Courses
Low Wood Watersports Centre is an excellent location to take a watersports
course, with modern equipment, enthusiastic instructors and a stunning location.
We are able to run a range of Royal Yachting Association, British Canoe Union and
British Water Ski courses, all of which meet the appropriate national governing
body syllabus and are delivered by qualified, experienced instructors.
Certificates are awarded on successful completion of all requirements of the
award.
Course fees include all instruction, a packed lunch, use of personal protective
clothing and safety equipment, and logbooks where appropriate. All courses fees
are non-residential.
You will get the most out of your course if you have a reasonable level of
general fitness and you should be confident in water. If you require any advice
regarding course suitability, please do not hesitate to contact us.
If the dates for the course you want to do aren’t suitable for you then contact
us as we may be able to run an additional course. If there is a group of you
then we may be able to run a course on the date of your choice; our minimum
number is typically just 3 or 4 people. We also offer private tuition for most
of our activities.
Other than our youth courses, which are for those aged 8 to 14 inclusive, our
courses are for those aged 14 years and over. The minimum age for powerboat
courses is 16 years.
How to Book: once you have selected your course, contact the centre to check
availability and to make a provisional booking. We will hold the booking for ten
days, during which time you must return the booking form which we will send you
along with full payment by cheque, credit or debit card.
Dinghy Sailing Courses
RYA Level 1: Start Sailing
These first two days afloat will teach you the essentials of rigging, launching
and handling your boat in light winds, as well as the background knowledge
necessary to keep yourself safe.
Pre-course experience: none required.
| RYA Level 1: Start Sailing |
| Dates |
Duration of course |
Price |
| 24 - 25 June |
2 Days |
£195 |
| 21 - 22 August |
2 Days |
£195 |
RYA Level 2: Basic Skills
This course develops your skills to enable you to sail independently in light
winds. Over two days you will cover boat handling, seamanship, capsize recovery
and sailing theory.
Pre-course experience: able to sail to the Level 1 standard
| RYA Level 2: Basic Skills |
| Dates |
Duration of course |
Price |
| 24 - 25 May |
2 Days |
£195 |
| 5 - 6 July |
2 Days |
£195 |
| 6 - 7 October |
2 Days |
£195 |
| 1 - 2 Nov |
2 Days |
£195 |
RYA Level 1: Start Sailing & 2: Basic Skills 2
This five day course combines both the Level 1 and Level 2 courses to give you an
excellent introduction to dinghy sailing, taking you from complete beginner to
an independent light wind sailor.
Pre-course experience: none required.
| RYA Level 1: Start Sailing & 2: Basic Skills
2
|
| Dates |
Duration of course |
Price |
| 28 July - 1 Aug' |
5 Days |
£400 |
| 8 - 12 Sept' |
5 Days |
£400 |
RYA Seamanship Skills
Over two days this course will teach you how to handle your boat in moderate conditions and how to solve problems afloat, including reducing sail, recovering man overboard and anchoring.
Pre-course experience: confident sailing in force 2-3 winds
| RYA Seamanship Skills |
| Dates |
Duration of course |
Price |
| 7 -8 June |
2 Days |
£195 |
| 20 - 21 Sept' |
2 Days |
£195 |
| 22 - 23 Nov' |
2 Days |
£195 |
RYA Youth Sailing Scheme Stages 1 – 3
Our fun-filled youth sailing courses are a brilliant way to start sailing or to
improve your skills. For 8 to 14 year olds inclusive.
Pre-course experience: none required.
| RYA Youth Sailing Scheme Stages 1 – 3 |
| Dates |
Duration of course |
Price |
| 29 - 30 May |
2 Days |
£175 |
| 4 - 5 Aug' |
2 Days |
£175 |
| 7 - 8 Aug' |
2 Days |
£175 |
| 29 - 30 Oct' |
2 Days |
£175 |
RYA Dinghy Instructor
Over five days an RYA coach/assessor will teach you the techniques of teaching
beginners and improvers to sail, along with moderation by a second
coach/assessor on the final day. Course fee includes a copy of the Youth Sailing
Scheme logbook (G11), National Sailing Scheme logbook (G4) and Dinghy Coaching
Handbook (G14).
Pre-course experience: you must meet the RYA eligibility criteria for this
course.
| RYA Dinghy Instructor |
| Dates |
Duration of course |
Price |
| Further dates to be confirmed in September/October11 – 12 October |
5 Days |
£call |
Powerboat Courses
RYA Level 2
This two day course provides you with the knowledge you require to become a safe and competent powerboat driver.
Pre-course experience: none required.
| RYA Level 2 |
| Dates |
Duration of course |
Price |
| 11 - 12 Oct' |
2 Days |
£215 |
Direct Assessment: if you are already at the standard required for the RYA Level
2 we can carry out a two hour direct assessment which includes a practical and
written test. £98
RYA Safety Boat
This course is designed for those who provide safety cover at sailing clubs or
teaching establishments. This two day course covers the techniques required to
deal with a variety of capsized and disabled craft.
Pre-course experience: you must hold the Level 2 award.
| RYA Safety Boat |
| Dates |
Duration of course |
Price |
| 11 - 12 Oct' |
2 Days |
£215 |
BWS Ski Boat Drivers Award
This British Water Ski course provides you with the skills required to handle a powerboat safely and competently tow recreational waterskiiers. You are required to be or become a member of British Water Ski.
Pre-course experience: none required
| BWS Ski Boat Drivers Award |
| Dates |
Duration of course |
Price |
| 25 – 26 October |
2 Days |
£225 |
Direct Assessment: if you are already at the standard required for the BWS Ski Boat Drivers Award we can carry out a two hour direct assessment which includes a practical and written test. £108
BCU Canoe & Kayak Courses
BCU One Star
Over two days you will be introduced to a variety of craft and develop the basic skills required to manoeuvre your boat both solo and as a doubles crew.
Pre-course experience: none required
| BCU One Star |
| Dates |
Duration of course |
Price |
| 21 - 22 June |
2 Days |
£195 |
| 12 - 13 August |
2 Days |
£195 |
| 13 - 14 Sept' |
2 Days |
£195 |
BCU Two Star
This two day course covers a range of flat water techniques in both kayaks and canoes, developing an understanding of the interaction between the paddle, boat and water.
Pre-course experience: you should hold the 1 Star award
| BCU Two Star |
| Dates |
Duration of course |
Price |
| 14 - 15 July |
2 Days |
£195 |
| 19 - 20 August |
2 Days |
£195 |
| 11 - 12 October |
2 Days |
£195 |
BCU Paddlepower Scheme
Whether it is your first time afloat or you’re looking to develop your skills, the new Paddlepower scheme is an excellent way to learn how to paddle a canoe and kayak. For 8 to 14 year olds inclusive.
Pre-course experience: none required
| BCU Paddlepower Scheme |
| Dates |
Duration of course |
Price |
| 4 - 5 August |
2 Days |
£175 |
| 7 - 8 August |
2 Days |
£175 |
| 28 - 29 August |
2 Days |
£175 |
| 27 - 28 October |
2 Days |
£175 |
Shorebased Courses
RYA First Aid
This course provides a basic working knowledge of first aid with a particular emphasis on first aid in the watersports environment. Syllabus meets HSE and MCA requirements.
Pre-course experience: none required
| RYA First Aid |
| Dates |
Duration of course |
Price |
| 18 October |
1 Day |
£75 |
| 6 December |
1 Day |
£75 |