HKSF BEGINNER COURSES

The Adult Beginner Course is a 5-day practical course, sailing RS Quest and Fusion dinghies from Middle Island. These courses are open to the public and follow the HKSF Level 1 and 2 syllabus. Courses are taught in English unless specifically identified in the application.

Please note that a student must complete the course in full to receive level 2 and we suggest that you carefully consult your diary before enrolling as course fees cannot be refunded. If you are unable to attend some of the practical days, make-up days may be arranged. Attendance is also most important as we have a very long waiting list for these courses and by not completing a course you will be preventing another student from taking part.

• Online Application with the schedule (Jan to Jun 2020)
• Course Dates
• FAQ

HKSF LEVEL 3 

By the end of the course, the successful sailor will have a competent, safe, practical approach to the sailing of small open boats and will be capable of sailing and making seamanlike decisions in moderate conditions. The HKSF Level 3 can be attempted after completing the HKSF Level 1&2 and logging one season's worth of sailing (minimum 9 months).

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HIGH PERFORMANCE SAILING  (NEW)

The RHKYC High Performance course will focus on Trapeze and Spinnaker techniques in various boats including Laser Vagos and 420s. The minimum qualification for this course will be HKSF L3 or equivalent

• Online Application with the schedule
• FAQ

PRIVATE LESSONS

Private lessons can be arranged for groups of between one and three students at Middle Island during weekdays. Due to squad training and courses, private lessons are not available on weekends or during school holidays.  Private lessons must be reserved two weeks in advance.

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• Contact: Centre Manager, Luke Van der Kamp luke.vanderkamp@rhkyc.org.hk / +852 2812 7303

SUPERVISED SAILING

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

Students have completed/passed HKSF Level 2, or have equivalent experience.  Any adult member who is on the Approved Helm List and non-members who can submit copies of certificates equivalent to HKSF Level 2 able join these sessions. The course fee includes the hire of dinghies, the provision of a safety boat and Instructor coaching fees. Lunch is included except on distance sails and weekdays.

• Online Application with the schedule (Jan to Jun 2020)
• Course Dates
• FAQ

KEELBOAT COURSES

Intro to Small Keelboat Sailing

This two-day course is aimed at students with no previous sailing experience. It will cover the basic skills for crewing and theory of Sailing including the different points of sailing and how to trim the sails according to the wind.

Keelboat Crew Course

This three-day course is aimed at sailors who have already completed the Level 1 & 2 dinghy beginner course or have equivalent experience. The course will cover specific Keelboat crew skills including her rigging and sails, sail handling, ropework, safety equipment, man overboard, and rules of the road. The goal will be for participants to become competent Keelboat crew!

Keelboat One day Supervised Sailing

These sessions are aimed at providing adults with the opportunity to sail as part of a group. Sailing activities will be organised on the small Keelboat. The sessions are ideal for sailors who have attended RHKYC Keelboat Crew course, interested to start racing and for those who have not sailed for a while.

Keelboat Skipper

These courses are aimed at sailors who have already completed the Level 3 dinghy course with keelboat experience or Keelboat Crew course or have equivalent experience. The course will cover specific skills including rigging, sail trimming, Spinnaker, ropework, safety equipment, man overboard, and rules of the road. The goal will be for participants to become proficient skippers and be a competent crew who could then join members on their yachts for Club racing.

• Online Application Form with the schedule (Jan to Jun 2020)
• Course Dates
• FAQ

RACE TRAINING COURSES

Dinghy Race Training Sessions

These sessions are to introduce sailors to competitive racing. Every session will have a specific topic or topics that will be covered followed by fun races to consolidate the skills that have been taught.

J/80 Race Training sessions

Come and join us for racing against other one design J80 class yachts! The course is lead by our highly experienced J80 race training instructors. You will spend the morning learning about racing theory and practising on the water and the afternoon racing. The crew will be encouraged to rotate positions each race to get a real feel for the yacht. The class will also often have a few drinks up at the main bar after sailing which you are welcome to join.

J/80 Regatta Experience Courses

Come and race in some of Hong Kong’s most exciting and prestigious regattas against some of the best local sailors. Each regatta experience course includes one practice day before the regatta day(s). Instruction during the practice day, as well as regatta day supervision, will be lead by one of our highly experienced, full-time Instructors or Coaches. These events usually have very well attended social events after racing which is a great way to meet more keen sailors.

Dates will be published shortly

PERONI SOCIAL ADULT RACE DAY

Come and race in our social Sunday race series down at Middle Island. Perfect for anyone from beginner to experienced wanting to get out and race a dinghy socially on a Sunday.  HKSF Level 3 or equivalent is required for all skippers who wish to take part. Those without an HKSF Level 3 certificate may still participate as crew.

RHKYC SAILING INSTRUCTOR

Assistant Instructor Course

• Minimum Age: 14yrs and open to youth or adult applicants.
• Skill Level: Minimum HKSF Level 3 (or equivalent)
• 1 Day On Job Assessment will be arranged at a later date to coincide with a scheduled course once completed the course

Dates will be published shortly 

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RYA SAIL CRUISING COURSE

RYA Sail Cruising Courses

For those looking to broaden their sailing experience from dinghy and keelboats into yachting, as the club does not provide such training please contact ASIA Pacific Yachting¹ for more information:

•         ASIA Pacific Yachting – www.asiapacificyachting.com
•         Cameron Ferguson, RYA Sail Training Centre Principal – cameron@asiapacificyachting.com  +852 5416 6422

Note 1:  The RHKYC is an RYA Recognised Training Centre and under the RYA conditions of recognition is limited to working with only other RYA Recognised Training Centres and governing bodies e.g. HKSF.