Introductory learn to sail lesson are being conducted during the Summer from November to March. 

The Henley Sailing Club is a registered Discover Sailing Centre, we are offering level 1 training "Start Sailing 1 & 2" and Saturday morning social sailing.

This course is designed to provide a safe and enjoyable introduction to dinghy sailing for complete beginners. The course includes an introduction to fundamental boat handling skills and essential safety knowledge. 

Once you have completed a course you are welcome to join us for our Saturday morning casual sailing sessions and use of the club equipment. 

Course Overview

This course introduces participants to dinghy sailing and its fundamental skills so they learn terminology and equipment and practice launching and returning to shore and capsize recovery. 

Course Prerequisites

Water confident.

Who should do this course?

This course is designed for participants who wish to begin sailing in a dinghy. All the equipment and gear will be provided by your accredited Discover Sailing Centre.

Course Outcome

You will gain your Start Sailing 1 completion certificate. 

We recognise that some of our course participants are completing the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award and may be using sailing and/or club membership to complete one or more sections of The Award. To learn more, click here.