Sailing

There simply cannot be a better setting for sailing than the home of the original Swallows and Amazons, The Lake District!

Windermere provides a unique sailing experience, which you too can enjoy with the help of our fantastic instructors.

Whatever your age or ability we can help you to discover the fabulous sport of sailing in a safe and friendly environment. From beginners to budding Ben Ainslies, we've got it covered.

We are a recognised training centre for the Royal Yachting Association (RYA) and we provide both adult and junior courses within the RYA Training Scheme.

For more information please call 015394 47183 0r e-mai: windermere.outdoor@gll.org

PRICES

Taster, half day and full day sessions

You can book a taster session for a couple of hours sailing, or even come along for the whole day and learn the basics with one of our fully qualified instructors. You can also work towards RYA qualifications.

There's also the option to book private tuition; prices do vary so have a look at our Private Tuition page for current charges.

Monday Adult Sailing

Mondays is Adult Sailing day!

Advanced/intermediate Sailing: 9.30am - 12.30pm

Beginner/Intermediate Sailing: 1.30pm - 4.30pm

Sessions cost £40 per person per week

In more detail...

Each week we offer a morning and afternoon sesison for adults who would like to achieve an RYA qualification. Every week, you will develop your skills, learn to rig differnt boats, head onto the lake for some sailing, or in the classroom for some theory sessions. If you already have experience, these sessions will build on what you know, develop your skills and allow to to progress. Sessions will only run during school term time.

Sessions run from 9.30am - 12.30pm for more advanced sailors working towards RYA Level 3 and 4 or higher.

The afternoon session is 1.30pm - 4.30pm and is aimed at Beginners looking to gain their RYA Level 1 or 2.

(However, if you need to attend the other session due to the timings, please come in and discuss this with us, as we may still be able to fit you in depending on the group)

Sessions cost £40 per person per week (paid either monthly or termly in advance.)

All sessions must be pre-booked in advance. To book please call us on 01539447183 or email us to get your name down. Places are limited.

RYA Level 1 course

RYA Level 1 sailing course

This course is designed for those who wish to gain an RYA qualification, but who have little or no sailing experience. We usually run these courses on 2 consecutive Saturdays, starting at 9.30am and finishing around 5.30pm.

Course Content: Includes rigging, wind awareness, ropework, sailing techniques, launching and recovery, and some sailing theory.

Duration: Typically a 2-day course, requiring a minimum of 16 hours.

Requirements: No prior experience is needed, and the minimum age is 13 years.

Outcome: Participants will learn to sail on all points of sail under supervision, and have basic awareness of the boats they have used.

Cost: £180 per person

Dates: Saturday's 3rd and 10th May 2025

Saturday's 7th and 14th June 2025

Saturday's 6th and 13th September 2025

RYA Level 2 Course

RYA Level 2 sailing course

This course is designed for those who wish to develop their skills to a point that they are confident sailing on their own. We usually run these courses on 2 consecutive Saturdays, starting at 9.30am and finishing around 5.30pm.

Course Content: Rigging, launching and building confidence sailing in all directions. Capsize recovery and essential safety knowledge.

Duration: Typically a 2-day course, requiring a minimum of 16 hours.

Requirements: Sailing skills to the standard of Level 1 Start Sailing, designed for those over the age of 16yrs old.

Outcome: Participants will learn to sail on all points of sail under supervision, and have basic awareness of the boats they have used.

Cost: £180 per person

Dates: Saturday's 17th and 24th May 2025

Saturday's 21st and 28th June 2025

Saturday's 20th and 27th September 2025