Why learn to sail?
Because sailing is fun as well as an excellent way of building confidence, team building skills and getting involved in a fantastic sport.
Sail at Up River Yacht Club
The club promotes a lively Cadet group for young people up to the age of 15. By far the majority of cadets are introduced to sailing through family club members. Sailing together is a great way to pick-up the new skills and can be enjoyed by cadets of all ages.
For clarity, it is important to know that Up River Yacht Club does not offer sailing tuition or employ professional sailing instructors. We cannot offer sailing courses or qualifications. The Royal Yachting Association (RYA) is the go to organisation for learning to sail in the UK. Please click on the following link for full details: https://www.rya.org.uk/training/
Having mastered the basics of dinghy sailing, cadets are welcome to improve their skills through fun sails (see below) and joining in with club racing. To READ MORE about learning to sail please click this link.
Fun Sails
Cadets are welcome to come along to the informal ‘Fun Sail’ sessions. These are a great way to have fun, build confidence and enjoy the freedom of independence afloat. Club dinghies, buoyancy aids and safety boat cover are provided. Some Cadets sail their own dinghies while others choose to crew. ‘Fun Sails’ are advertised throughout the summer and take place on weekend dates as well as mid-week evenings to. READ MORE please click this link to Programme of Events.
Family Fun Weekend
This is one of the Up River Yacht Club headline events. It is another great opportunity to have fun with your mates both on and off the water. It’s also an opportunity for Mums and Dads to enjoy quality time with their children. Cadets have the opportunity of experiencing the novelty of camping in the club grounds.
Note to parents: a family tent or caravan not provided by the club. However, if you don’t own a tent, there’s usually a club member or friend outside the club who might help out.
Race Experience
Cadets are also encouraged to experience the excitement of dinghy racing. Race as crew for an experienced club member and enjoy the thrill of race starts, the buzz of close quarters sailing and the smiles when crossing the finishing line! Arrangements are straight forward because the club’s dinghy racing programme takes place on the same dates as the ‘Fun Sails’. To READ MORE please click this link to Programme of Events.
Please click here if you are interested in joining up River Yacht Club as a Cadet Member. To join the club under 18’s must ask their parents/guardian to make an enquiry on their behalf.