RYA Level 1
Duration: 2 days
Ability after the course: Confidently sail in moderate winds
Costs:
- Member: AED 1880
- Visitors: AED 2350
The Better Sailing course introduces sailors to new discipline while consolidating existing skills. You’ll refine boat handling, improve your awareness of wind and conditions, and explore elements of advanced modules to help you choose your future pathway.
This course builds confidence and independence on the water, giving you the skills to sail more competently and enjoy a wider range of sailing conditions. After completion of the course, a variety of dinghies can be rented for independent sailing.
Course Prerequisites: RYA Level 2
Duration: 2 days
Ability after the course: Confident sailing a range of dinghies in various wind conditions
Costs:
- Member: AED 1880
- Visitors: AED 2350
DEVELOPMENT COURSES
This is all about getting on the water and practicing your skills in a supported, social environment.
We will help you every step of the way, with assistance in rigging, launching, and coaching on the water.
Course Prerequisites: RYA Level 1
Duration: 3 hours
WEEKDAY COURSES
This course is all about spending time on the water and building your skills in a friendly, supportive setting. Our instructors will be with you every step of the way, offering guidance with rigging, launching, and on-the-water coaching to help you progress with confidence.
Course Prerequisites: RYA Level 1
Duration: 2 hours
Our team of experienced instructors are available for private lessons, offering tailored coaching on everything from the basics of boat control to advanced skills such as trapezing or spinnaker work.
Private sessions are available Monday to Thursday, from 10:00–12:00 or 13:00–15:00. If these times don’t quite suit your schedule, just let us know and we’ll do our best to accommodate you.
