These courses run over 4 consecutive Saturdays. The course is a combined RYA Level 1 (Start Sailing) and RYA Level 2 (Basic Skills).

Level 1 (Start Sailing) - This course provides a short introduction to sailing for novices. By the end of the course, participants will have a basic understanding of boat handling techniques and background knowledge.

Level 2 (Basic Skills) - On completion of this course, the successful sailor will be safety conscious, have a basic knowledge of sailing and be capable of sailing without an instructor on board in light winds.
It will be assumed that every student has already mastered the practical skills and absorbed the background knowledge required for Start Sailing Level 1.

A level 2 certificate is internationally recognised as a certificate of competence and is often required when hiring dinghies abroad.