The Summer may be over but the weather's started to co-operate for excellent sailing this September and October.
The instructors are all commenting on how nice the last couple of weekends have been with excellent wind conditions and pleasant conditions. At the Irish National Sailing School we have two options in terms of sail training that run over a weekend. The difference comes down to whether or not you mind getting wet - the yacht option where participants stay dry and the dinghy where capsizing and getting wet are par for the course.
Yacht Sailing Programme
The yacht option begins on our fleet of 1720 sportsyachts - which are stable, dry and easy to steer. These boats are perfect for beginners, because apart from all of the above - they're fast and very responsive. At all times participants have one of our experienced instructors on board with them.
Andrew, who teaches hundreds of participants each year explains his priorities for a course.
"I aim to have each and every student leave the course feeling a sense of accomplishment - having learnt a new skill, all while enjoying their time hugely. By the end of the programme each student will be able to set the sails, steer the boat and sail at all angles to the wind. All the instructors and I prefer to learn by getting onto the water and letting students get to grips with the skills under our expert supervision and guidance - because that's what the course is all about - getting onto the water and enjoying yourself!"
Upcoming Courses:
- Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September
- Saturday 19th and Sunday 20th September
- Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th October
More Information on our Yacht Start Sailing Course is available here.
Dinghy Sailing Programme
If you're a fan of getting wet then our second option is for you. The dinghy course sees participants take to sea on their own in a dinghy, with the instructor alongside you at all times in a safety boat. Capsizing is par for the course - and great fun! The sense of achievement you get from mastering your own dinghy is immense!
Upcoming Courses:
- Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September
- Saturday 19th and Sunday 20th September
More Information on our Dinghy Start Sailing Course is available here.