RYA Sailing
Introducing the Royal Yachting Association (RYA) sailing courses available at Peak. These courses are designed to help people learn the skills of dinghy sailing, with several levels to work towards. There are courses tailored for young people aged 7-15, and adults 16 and over, ensuring a comprehensive and age-appropriate learning experience.
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RYA Sailing - Dinghy Level 1 (16+)
This two-day beginner course covers all basics of dinghy sailing, including sailing directions and launch recovery awareness. No prior experience is required for Level 1. Lower qualifications are needed for Level 2. Courses are certified by the Royal Yachting Association.
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From 165.00 per course
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Suitable for ages 16+
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16 hours
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Trafford Water Sports Centre
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Astbury Water Sports Centre
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Weekdays
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Minimum age: 16
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Minimum height: 1m / 3 ft 3 in
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RYA Sailing - Dinghy Level 2 (16+)
This two-day course, for those who've completed Dinghy Level 1, develops your sailing skills and confidence. It covers rigging, launching, sailing in all directions, capsize recovery, and safety knowledge. You'll be competent in light winds by the end. All courses are Royal Yachting Association accredited.
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From 165.00 per course
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Suitable for ages 16+
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16 hours
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Trafford Water Sports Centre
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Astbury Water Sports Centre
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Weekdays
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Minimum age: 16
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Minimum height: 1m / 3 ft 3 in
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Individuals
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RYA Sailing - Dinghy Level 3 (16+)
This two-day course, suitable for those who've completed Dinghy Level 2, aims to enhance your sailing skills in diverse conditions. It includes further coaching from Level 1 and 2, along with introductions to advanced modules like Day Sailing and Seamanship skills. All courses are Royal Yachting Association accredited.
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From 165.00 per course
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Suitable for ages 16+
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Trafford Water Sports Centre
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Astbury Water Sports Centre
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Weekdays
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Minimum age: 16
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Minimum height: 1m / 3 ft 3 in
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Individuals
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RYA Youth Sailing Stage 1 (7-15)
This two-day course provides an introduction to sailing, covering boat parts and sailing principles with no prior experience required. It includes launching, recovery, sailing across the wind, turning, and steering. Progression beyond Level 1 requires lower qualifications. Courses are accredited by the Royal Yachting Association.
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From 165.00 per course
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Suitable for ages 7 to 15
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16 hours
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Trafford Water Sports Centre
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Astbury Water Sports Centre
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Weekdays
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School Holidays
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Minimum age: 7
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Minimum height: 1m / 3 ft 3 in
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Individuals
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RYA Youth Sailing Stage 2 (7-15)
This two-day course aims to develop the skills necessary for confidently sailing around a course. It's intended for those who have completed the Start Sailing Stage 1 course. The course covers enhanced sailing skills including tacking, gybing, ropework, and collision avoidance. All courses are accredited by the Royal Yachting Association.
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From 165.00 per course
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Suitable for ages 7 to 15
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16 hours
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Trafford Water Sports Centre
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Astbury Water Sports Centre
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Weekdays
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Minimum age: 7
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Minimum height: 1m / 3 ft 3 in
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Individuals
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RYA Youth Sailing Stage 3 (7-15)
This two-day course enhances rigging, sailing theory, and recovery, aiming to boost confidence in diverse sailing techniques and capsize recovery. It's designed for those who have completed the Start Sailing Stage 2 course and aspires to sail in moderate conditions. All courses are accredited by the Royal Yachting Association.
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From 165.00 per course
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Suitable for ages 7 to 15
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16 hours
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Trafford Water Sports Centre
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Astbury Water Sports Centre
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Weekdays
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Minimum age: 7
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Minimum height: 1m / 3 ft 3 in
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Individuals
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Level 1
Level 1 provides a short introduction to sailing for novices. By the end of the course, you will have a basic understanding of how to control a sailing dinghy, including turning, sailing into and away from the wind, what to wear, necessary safety equipment, and essential knots.
It is advised to consolidate this introduction with the Level 2 – Basic Skills course and the Level 3 – Better Sailing course.
The course lasts 16 hours over 2 days. Our sessions are run in single-handed dinghies.
2024 dates (16+)
- 6th & 7th April
- 8th & 9th June
- 22nd & 23rd August
2024 dates (7 - 15)
- 25th & 26th March
- 28th & 29th May
- 25th & 26th July
- 8th & 9th August
- 15th & 16th August
Level 2
When you complete level 2, you will have basic knowledge of sailing in light winds. It is assumed that you already have the knowledge and skills from Level 1 – Start Sailing.
You will cover skills such as sailing upwind and downwind effectively, sailing in close company, coming alongside, man-overboard recovery, having a basic understanding of racing, and completing a capsize recovery in controlled conditions.
The course is 16 hours over 2 days. Sessions will be run in single-handed dinghies.
2024 dates (16+)
- 11th & 12th April
- 1st & 2nd August
2024 dates (7 - 15)
- 4th & 5th April
- 1st & 2nd August
- 29th & 30th August
Level 3
Level 3 helps build your confidence and develop the skills needed to sail in different directions in moderate conditions. It assumes you already have the knowledge and skills from Level 2. This course covers improved rigging, sailing theory, launching and recovery, and building confidence in various sailing techniques on all points of sail and capsize recovery.
The course lasts 16 hours over 2 days. Sessions will be run in single-handed dinghies.
2024 dates (16+)
- 12th & 13th August
2024 dates (7 - 15)
- 15th & 16th August
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What is Peak?
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Where are Peak’s activity centres located?
Our centres are located in various beautiful settings across the UK, including Astbury Watersports Centre, Trafford Watersports Centre, and Chasewater Activity Centre.
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We cater to a wide range of age groups, from primary school children to adults. Specific age requirements may vary depending on the activity or course.
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