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SAILING COURSES IN EXMOUTH

Catch the wind.
Find your freedom.

Practical sailing tuition for adults and young people, from a first taste of the water to the next step in the RYA sailing scheme.

EXMOUTH · DEVON · THE EXE ESTUARYExplore

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A course for
every sea leg.

All levels are welcome. We’ll help you choose a group and course suited to your experience.

2 HOURS · UP TO TWO PEOPLE

Sailing taster

An introduction to sailing aboard a Laser Stratos. A great way to try the sport together before committing to a course.

2 DAYS · BEGINNERS

RYA Level 1 — Start Sailing

Learn rigging, launching, sailing in different directions and capsize recovery, with short sessions on weather and tides. Build the basics for sailing under supervision in light winds.

Adult course £350Enquire about this course

2 DAYS · BUILD YOUR FOUNDATIONS

RYA Level 2 — Basic Skills

Develop boat handling, personal safety and decision-making. Practise the core sailing skills and build confidence before sailing more independently in suitable conditions.

Adult course £350Enquire about this course

2 DAYS · KEEP PROGRESSING

RYA Level 3 — Better Sailing

Consolidate Levels 1 and 2, improve manoeuvres and explore skills from the advanced modules. Content is adapted to the conditions and your experience.

Adult course £350Enquire about this course
Sailing on the Exe Estuary

YOUTH HOLIDAY SAILING

Big smiles.
New skills.

Four half-days of learning, confidence and fun, following the RYA Youth Sailing Scheme. Young sailors are grouped by ability and work towards skills signed off by their instructor.

  • Four half-days: £240 per person
  • Mornings 09:00–12:00 or afternoons 13:00–16:00
  • Recommended starting age: seven
  • Equipment included; RYA logbook £10 extra

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YOUR NEXT CHAPTER

Keep the learning going.

Advanced courses available on request.

Seamanship SkillsDay SailingSailing with SpinnakersPrivate tuition

GOOD TO KNOW

A little preparation.
A lot of possibility.

Useful answers before you head out on the water.

What is included in the sailing course price?+
Equipment is included. RYA logbooks are an additional £10 as a one-off purchase. See the pricing page for adult and under-16 rates.
Which RYA level should I choose?+
Level 1 introduces the basics; Level 2 develops core skills; Level 3 builds confidence and introduces advanced techniques. Tell us about your experience before booking.
Are courses weather dependent?+
Sailing plans depend on wind, tide and conditions. Contact the team to discuss your course arrangements, clothing and the forecast before arrival.

YOUR NEXT ADVENTURE STARTS HERE

See you on
the water.

Tell us what you’d like to learn. We’ll help you choose the right course and find a date.

Let’s make a plan