This course is aimed at the complete beginner to sailing - or those who have been sailing, but don't feel they "know the ropes" as they would wish to when crewing for family or friends. The course covers basic sailing and helming, seamanship, deckwork, safety and living aboard a yacht to enable you to become a competent and confident crew member. And - just as importantly - it will show you what fun sailing can be.

• Suggested minimum pre-course experience: none.
• Assumed knowledge: none.
• Course content: basic seamanship and helmsmanship.
• Ability after course: useful crew member.