RYA Start Yachting

Sailing is it for me?

Our RYA Start Yachting course is aimed at the complete novice who would like to try sailing for the first time before signing up to do RYA Competent Crew or something similar. This two day course is run by friendly instructors who understand you may be apprehensive. The emphasis is on fun and enjoyment and we are sure you will not want to leave at the end of the course.

COURSE DURATION

2 days from 9am to 5pm

INSTRUCTOR – STUDENT RATIO

Minimum 2, maximum 4 students to 1 Instructor and boat.

PRIOR EXPERIENCE

No prior boating experience is necessary.

IS THERE AN END OF COURSE ASSESSMENT?

No. The Instructor runs through each of the modules of the course ensuring that you understand each as you progress.

COURSE COST

The course costs £300 per person and includes:

  • One nights accommodation on board
  • Bedding
  • Towels
  • Safety equipment
  • Fuel
  • Tuition
  • RYA logbook & Certification

    Not included:

  • Transit Log (compulsory) £120 per boat shared between students
  • Food & Drink
  • Travel to/from venue
  • Turkish visa if required
  • Instructors Food & Drink (to be provided at students expense)
HOW DO I BOOK THE COURSE?

We don’t always schedule course dates for this course so if you are keen to consider this course please either give us a call on +90 535 718 06 55 to chat through possible dates or email us at tuition@sailinglifeacademy.com or via ‘Booking request’.

WHAT WILL BE COVERED ON THE COURSE?

Your instructor will cover the following topics with you during your time with him/her:

  • Basic sea terms and parts of boat
  • Ropework
  • Steering under power and sail
  • Rules of the road
  • Man overboard
  • Weather forecast
  • Clothing and Equipment
  • Undertaking a passage