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RYA Youth Sailing Scheme - Start Sailing Stage 4

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Overview

This course focused on techniques and manoeuvres to sail crewed boats as well as developing the ability to solve a wide range of problems while afloat. This builds on the independent sailing skills developed on the Stage 3 course with an emphasis on double handed sailing, both as a helm and crew.

Led by our experienced RYA instructors, children will be coached to build on their skills developed in previous stages, developing teamworking skills as they work together to sail double handed dinghies, including the use of the jib, crew roles and clear communication on the water.

By the end of the course, children will be able to demonstrate the ability to sail a double-handed boat on all points of sail, as well as launch and return to a beach, jetty, or mooring in moderate conditions.

What you will learn

Transferring pre-learnt skills, techniques and manoeuvres to sail crewed boats
Enhance rigging skills to more complex boats
Better launching and recovery skills
Practical skills to recover a man overboard

Details

Duration:	2 Days (or equivalent number of hours, for example in K2o club)
Age:	8-16 years
Previous Experience:	Sailing skills to the standard of Stage 3
Price:	£XXX includes tuition, equipment use, RYA certificate, logbook and handbook Club Member Price: £XX
Timings:	9:30 - 17:00 with a break for lunch around midday
Buoyancy Aid:	Must be worn - you may wear your own if you have one, but Buoyancy aids can be provided for the course if required
Clothing:	The training will be mostly on the water, and you should be prepared for all kinds of weather. We will lend you wetsuits, buoyancy aids and spray tops if required (or you are welcome to wear your own if you have them). You will need: Swimming costume for under the wetsuit Towel Closed toed shoes that you are prepared to get wet, or wetsuit shoes i.e. no flipflops or sandals
Cancellation Notice:	Details of our Cancellation Policy can be found in the Course Booking Conditions
Instructor to Student Ratio	Up to 6 students per instructor

Next Steps: Advanced Modules

Why book with Bartley RTC?

Expert Coaching & Development
Our RYA Instructors follow a structured development programme, helping you progress at every level. Whether you're learning the basics or refining your skills, you'll gain confidence, new skills, and a love for the water.

High Safety Standards
Safety is our top priority, with expertly trained staff, well-maintained equipment, and strict safety protocols in place.

Great Water and fantastic location
Bartley Sailing Club is a fantastic location on a clean drinking water reservoir on the South-Western outskirts of Birmingham with generally great wind.

Last updated 17:01 on 4 September 2026