RYA Level 3 - Better Sailing
Improve your sailing, consolidating skills and trying new ones in a variety of conditions.
2026 Dates and Times
course 1
Saturday 13th June 0800-1400
Saturday 20th June 1300-1900
Sunday 21st June 1400-2000
Course 2
Saturday 5th September 1400-2000
Saturday 12th September 1000-1600
Sunday 13th September 1030-1630
On the first day of your course your instructor will meet you and explain the aims of the course as well as discussing your own expectations and course outcome. You will have the chance to meet and talk to other course participants before being given a tour of the sailing area. There will be time to change into your sailing gear after the initial shore briefing so do not worry about coming ready to sail.
Course requirements: Holds RYA Level 2
What you will need:
You are taking part in a watersport and you are likely to get wet, so always remember a change of clothes and a towel.Clothing for training – wetsuits are ideal, but if not, lightweight stuff that dries easily, with a couple of layers if it is cold, plus waterproofs.
Trainers or dinghy boots for the feet
Hats- always a wooly hat! remember it will always feel colder on the water. AND a wide brimmed hat if sunny
Sun bloc - helps prevent windburn and sunburn
Packed lunch + water or other drink
Medication- if required- clearly labelled with instructions and name. please make instructor aware
Optional extras: knee pads, sailing gloves
Buoyancy aids will be provided by the club.
Please arrive at the clubhouse 15 mins before the start time. Students will be met by an instructor at the front of the clubhouse on the benches.
If you have any questions, please see our FAQ or contact heidi@wfyc.co.uk