Sailing Taster / Refresher – Come and have a go at sailing or brush up your skills.
Start sailing (Level 1) - This is a great course for beginners. (Min 2 day course) 
Basic Skills (Level 2) – Improve on your sailing skills. (Min 2 day course)
If you wish to do some advanced studying for either of these courses then click on the RYA 'Sail crusing books' logo at the bottom of the page.
You should have completed a Basic Skills (Level 2) course before participating in the following courses
Seamanship skills – Gain experience to be able to sail and make decisions independently. (Min 2 day course)
Sailing with spinnakers – Learn how to sail with an asymmetric or symmetric spinnaker. (Min 2 day course)
Start Racing – Build the confidence, skill and knowledge to take part in club racing. (Min 2 day course)
Youth Scheme (Stage 1 – Stage 4) – Fun courses for people aged 14 years and younger.
Prices
RYA 2 Day Course - £185 per person
RYA 5 Day Course - £385 per person
½ Day Sailing Taster or Refresher - £65 per person
Prices are based on there being a minimum of two people per course. There is a discount for three or more people who book on a course together.
We have courses running from Easter to the end of October - please contact us for availability and latest dates. If there are 2 of you wanting to do the same thing we can usually arrange to run a course at time to suit you.
Onboard Sailing Club
Our Onboard Sailing Club is for young people aged 8-16. The club meets every Tuesday from 4.30p.m until 7.00p.m, from 29h March 2011 until the end of October and is a great way for young people to sail regularly with expert advice and support.
Annual Membership - £45 (members are entitled to reduced rate sessions and a 10% discount on all shop merchandise except refreshments)
Onboard Sessions - £6 for members, £16 for non-members
Sailing Boats at Derwent Water Marina
Our extensive fleet of modern dinghys means that whatever your experience there is something for you.
Laser Funboats
Laser Picos
Laser 1s
Laser 16s
Laser Bahia
Beneteau First 18 Keel boat
We have a wide range of wetsuits, spraytops and bouyancy aids but you will need to bring footwear such as wetsuit boots or old trainers.
Are you looking to get Qualified?
If your over 16, Working/Volunteering in outdoor education or sport in Cumbria or Lancashire, you may qualify for up to £250 towards fees for a variety of outdoor and sports qualifications. You will be required to deliver a minimum of 15hrs volunteering in return for this support. Full details are available at www.cumbria.ac.uk/getqualified
