FAQs

I used to sail how do I get back into it or how do I keep practicing after a course?

You can join for part 1 or part 2 of a weekend course to refresh yourself. We also do mile-building trips and race events such as Round the Island and Royal Escape - we are often looking for crew. We also have our Coastal Sailing Club for more information...

Do you have any other locations for yacht training?

Yes, in sunny Spain! We offer all the RYA yachting course from our base in central Barcelona. For more information: www.barcelonawatersports.es

What sailing courses do Lagoon Watersports offer?

We have an experienced and professional team of instructors that teach: RYA Sailing Level 1, RYA Sailing Level 2 and RYA Sailing Level 3.

What is the difference between our sailing and our yacht courses?

Our sailing courses are run on our 24ft Delphia Keelboats. A Keelboat is a step up in size from dinghies, more like a small manageable yacht but not as big as a cruising yacht. They can bridge the gap between dinghies and cruisers, offering many benefits of both, to...

What sailing course is best for a beginner?

The two day RYA Sailing Level 1

What course will enable me to sail competently?

Our "Learn to Sail" course is run over two weekends and covers RYA Sailing Level 1 and Level 2. By the end you should be able to take a small sail boat out to sea confidently in light weather conditions.

How many people on a course?

Maximum 4 persons per boat. The instructor will be onboard for most of the training but they start to teach from the safety boat in the level 2 to give you more independence.

When do the sailing courses run?

Over weekends, from March to October. We do also run one weekday courses and private tuition.

Where do the sailing courses start?

The courses start from our base in Brighton Marina: Pontoon 6, Brighton Marina, Brighton, East Sussex BN2 5UP, UK.

What do I need to bring?

We provide specialist equipment. In the winter months it can be cold, thermals, fleeces, woolly hats are all useful to have. During the summer months bring sun hats, sun block and sun glasses. Quick drying clothes can be very practical instead of jeans and good none slip, non marking...

What happens if the weather is bad?

Part of the enjoyment of sailing is being out in the elements, so it is important to be versatile to make the best of the conditions. If we cannot sail on a day due to weather conditions we will endeavour to cover theory and other useful skills such as...

I used to sail how do I get back into it or how do I keep practicing after a course?

We have our Coastal Sailing Club, that gives regular access to the water with clinics and racing for members. For more information go on our Coastal Sailing Club 

What powerboat course does Lagoon Watersports offer?

We have an experienced and professional team of instructors that teach: RYA Powerboat Level 1 and 2 and RYA Safety Boat and the International Certificate of Competence

What experience do I need for RYA Powerboat Level 2?

None. But we would recommend you also complete the VHF Radio course, this gives you the license you need to operate the radio onboard.

How do I get my ICC(International Certificate of Competence)?

The ICC is required by many European countries for the use of certain categories of pleasure boat. It is also useful in countries where compulsory certificates are required of nationals simply because officials expect to see such a certificate. You automatically qualify for your ICC on completion of the...