Sailing and windsurfing courses at Roadford Lake

We have a range of RYA courses in sailing and windsurfing suitable for children and adults, from complete beginners through to those at a more advanced level.

RYA courses are internationally recognised qualifications. Participating in these courses will help you to learn and develop invaluable skills such as teamwork, determination, communication, independence, confidence and creative problem solving.

Wetsuit and buoyancy aid use included at no extra cost, you just need to bring a towel, swimmers (to go under your wetsuit), and suitable footwear i.e. wetsuit boots or a pair of old trainers.

Youth courses (age 8-16)

Two-day courses - £150 (9.30am to 4.30pm)

Tuesday 30 + Wednesday 31 July - Stage 1 Sailing
Tuesday 6 + Wednesday 7 August - Stage 2 Sailing
Tuesday 13 + Wednesday 14 August - Stage 1 Windsurfing
Saturday 17 + Sunday 18 August - Stage 3 Sailing
Tuesday 20 + Wednesday 21 August - Stage 1 Sailing
Tuesday 27 + Wednesday 28 August - Stage 2 Windsurfing

Adult courses (age 17+)

Five-week courses - £150

Sunday 1 September to Sunday 29 September

9.30am-12pm: Level 1 sailing

1pm-3.30pm: Level 2 sailing

Two-day courses - £150 (9.30am to 4.30pm)

Saturday 20 + Sunday 21 July - Level 2 Sailing
Saturday 10 + Sunday 11 August - Level 1 Windsurfing

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