Youth Coastal RYA Sailing Stage 3
Guide Price
Prices starting from £395
Who is this course for
Kids that have completed stage 1 & 2 sailing, ages 12+
About Course
The RYA Youth Sailing Stage 3 course builds on the fundamental skills acquired in earlier stages, guiding young sailors toward greater independence and confidence on the water. Delivered at sea from our Brighton Marina centre, this engaging programme is designed for participants aged 12 to 16 who have already completed Stages 1 and 2.
Upon successful completion of Stage 3, sailors will be ready to progress to Stage 4, where they can further refine their seamanship and advanced sailing techniques.
Kids will:
- More advanced sailing skills
- Crewing and Helming
- Boat handling under sail and Power
- Start sailing without the instructor onboard and teaching from the safety boat, learning more independence onboard
Course Content
The RYA Youth Sailing Stage 3 course develops confidence and independence on the water. Children learn rigging, motoring in and out of the marina, hoisting and trimming sails, and key sailing techniques such as tacking and gybing.
We provide:
- Full tuition from RYA qualified and DBS checked instructors
- All equipment including waterproofs
- Exciting coastal sailing
More information:
Course Objectives
- Improved rigging
- Sailing theory
- Launching and recovery
- Building confidence in a range of sailing techniques on all points of sail and capsize recovery
Pre requirements
RYA Youth Stage 2. As a guide Age 12 to 16. Younger children can complete training at Hove Lagoon
Duration
4 Days of 4 hour sessions
Usually Monday to Thursday: 1400 till 1800
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.
What to bring
- Be prepared for changeable weather, bring plenty of layers
- Quick drying clothes can be very practical, avoid jeans
- Gloves for warmth and rope friction protection
- Sunglasses, sunhat and suncream for summer months and woolly hats, thermals and layers for winter months
- Deck boots and non-slip deck shoes or trainers that don’t mark
- Waterproofs, we have ones to use if you do not have your own
- Deck boots and non-slip deck shoes or trainers that don’t mark
- Logbook, we can sign off the day of sailing and milage
- If you are worried or unsure whether you suffer from seasickness then pills and wrist-bands work well. Don’t arrive on an empty stomach and take tablets with breakfast if you have never been sailing on the sea before, sometimes the motion takes a while to get used to
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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.