Courtown Sailing Club

Taste of Sailing

Taste of Sailing

Get your feet wet and get a Taste of Sailing!

This brief introductory course will give you a positive introduction to the life long sport of sailing.

Previous Experience
Time Commitment
No previous experience or knowledge is required; welcome to sailing! This level should consist of a minimum of 3-hours, but may be extended to facilitate a more relaxed approach.
Types of Boat
  
This course may be completed in any type of sailing dinghy, keelboat or catamaran. Your certificate will show what type of boat you used; try it once, try it twice, why not try all three!  
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Clothing & Equipment
  • I know what a Personal Floatation Device (PFD) is.
  • I know why I should wear a PFD.
  • I can correctly fit my own PFD and have it checked by my instructor.
Boat Handling & Manoeuvres
  • As both helm and as crew.
    • I can sail across the wind (Reach).
    • I can turn the boat through the wind (Tack).
    • I can stop the boat.
  • I know how to help balance the boat.
  • I can raise and lower the daggerboard/centreboard and rudder.
Weather
  • I can identify which direction the wind is blowing from.
Capsize Recovery
  • I know that capsizing is a normal part of sailing!
  • I can explain why it is important to stay with a capsized or inverted boat.

 

What Next... I can describe how to continue sailing, record progress in my logbook and reach my next level: Start Sailing

 

The information on this page reflects the recommended course content provided by Irish Sailing. Courtown Sailing Club endeavours to deliver the full programme as outlined; however, certain elements may be adjusted or omitted as necessary to suit local conditions, available boats, or facilities.

 

https://www.courtownsailingclub.com is the official web address for Courtown Sailing Club.

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Contact number for Courtown Sailing Club is 089 4941404.

Course dates provided are a provisional draft schedule and may change due to demand and/or instructor availability.

The course dates provided are subject to change.
Where a course sells out and there is still demand for places, we will endeavour to provide additional courses. There is no guarantee that we will be able to provide places for all sailors. 
Where there is no place left on a course that your sailor wishes to attend, please use the Join Waiting List option or send an email to info@courtownsailingclub.com and request to be added to a waiting list.

Taste of Sailing

Taste of Sailing
29-06-2026 10:00 am
€135.00
Objective The aim of this brief introductory course is to give you a positive introduction to Sailing

 

Taste of Sailing

Taste of Sailing

Taste of Sailing
29-06-2026 1:00 pm
€135.00
Objective The aim of this brief introductory course is to give you a positive introduction to Sailing

 

Taste of Sailing

Level 1 - Start Sailing

Level 1 - Start Sailing
29-06-2026 10:00 am
€335.00
Objective By the end of this course you will be sailing in light wind conditions with assistance 
from your instructor.

Level 1 - Start Sailing

Level 1 - Start Sailing
13-07-2026 10:00 am
€335.00
Objective By the end of this course you will be sailing in light wind conditions with assistance 
from your instructor.

Level 2 - Basic Skills

Level 2 - Basic Skills
29-06-2026 10:00 am
€335.00
Objective By the end of this course you will be sailing on your own in light wind conditions 
without assistance from your instructor.

Level 2 - Basic Skills

Level 2 - Basic Skills
13-07-2026 10:00 am
€335.00
Objective By the end of this course you will be sailing on your own in light wind conditions 
without assistance from your instructor.

Level 3 - Improving Skills

Level 3 - Improving Skills
29-06-2026 10:00 am
€415.00
Objective By the end of this course you will be sailing on your own in light wind conditions 
without assistance from your instructor.

Level 3 - Improving Skills

Level 3 - Improving Skills
20-07-2026 10:00 am
€415.00
Objective By the end of this course you will be sailing on your own in light wind conditions 
without assistance from your instructor.

Level 4 - Advanced Boat Handling

Level 4 - Advanced Boat Handling
22-06-2026 10:00 am
€415.00
Objective To develop advanced boat handling and tuning skills and prepare you to sail 
flat out in strong winds.

Adult Level 1 - Start Sailing

Adult Level 1 - Start Sailing
27-06-2026 10:00 am - 28-06-2026 5:00 pm
€199.00

Get Ready to Set Sail!

Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey on the water? Our Start Sailing Course is designed for adults who want to learn the basics of sailing in a fun, supportive, and hands-on environment. Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to refresh your skills, this course will give you the confidence and knowledge to start your sailing adventure!