Participants with previous experience are invited to use the centre during open sessions, giving a great way of practising the skills they have learned; these are open during evenings and weekends. If you prefer to have some guidance we also run more progressive courses, as well as improver sessions on a Monday evening during the summer, and sail racing all year round.
For the more adventurous we also operate outside of the confines on the dock, with trips on the tidal Thames, entry to the Thames Traveller racing series, the London Regatta and the Isle of Sheppy race for the sailors, white water paddling trips for the kayakers and canoeists, and introduction to competitive dragon boat teams for those wishing to progress in this sport. We also hope to introduce away trips to more progressive locations for the windsurfers.
Adult membership is £150 per year which includes access to open sessions, discounts on courses and other adult activities.
Courses
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Doublehanded RYA Level One Course
Using our doublehanded Bosuns, this course will give you an introduction to the sport of sailing over two days. It covers all you need to know to get afloat under supervision. By the end of the course, you will have a basic understanding of dinghy sailing techniques and basic background knowledge. This course is for…
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Singlehanded RYA Level One Course
Using our singlehanded Laser Picos, this course will give you an introduction to the sport of sailing over two days. It covers all you need to know to get afloat under supervision. By the end of the course, you will have a basic understanding of dinghy sailing techniques and a basic background knowledge. This course…
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RYA Level Two Course
This course is the second part of the RYA training scheme and for those who have completed the RYA Level 1, Start Sailing, course or have equivalent experience. Its aim is to consolidate your basic knowledge of sailing, and develop an awareness of safety. By the end of the course, you will be capable of…
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RYA Start Windsurfing
This course is for beginners who have done little or no windsurfing before. It is the first part of the Royal Yachting Association (RYA) windsurfing scheme and its aim is to provide basic windsurfing techniques and essential background knowledge. By the end of the course you will be able to windsurf safely under loose supervision,…
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British Canoeing Start and Discover
This course is for beginners who have done little or no kayaking before. It is the first part of the British Canoeing scheme and its aim is to provide basic kayaking techniques and essential background knowledge. By the end of the course you will have achieved a good understanding of the basic handling techniques for…
Other Instructed Activities
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Twilight Racing Rules Evening
Thursday 1st August 1830-2030 We’re running a one-off session for those that are more keen on the racing side of sailing to refresh your memories on the Racing Rules of Sailing. We encourage all regular Twilight sailors to attend this theory based session, to recap and learn about the changes in the Racing Rules that…
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Seasonal Race Series
The seasonal race series’ are back! If you are Level 2 qualified and are keen to get some competitive time on the water then these are the sessions for you. Each season consists of 4-6 race days with the winner of the series receiving the seasonal trophy, plus a bottle of wine. If you are…
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Twilight Racing
Twilight is a fun event borrowed from our friends down under and is an excellent way to unwind in the evening, or simply to have a first taste of the activities the centre has to offer. The concept is simple, long evenings, fun sailing/racing. Twilight runs on Friday evenings throughout the summer from the end…
