New to Sailing? Here's where you can find loads of information.
Sailing is great fun and rewarding to learn. No matter what your age or experience is, there is something for you.
What is Sailing?
SAILING is…
- using the wind to move your boat across the water
- riding the waves
- ever-changing
- a continuous challenge
- about making decisions
- understanding currents, winds, oceanography and the marine environment
- a dynamic domain that requires all-rounded fitness
Who can learn to sail?
ANYONE aged between 7 and 70.
Sailing is a sport that caters to all age groups and varying levels of fitness. From basic sailing to racing to cruising on a keelboat, you will be spoilt for choice.
If you fancy being at one with the sun, sea and wind, what are you waiting for? Come join us today!
How do I sign up?
Step1: Choose a sailing club that is convenient for you.
Step 2: Make a phone call, or go down personally to sign up.
Pre-requisites:
- Able to swim 50m with the aid of a personal floatation device
- Physically fit
Sailing -- a life-time sport
So after you’ve learnt to sail, what’s next? Well, there are many options open to anyone interested in remaining in the sailing scene:
- Race in the many regattas that are organised throughout the year.
- Buy or charter boats and enjoy your day out at sea.
- Cruise/race on a keelboat as a crew member.
- Become a sailing coach after obtaining your coaching qualifications.
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