Kids Coastal Sailing Club
Who is this course for
Young sailors with previous experience.
About Course
The Youth Coastal Sailing Club at Brighton Marina offers young sailors (aged 10+) with prior sailing course experience the chance to practice regularly at sea. Sessions are instructor-led, combining coaching with hands-on sailing in keelboats, and tailored to weather conditions to build skills, confidence, and friendships
Course Content
Proposed itinerary is to depart Brighton early hours, sail the 60 miles across the channel(straight distance so expect more) and head to Fecamp. If all goes to plan you will arrive in Fecamp for the evening and have an evening out in France. Next day we would normally have an easier day sail, maybe heading to Dieppe. Then another early start to head back to Brighton
If the winds are not suitable alternatives would be a sail around the back of the Isle of Wight to Poole, or into the Solent.
Course Objectives
Join peers of a similar age for exciting sailing experiences on the open sea. Build lasting friendships while continuing to develop your skills in a welcoming and supportive environment. Each session is guided by qualified instructors, ensuring structured learning and opportunities to enhance sailing techniques in a safe and enjoyable setting.
Pre requirements
Age 10+ for those that have completed a sailing course with us at Brighton Boating.
Price
£50 per session. Discounted multi tickets available.
Location
Brighton Marina, BN2 5UP
Booking
Book online from the dates on this page or call 01273 42 48 42 option 1 or email us.
If you cannot find a suitable dates please contact us.
Location
What to bring
- Loose casual clothing - Spare set just incase they get wet
- Swimming costume and towel just incase need to wear a wetsuit or going for a swim
- Quick drying clothes can be very practical, please avoid jeans
- Sunglasses, sunhat and suncream for summer months
- Deck boots and non-slip deck shoes or trainers that don’t mark
- Please note that we only have limited lockers for putting valuables in, so please minimise thses as much as possible
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FAQ's
How to Book
Courses can be booked directly through our website. If you’re unsure which course is right for you, our team is happy to advise.
Yes, availability is displayed on each experience page. If your preferred date isn’t shown, please contact us as we may still be able to accommodate you.
We recommend booking at least 8 weeks in advance, particularly for popular courses like these during the summer season.
Levels 1 and 2 are designed for complete beginners.
Levels 3 and 4 are intended for participants who have already achieved the skills covered in Levels 1 and 2.
If you are unsure of your current level or which course is most suitable for you, please contact a member of our team, who will be happy to assist you.
Course Infomation
Your child should bring:
Swimwear (to wear under a wetsuit)
A towel and warm change of clothes
Old trainers or water shoes
Sunscreen and a hat
A packed lunch and refillable water bottle
All essential watersports equipment, including wetsuits and buoyancy aids, is provided.
Yes. We provide wetsuits, buoyancy aids, and all required safety equipment for every child taking part in our kids watersports courses. Our instructors are RYA-qualified and DBS-checked, ensuring a safe and supportive environment.
Kids watersports courses run in most weather conditions, as learning to handle different conditions is part of the experience. If conditions are unsafe, activities may be adapted or replaced with shore-based learning. In rare cases of cancellation, we will contact you directly.
Drop-off and collection take place at Brighton Marina (Pontoon 5, Western Concourse). Full joining instructions, including exact timings and meeting points, will be sent before the course starts.
Yes. Children are supervised at all times by our experienced instructors, both on and off the water. Instructor-to-student ratios follow RYA safety guidelines to ensure individual attention and support.
This is very common, especially for beginners. Our instructors are experienced in working with children of all confidence levels and focus on building skills gradually in a fun, encouraging environment.
Parents are welcome to remain nearby; however, for safety and focus, access to pontoons and boats is restricted to staff and participants only.