Supervised Sailing Programme

January to June 2012

 
* Every Supervised Sailing class has been allocated a topic, which will provide a structure for both instructors and students. The general theme of Supervised Sailing will continue, but each session will focus more on particular skills.

Level 3 preparation - Aimed at giving you an insight to the Level 3 course.

Boat Handling - Time to smooth out manoeuvres and get rid of bad habits!

Distance Sail - Sail to Stanley or Po Toi for example. *Highly dependant on weather.

Racing - Lecture and Practice in the morning, then join the club racing in the afternoon.

Spinnakers - Learn to rig and use a spinnaker.

Introduction to Laser 1 - Try single handing in this Olympic class.

Description
These sessions are aimed at providing adults with the opportunity to sail as part of a group. Sailing activities will be organised and rescue services available. The sessions are ideal for sailors who have just passed the Beginner course at Level 2 and for those who have not sailed for a while.

Session Times and Student Numbers
Session will run from 0900 till 1700hrs.  Students Min 6, Max 18 (final numbers depends on equipment available).

Entry Level
Students must have passed the RHKYC Adult Beginner course at Level 2, or be of equivalent experience.  Any adult member who is on the Approved Helm List is welcome to attend and non-members who can submit copies of certificates equivalent to RHKYC / HKSF Level 2 are also able to join these sessions. For more information regarding assessment for the Approved Helm List, please contact Sail Training on 2812 7063 / 2239 0395.

Cost
The course fee includes the hire of dinghies, the provision of safety facilities and Instructor coaching fees. Lunch is included except on distance sails, when you should be prepared with money (in case you get to a restaurant) and a packed lunch (in case you don’t!).

Cancellation
Students may cancel their application in writing up to one week prior to the session without losing their session fee.  Students cancelling after this time will be charged the full fee. Non member applications will only be valid if accompanied by payment and copies of relevant certificates or a log of your sailing experience.