Sligo Yacht Club Sailing Courses

Courses Offered:

Below is a list of the courses we offer to Junior Sailors, starting with 'A Taste of Sailing' or Level 1, as your experience improves, you move up the ladder as far as Level 4. Read on to find out more.

There are a basic set of requirements for participants of Level 3 and 4. These involve taking part in club racing aswell as racing on the national circuit. This will not onl improve your skills as a sailor, but will also give you the chance to meet people from other clubs and race against them. These requirements, in the past, have proven without a doubt to be the best way to improve skills, while at the same time being great fun!

“A Taste of Sailing”

A short introduction to the thrill of sailing
No experience required
Bring a wetsuit, booties or old runners, a light waterproof jacket and a buoyancy aid
Level 1: “Start Sailing”

Introducing elements of all the skills you will need to become a competent sailor
No experience required
Bring a wetsuit, booties or old runners, a light waterproof jacket and a buoyancy aid.
Learn the basics of sailing. Gain experience and confidence over 2 weeks.
Level 2: “Basic Skills”

Setting you up as an independent sailor
ISA Level 1 certificate required
No crewing experience necessary, but we encourage participation in club racing.
Learn how to helm a sailing boat under close supervision from instructors + more.
Level 3: “Improving Skills”

Consolidating and practicing your sailing skills
ISA Level 2 Certificate required
15 Club races logged as crew OR 10 club races as Helm.*
Own boat an advantage
Learn more advanced sailing skills, how to race etc.
Level 4R: “Go Racing 1”

Introduction to dinghy racing at club level
ISA Level 3 Certificate required
Should have own boat (mirror etc)
30 Club Races logged as Helm and 2 Regional Events*. (Bronze fleet regatta, westerns, nationals etc)
Improve your racing skills and learn advanced techniques. Learn how to win!
Other courses on offer include “Advanced Boat Handling”, “Go Racing 2” and “Kites 1”. The suitability of these can be discussed with instructing staff at the beginning of or during the course.

If you have any problems, questions etc with the above requirements, please don't hesitate to contact us by phone or by email.

* Log Books for recording races sailed as helm or crew are available from the club at a cost of 5euro.