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Learn to dinghy sail at Oxford Sail Training Trust and you will be introduced to a sport that can be enjoyed at all levels and all ages. If you're looking to get outside more and learn a sport that teaches you to appreciate your environment, then sailing ticks all the boxes.

Farmoor Reservoir is one of the best inland waters in the South of England and home of Oxford Sailing Club.

Oxford Sail Training Trust is recognised by the Royal Yachting Association as a Teaching Establishment, which means that you can be confident that the standard of tuition and equipment will be excellent. You will follow the RYA dinghy scheme and the certificates are widely recognised.

 

Our sailing courses are listed below

level 1

Adult RYA Level 1 Start Sailing

This course provides a short introduction to sailing for novices. By the end of the course you will have a basic understanding of dinghy handling techniques and background knowledge, including how to rig the boat, sailing across the wind and returning to the shore. 

Please note this is a two day course. 

NEW FOR '23 - Book your Level 1 & 2 at the same time & get 10% off your entire order!

 

Previous experience required: None

Location: Oxford Sail Training @ Farmoor Reservoir

Course Times: 9.30am-4.30pm

Teaching Ratio: 6-1

RYA Logbook Provided

£225.00

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Adult RYA Level 2 Basic Skills

Level 2 is the standard required to hire boats at most centres across the globe. On completion of this course you will have a basic knowledge of sailing and be capable of sailing without an instructor on board in light winds. It will be assumed that every pupil starting this course has already mastered the practical skills and background knowledge of the Level 1 course.

Please note this is a two day course. 

NEW FOR '23 - Book your Level 1 & 2 at the same time & get 10% off your entire order!

 

Previous experience required: RYA Level 1 course

Location: Oxford Sail Training @ Farmoor Reservoir

Course Times: 9.30am-4.30pm

Teaching Ratio: 6-1

RYA Logbook provided if necessary

£225.00

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Adult RYA Level 3 Better Sailing

On completion of this course the successful sailor will be safety conscious and capable of sailing without an instructor on board in moderate conditions. This course is designed to allow the sailor to practice and consolidate their technique whilst experiencing some of the thrill involved in advanced sailing, such as spinnakers, trapezing and simple race techniques.

Please note this is a two day course. 

 

Previous experience required: RYA Level 2 course

Location: Oxford Sail Training @ Farmoor Reservoir

Course Times: 9.30am-4.30pm

Teaching Ratio: 6-1

RYA Logbook is not provided

£225.00

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Adult Spinnaker Sailing

Are you a confident sailor looking to improve your skills and sail faster? On this course you’ll learn how to control three sails at once and travel faster than ever before! Our instructors will prepare you to use the spinnaker with confidence, expanding your sailing experience in a fun and exciting new way. 

We will use a combination of the single-handed Fusion 1 PRO & double handed Fusion 2 dinghies, both of which are brand new for 2024.

Please note this is a two day course and we recommend completing your "Level 3 Better Sailing" before booking.

 

Previous experience required: RYA Level 3 sailing

Location: Oxford Sail Training @ Farmoor Reservoir

Course Times: 9.30am-4.30pm

Teaching Ratio: 6-1

RYA Logbook is not provided

£210.00

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Adult Start Racing

You will learn and develop a range of skills required for understanding dinghy racing and getting out onto the race course for the first time. An experienced RYA Racing Instructor will take you through the race signals and start sequence, how to start a race and sail the course, mark rounding, racing rules, tactics and boat tuning.

By the end of the course you should have the confidence and skills to venture out to try Club Racing for the first time.

Please note this is a one day course.

 

Previous experience required: RYA Level 2 sailing

Location: Oxford Sail Training @ Farmoor Reservoir

Course Times: 9.30am-4.30pm

Teaching Ratio: 6-1

RYA Logbook is not provided

£99.00

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RYA Catamaran Introduction

NEW for 2023 is our one-day introduction to the exciting world of catamarans! Designed for sailors who have qualified to RYA Level 2 standard & using our RS Cat 16s, this introduction will take you through the basics. From rigging, tacking and gybing techniques and how to sail these fast and exciting craft efficiently, this course will take your sailing in new directions.

 

Please note this is a one day course.

 

Previous experience required: RYA Level 2 course

Location: Oxford Sail Training @ Farmoor Reservoir

Course Times: 9.30am-4.30pm

Teaching Ratio: 6-1

RYA Logbook is not provided

£105.00