Developing your skills

Sailors will relish the opportunity to challenge themselves and develop advanced boat handling skills. Two exhilarating courses and a must for anyone wishing to progress through to the RYA Dinghy Instructor Course.

Course details

All Ages

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Youth Residential

This 5 day course covers RYA Performance & Spinnakers, this includes full board accommodation (10-16 years).

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RYA Performance & Spinnakers

This 5 day course covers RYA Performance & Spinnakers, courses only.

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What will I need?

You will receive a kit list prior to attending the course detailing what we recommend you bring. Should you decide to buy any additional clothing or equipment, we are delighted to say that we have partnered with French sports retailer Decathlon to offer our students an exclusive discount on affordable, good-quality equipment and clothing. Please click the link below to go through to our exclusive shop.

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Course Location

Rockley Point Activity Centre | BH15 4RW

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“I love watersports – it’s my passion and if you want to succeed, you’ve just got to put yourself out there and work for it. If you really want it, then sign up for everything - plus it’s a lot of fun as well!”

Finn Dickinson

“The staff took such a proactive role in getting to know and support al students! Rockley offers such an amazing package - a super company, who make running and leading a trip an absolute breeze. We are looking forward to returning already”

Charles Dickens School

“The course allows you to learn practically, it offers some great opportunities and is a gateway to an industry which can open so many doors for the future. You'll have a great time with a great bunch of people”

Jacob Bennett

“Absolutely fantastic event !! What a wonderful opportunity for the children to have with such a dedicated team. Hearing the children laugh and to watch them have fun in a safe environment is something that they will never forget.”

Bishop Aldhelms Primary School

“As always, pupils benefit from trying new things and develop resilience, compassion, integrity and courage”

Glenmoor School