Training at Avon Sailing Club
Develop your sailing skills with our comprehensive training programs for sailors of all abilities.
Training Overview
Avon Sailing Club offers a variety of training programs to help members develop their sailing skills in a safe and supportive environment.
Our training sessions are led by qualified instructors who are also club members, ensuring a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to refine your racing techniques, we have courses to suit your needs.
Please note: All training courses are exclusively available to club members. Our instructors and coaches are volunteers who generously donate their time to help fellow members improve their sailing skills.
Our Instructors
Our training is provided by a dedicated team of qualified instructors with extensive experience:
RYA Qualified Instructors
- • 2 RYA Senior Instructors
- • 1 RYA Instructor
- • 1 RYA Powerboat Instructor
- • 6 RYA Level 2 Race Coaches
Course Coordinator
Richard Miller
Principal and Safeguarding Officer
asc.principle@gmail.com
Available Courses
Dinghy Courses
Comprehensive training for dinghy sailors of all levels:
- • RYA Levels 1-3: From beginner adults to competent sailors
- • Youth Sailing Scheme: Stages 1-4 for young sailors
- • Start Racing: Introduction to racing techniques
- • Seamanship Skills: Improve boat handling and safety
- • Performance Sailing: Advanced techniques
- • Sailing with Spinnakers: Master downwind sailing
Additional Courses
Powerboat Courses:
- • Level 1: Basic boat handling skills
- • Level 2: Intermediate powerboat handling
- • Safety Boat Course: Support sailing activities
Theory Courses:
- • First Aid Course: Essential safety skills (subject to instructor availability)
2024 Training Dates
May Consolidation Sailing Days
Dates: May 4 & 25
- • Morning: Adult sessions
- • Afternoon: Families/Young people
Race Training
Date: May 26
Develop your racing skills and tactics with our dedicated race coaches.
Powerboat Level 2
Start Date: June 5 onwards
Wednesday evening sessions. Learn essential powerboat handling skills.
Assistant Dinghy Instructor Course
Dates: August 17-19
First step toward becoming an RYA instructor.
Avon Week Training
Dates: August 19-23
Details to be announced. Contact Richard Miller for more information.
Additional training dates may be added throughout the year. Please check the calendar or contact the Training Coordinator for the most up-to-date information.
How to Book Training
To book a place on any of our training courses, please follow these steps:
- Ensure you are a current member of Avon Sailing Club
- Contact Richard Miller at asc.principle@gmail.com
- Provide details of the course you're interested in
- Confirm your availability for the scheduled dates
- Wait for confirmation of your place
Please note that places are limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
Ready to improve your sailing skills? Join us for training at Avon Sailing Club.