Junior Stage 3&4, Race Coaching and Seamanship Evening Sessions
From 5th May to 29th September we will be running a Thursday evening training session for groups of six sailors. We will run this in two blocks of 8 weeks and a final block of 4 weeks
Block 2: Jul 7, 14, 21, 28, Aug 4, 11, 18, 25 (priced at £40 for the block)
This Dinghy Sailing course is designed to follow the RYA "Start Sailing" and "Basic Skills" (Levels 1 & 2) Adult syllabus.
On successful completion of this course you will be able to sail a dinghy in any direction and rig and launch in moderate weather conditions. The RYA Level 2 certificate is an Internationally recognised sailing qualification and an indication that the holder has a basic level of understanding and practical competency.
The syllabus covers practical sessions such as rigging, launching and recovery, sailing techniques and manoeuvres, ropework and capsize recovery. Background theory includes subjects such as "rules of the road", basic meteorology, clothing and equipment and emergency equipment.
Tuition is given by trained and qualified RYA dinghy instructors with an emphasis on safety and fun! There will be Safety Powerboats on the water at all times to ensure your safety afloat.
The course will be run over 2 Thursday evenings and 2 weekends to give you maximum time to fulfil the requirements of the syllabus. It is really important that you can attend ALL of the practical and theory sessions as it is not guaranteed we can help you catch up with things missed.
Dates
Theory evenings 7.00 - 9pm
Thursdays 11th & 18th August, 2022
Practical weekends 9am - 4pm
13/14 and 20/21 August, 2022
Please note that the minimum age for the RYA Adult courses is 16 (there is no maximum age!).
Otley Sailing Club prides itself in truly offering "Sailing for All" and as such, we welcome disabled sailors on our sail training courses. We have trained and experienced volunteers who are used to dealing with disabilities of all kinds so virtually anyone can enjoy the thrill of sailing!
If you have any concerns or questions, please do not hesitate to contact:
Matt Thomas (Chief Instructor)
sailormatt@btinternet.com
or phone on 07759 539028
The first race of the 2022 Youth Series for the Arc Trophy
The race starts at 2pm, for approximately 1 hour, concurrently with the Adult race, into which you'll also be entered.
Bart's Bash 2022!
This year we're celebrating Bart's Bash with 2 very special races;
At 11.30am we'll be holding the inaugural Norman Stephens Race, participants will be sailing the club Access Boats (Hansa 303s). If you'd like to take part please register as we have limited number of boats, there's a £5 donation to support Sailfree to take part.
The traditional Bart's Bash race starts at 2pm, you'll need to register your boat for the race, there's a £5 entry per boat for the race - all proceeds will go to the Bart's foundation. You also need to register on register on the Barts Bash website by clicking here.
There are a number of trophies up for grabs:
* Shipley Salver Trophy (overall winner)
* Ladies Trophy (top placed female sailor)
* Ladies Crew Trophy (top placed female crew sailor)
* Junior Helm Trophy (top placed junior helm sailor)
* Wrigglesworth Junior Trophy (second placed junior helm sailor)
* Junior Crew Trophy (top placed junior crew sailor)
Bart’s Bash is a global sailing race taking place at hundreds of venues, with thousands of sailors in hundreds of different classes of boat around the world. This incredible event works on the assumption that sailing venues host their races at weekends and we invite them to unite in one colossal global sailing event. Put simply it’s the day the world goes sailing!
It's a day the sailing community remembers Andrew 'Bart' Simpson, a double Olympic medallist who tragically lost his life whilst training for the America's cup in 2013. Bart’s Bash is an annual fundraising and participation campaign promoted by the Andrew Simpson Sailing Foundation (ASSF). Each individual event is organised by a venue which is the organising authority for all activities at their site.
The second race of the 2022 Youth Series for the Arc Trophy
The third race of the 2022 Youth Series for the Arc Trophy
The fourth race of the 2022 Youth Series for the Arc Trophy
The fifth race of the 2022 Youth Series for the Arc Trophy
The sixth and final race of the 2022 Youth Series for the Arc Trophy
This three-day (and 2 evening) course provides the skills and background knowledge needed to drive a powerboat and is the basis of the International Certificate of Competence. No prior experience required.
The course includes close quarters handling, high speed manoeuvres, man overboard recovery and collision regulations. It is an inland course and your certificate will be endorsed accordingly.
Please note that Saturday 19th November is your assessment. You will be given a 1 hour slot to attend. You need to attend ALL sessions to gain your qualification.
Contact: Matt Thomas - Chief Powerboat Instructor
training@otley-sailingclub.co.uk
It's the Hangover Cup race!
Theory evenings 7.00 - 9:30pm
Thursdays 20th& 27th April, 2023
22/23 April and 29/30 April 2023
Thursdays 29th June & 6th July, 2023
01/02 and 08/09 July 2023
Thursdays 31st August & 7th September, 2023
02/03 and 09/10 September 2023
Registered Charity Number : 1160253
