Course Aims

To introduce beginners to basic seamanship, helmsmanship and safety

This course is run from our base, at Largs, in the Clyde over 5 days. The Clyde, with its amazing scenery and sheltered waters, is the perfect location

Ability After Course

To be a useful crew member on board a cruising yacht

Course Content

Knowledge of terms and parts of a boat

Sail handling

Rope work and knots

Fire precautions and fighting

Personal safety equipment

Response to man overboard scenario

Use of emergency equipment

Handling a dinghy

Basic meteorology