Junior Sailing:Oppy/Terra (8-12yrs)

Duration: 5 Days

Course Aim: RYA Youth Sailing Scheme Stage 1-3 depending upon ability and previous experience

Minimum Standard: None

During this action-packed and fun week on the water you will be introduced to all aspects of sailing. For those of you who are already familiar with the basics, we will look at improving and developing your exisiting skills.

Over the week, you will cover sailing up and downwind, tacking and gybing, using a tiller extension, sail setting, the use of telltales and personal safety. You will also be introduced to fun racing, learning to start, getting round a course, basic rules and simple tactics. You’ll also learn to some tie knots and gain a basic understanding of weather and tides and how they can influence your sailing.

You’ll have a fun-filled week with lots of variety, plenty of games and short trips to explore the Menai Strait. At some point over the week, we’ll also try and take you out in our catamarans or keelboats for a change of activity.

House Parents

In the evenings our House Parents organise evening activities for everyone staying at the Centre on our youth activity courses. They supervise the children and are responsible for their safety and welfare.

I have been on this course before...

If you have participated on this course before but have not sailed since, we recommend you rebook this course. No two courses are ever the same and there is always something new to learn and exisiting skills to develop.

If you do sail on a regular basis, then please email Ed Curtis, one of our Dinghy Coaches who will be able advise as to which is the best course to move on to. Please be aware Ed is often on the water so it might take a day or two to receive a response, but he will get back to you!

Kit and Clothing

Plas Menai provides all necessary kit, equipment and personal protective clothing including wetsuits, buoyancy aids, cagoules and waterproofs, however you are very welcome to bring your own if you wish. Please bring towels and a change of footwear for on the water.

 

PLEASE NOTE

This course is Non-Residential. If you would like to book as a resident, please add the five night residential package under ‘Optional Extras’ when booking. The residential package includes five nights’ accommodation and full board for the duration of your stay.