Sailing
Sailing
What is it?
Sailing is the practice of controlling the movement of a boat (or similar vehicle) by using sails and the force of the wind. It first developed as a practical means of moving around on bodies of water, but as time has progressed, sailing has become a highly popular sport and recreational activity.
What does it involve?
There is a fair amount of physics involved in sailing - an understanding of the forces exerted upon the boat is reasonably essential to learning how to sail successfully! There are many varieties upon the basic sailboat, some of which require a team of people to operate and some which only need one; this all depends on the size and purpose of the vehicle, as some boats are designed for leisure and some for speed and agility!
Why do it and what are the benefits?
Sailing is a great way of having fun on the water, but also has many physical and mental benefits. General cardiovascular health can be improved by regular sailing alongside better muscle strength and endurance, and the mental abilities required to understand the forces in play and keeping track of everything going on can greatly improve concentration.
What equipment do we need?
Taking students sailing will almost always involve travelling to a venue, so the majority of equipment required should be provided for you! You may need to ensure the students are dressed appropriately beforehand - check ahead to see if the provider has any advice.
Who is it suitable for?
Sailing does involve quite a bit of strength and agility, but younger children can start out on specifically designed learning boats to build up their capabilities - sailing should suit people of any age!
Costs?
School groups should generally cost about £10-20 per student to take sailing, but it depends on what sort of experience you wish to book! Check out the providers in your local area to see what they have on offer and their price range.
Issues/Things to think about? (unsuitable for age groups, medical conditions etc)
Younger children should always be carefully supervised when around water/on a boat, and you should ensure they are paying proper attention to the safety procedures!
How do we include?
Depending on the severity of the disability, there should be a way of including everyone in sailing! Boats often require many people all doing different things to operate the boat, and instructors should be trained in including people with less physical ability or learning difficulties in their lessons.
Doing it abroad?
Sailing is popular all over the world, but will be most practiced in countries with large open bodies of natural water, especially the ocean!
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Venues with this Activity
Sailcraft operates in the sheltered waters of Brancaster Statthe Harbour south of Scolt Head Island surrounded in marches and creeks. Suitable for both beginners and experienced sailors alike the bay offers a unique boating area for a variety of water sports activities.
NSSA is affiliated to the Royal Yachting Association, the sport’s governing body, and is a Recognised Teaching Establishment. We run courses for all abilities from complete beginner through to advanced levels including Instructor Training.
Experience sailing on the Broads on this Christian adventure holiday open to all young people. Do something different in your October half-term! For 30 years, young people have been sailing the Norfolk Broads on the Cormorants Sailing Holiday
We are a UK sailing club on the east coast that provides dinghy racing on the sea and have an inland lake for junior sailing. Snettisham Beach, on the North West Norfolk coast is a popular sailing venue for Laser 2000, Laser 1, Dart 18 Catamarans and Toppers.
For Secondary Schools we continue to offer, at a reduced rate, the opportunity to charter the Wherry for groups of up to twelve (including staff) to experience life aboard and help the experienced crew of three sail the boat. A three to four hour trip has been found to work best fitting in with the normal school day.
Based at the north end of Barton Broad (about 10 miles north of Wroxham), Barton Turf Adventure Centre is a family run sailing school, adventure activity and environmental studies centre.
Pennine Sailing Club is situated on Winscar Reservoir in the hills above Holmfirth, in the Peak District National Park, and attracts a growing membership of 200 sailors and windsurfers from the surrounding areas of Sheffield, Huddersfield, Barnsley and Glossop.
Rotherham Sailing Club is a vibrant and competitive family club sailing on Harthill reservoir, which is between Sheffield and Worksop, with easy access from both the M1 and M18 motorways. It boasts a newly refurbished clubhouse with comfortable and friendly surroundings. There is a strong youth section with help and support available to beginners and improvers of all ages
Our large school and college based programme includes teaching kayaking and sailing as two of the “outdoor and adventurous activity” elements of the GCSE in Physical Education for many local schools.
The Wimbledon Park Watersports Centre offers a range of activities for the whole community. All activities are run by qualified professional staff.
Our sailing boats include - Drascombe Lugger, Wayfarer, Laser 2000, RS Feva, 370 Rondar, Laser, Pico's, Topper, Taz, Optimist, Fun boats, access sailing dinghies.
Whether you are looking for a high energy, calorie burning work out, a relaxing session to soothe the mind as well as body or a fun and social group routine, there is something to suit you.
Located in the heart of London’s Docklands at the west end of Millwall outer dock, the Centre is based in an award winning purpose built facility with great views from the upstairs bar over the dock, and wet facilities downstairs. We are a Royal Yachting Association recognised training centre, and deliver courses in Sailing, Windsurfing and Powerboating under the RYA scheme.
"Between the Land and the Sea" is a fair description of the Roseland, one of the most beautiful parts of Cornwall. The best way to experience the beauty of this peninsula is by water and it provides some of the best sailing and canoeing areas in the country.
Located on the shores of the Fal Estuary, opposite the historic sea port of Falmouth and close to St Mawes, the centre is sited in the small village of St Just Lane, enjoying the famous 'Riviera micro-climate of the Roseland Peninsula. Offering residential accommodation for up to 34 people in three main dormitories and two smaller leaders rooms. This Centre specialises in maritime work and use
The Berkshire Sail Training Centre is a registered charity, a recognised Royal Yachting Association Training Centre, Licensed by AALA and is a British Stand Up Paddleboarding approved school.
We are a medium sized club affiliated to the British Canoe Union / Canoe England and run by volunteer coaches and helpers, offering a warm welcome to new members and operate an equal opportunities policy offering paddlesport for all.
Finesse Leisure is passionate about watersports and has combined a variety of thrilling watersport activities with excellent amenities for your entertainment. Come and join us to enjoy a day on the water and choose the activity of your choice.
Danson Park Watersports Centre is located by Danson Lake in one of London's most beautiful parks. It is the ideal venue to take part in a variety of different sports in a safe and friendly environment.
Pugneys Country Park is a 250 acre site which was previously an open cast mine as well as a sand and gravel quarry and was turned into a country park in 1985.
Kingsbury Water Park Outdoor Education Centre is a purpose built non-residential centre situated within the 600 acre site of Kingsbury Water Park. We offer diverse programmes designed to enthuse, develop and inspire young people and adults to learn in an adventurous environment.
There are endless possibilities aboard our barges to undertake walking,
Plas Menai is the National Outdoor Centre for Wales, offering outdoor activities, sailing courses, powerboating, windsurfing, kayaking and much more... We also run a busy programme of outdoor activities for schools, groups, adults, children and the local community.
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