RYA Youth Sailing Scheme Level 1 & 2

21st – 25th July 2025

RYA Level 1 & 2 Youth Sailing Course – Summer 2025

Start Your Sailing Journey This Summer at Ballyholme Yacht Club!

Get ready for an unforgettable summer of sailing with our RYA Level 1 & 2 Youth Sailing Courses at Ballyholme Yacht Club. Whether your child is a complete beginner or looking to build on their existing skills, these fun and engaging courses will help them develop their sailing abilities, build confidence on the water, and make lifelong memories with friends.

Our experienced and qualified instructors will guide your child through each step, ensuring they gain a solid understanding of sailing while enjoying a safe, friendly, and exciting environment.

RYA Level 1 and 2 – Introduction to Sailing (For Beginners)

Course Duration:
5 Days, Monday to Friday

9.30am – 4.30pm

Early Bird Tickets Available!

BYC Members Early Bird Ticket – £250 (Available till the 1st June)

BYC Members Ticket – £270 (Available till 1st July)

Visitors Early Bird Ticket – £290 (Available till the 1st June)

Visitors Ticket – £310 (Available till the 1st July)

What Your Child Will Learn:

Basic sailing techniques, including rigging, launching, and sailing in both directions

How to steer, control the sails, and tack and gybe

Introduction to safety procedures, including how to right a capsized boat

An understanding of wind and weather conditions

Improved boat handling and sailing techniques

Increased confidence in sailing solo and with others

How to perform tacks, gybes, and basic manoeuvres

Further understanding of wind awareness and sailing in different conditions

Key safety procedures, including man overboard recovery and basic rescue techniques

Who is it for?
The RYA Level 1 and 2 course is perfect for beginners aged 8-16 who are new to sailing or have little prior experience.

This course introduces them to the basics of sailing, setting them up with the skills and knowledge to sail safely and confidently.

Training Boats Used for Course

Picos, Quests & Bahias (Boat hire and equipment use included in tickets)

Training Details

Timings

09:30 – Arrival on site

16:30 – Wrapping up after an action-packed day

Sailors to pack

Appropriate Sailing kit (wetsuit, spray top, boots, buoyancy aid, swimming costume, towel)

If you dont have sailing kit don’t worry we have you covered! Please bring a spare pair of trainers you don’t mind getting wet!

(for safety reasons no wellies, crocs or flip flops please! pack your swimming costume and towel)

Snacks, drinks, and a packed lunch to fuel you throughout the day

Warm clothes for before and after the training

Pen and notepad for any notes, racing watch and cap (if applicable)

Pro Tips

Hydrate and snack up! (We’ll be on the water, so you’ll want to stay fuelled up.)

Even if the skies are cloudy, keep the sunblock and cap on hand—you’ll thank us later.

Changing rooms and showers are available to freshen up.

Are you ready to sail, learn, and push your skills to the next level?

Don’t wait—secure your spot now, and make sure you have all the necessary medical and emergency details for registration.

Reach out to the RTC Principal for any additional info.

See you on the water!