The RYA Start Yachting course is designed to give a taste of sailing over two days and nights and requires no previous experience. The course is for beginners who are interested in sailing. Our experienced instructors will guide you through health and safety and make sure that you are comfortable. We can advise on clothing for the trip too.
You will live on board one of our yachts for the weekend, with up to four other crew members plus the instructor. There will be a mixture of experience which means that there will be other crew members who can give you a helping hand. Cooking will be shared between the crew to add to the experience.
By the end of the weekend you will have learnt how to steer a course, handle the lines, tie knots - and, most importantly, find out if you have a natural talent or just love sailing!
What's included in the price?
- 2 nights/days on board - Friday evening 6.30 until around 3pm on Sunday;
- All on-board meals and snacks;
- All harbour and marina fees;
- Fuel and gas;
- Plus, free secure parking for your car.
Optional extras:
- Oil skins can be hired at just £3.50 per item/day;
- Cleaning fee £12.50/per person or the crew can clean the boat;
- Sleeping bag can be hired at just £25 per period.
For more information, please check out our FAQs page, or give us a call: 01475 789837. Or jump right in and book below!
If you are keen on sailing you may wish to use your weekend towards our competent crew course.
Course starts on a Friday at 18:30 departing from Largs Yacht Haven, Scotland.
Have any questions about our Start Yachting course?
Get in touch with our admin team on 01475789837 or make your booking below!
| Date | Places | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Friday, 23rd October 2026 at 18:30 | SOLD OUT | £ 275.00 |
| Friday, 30th October 2026 at 18:30 | SOLD OUT | £ 275.00 |
| Friday, 20th November 2026 at 18:30 | SOLD OUT | £ 275.00 |
| Friday, 5th February 2027 at 18:30 | 5 | £ 295.00 |
| Friday, 19th February 2027 at 18:30 | 5 | £ 295.00 |
| Friday, 5th March 2027 at 18:30 | 4 | £ 295.00 |
| Friday, 19th March 2027 at 18:30 | 5 | £ 295.00 |
| Friday, 2nd April 2027 at 18:30 | 4 | £ 295.00 |
| Friday, 16th April 2027 at 18:30 | 3 | £ 295.00 |
| Friday, 30th April 2027 at 18:30 | 4 | £ 295.00 |
| Friday, 7th May 2027 at 18:30 | 5 | £ 295.00 |
| Friday, 14th May 2027 at 18:30 | 5 | £ 295.00 |
| Friday, 28th May 2027 at 18:30 | 5 | £ 295.00 |
| Friday, 11th June 2027 at 18:30 | 5 | £ 295.00 |
| Friday, 25th June 2027 at 18:30 | 5 | £ 295.00 |
| Friday, 9th July 2027 at 18:30 | 5 | £ 295.00 |
| Friday, 23rd July 2027 at 18:30 | 5 | £ 295.00 |
| Friday, 6th August 2027 at 18:30 | 5 | £ 295.00 |
| Friday, 20th August 2027 at 18:30 | 5 | £ 295.00 |
| Friday, 3rd September 2027 at 18:30 | 5 | £ 295.00 |
| Friday, 17th September 2027 at 18:30 | 5 | £ 295.00 |
| Friday, 1st October 2027 at 18:30 | 5 | £ 295.00 |
| Friday, 15th October 2027 at 18:30 | 5 | £ 295.00 |
| Friday, 29th October 2027 at 18:30 | 5 | £ 295.00 |
| Friday, 12th November 2027 at 18:30 | 5 | £ 295.00 |
