RYA Adult Courses
RYA Adult Courses: Level 1 and Level 2
Our RYA adult courses offer high-quality tuition for beginners and improvers over a single weekend in a friendly, supportive setting. With plenty of time on the water and hands-on coaching, you'll make fast, confident progress while learning to rig, launch and sail a dinghy independently through RYA Level 1 and Level 2. Once you complete Level 2 and become a member, you'll enjoy free use of over 20 club dinghies and regular Social Sailing afternoons - a great way to practice, build confidence, meet new people and feel part of the community. You'll learn in comfortable double-handed dinghies, developing both helming and crewing skills, with instructors starting in the boat and gradually supporting you from a safety boat as you gain confidence
RYA Level 1 - Start Sailing (2 days)
A relaxed introduction for beginners. Very practical and hands-on, covering rigging and launching, essential safety, steering and sail control, tacking and gybing.
RYA Level 2 - Basic Skills (2 days)
Ideal for those who have completed Level 1 or have some experience. Builds independence and confidence, covering improved boat handling, man overboard recovery and capsize awareness. RYA Level 2 is widely recognised across the UK and allows you to hire or rent dinghies, your passport to sailing beyond the course.
2026 adult weekend course schedule and availability:
18th & 19th April: RYA Level 1 or 2 - places available
2nd & 3rd May: RYA Level 1 or 2 - places available
23rd & 24th May: RYA Level 1 or 2 - places available
30th & 31st May: RYA Level 1 or 2 - places available
4th & 5th July: RYA Level 1 or 2 - places available
11th & 12th July: RYA Level 1 or 2 - places available
26th & 27th September: RYA Level 1 or 2 - places available
17th & 18th October: RYA Level 1 or 2 - places available
24th & 25th October: RYA Level 1 or 2 - places available
31st & 1st November: RYA Level 1 or 2 - places available
2026 adult course prices:
Level 1 - £265
Level 2 - £265
Level 1 and Level 2 - discounted price £440
Book both courses together and receive one-third off Level 2, making it excellent value as you continue your sailing journey.
Ready to book? Use the 'contact us' box below and our Training Centre Principal, Tom, will be in touch shortly.
Last updated 13:01 on 24 December 2025