YOUTH COURSES

Our exceptional courses for young students follow the

RYA Youth Sailing Scheme. The sheltered waters of the

Kyles of Bute are an ideal environment. We provide

instruction for small numbers (approx 20), ensuring that

each child has individual time to develop their sailing.

Our self contained site and our promise to keep

numbers small ensure safety and supervision are

maintained to the highest standard.

Our youth courses are approached with the emphasis

on fun, improving sailing techniques in a relaxed and

stimulating environment. You will be surprised at just

how much can be learnt in a week.

Whether a beginner or experienced dinghy sailor, we

are confident that students will not be disappointed. On

Friday we like to offer an extra special challenge.

Weather dependent, we will take them on a full day

expedition where they can put all their hard earned

knowledge into practice. They will be well drilled in

personal safety as well as being introduced to basic chart work. Involvement in the decision making

process will increase confidence in sailing and the ability to work in a group.

Our sheltered location ensures that we are rarely kept off the water, however we can work in the chart

room should the weather deteriorate. The theory syllabus includes for example; tides, weather, basic

chart work and ropework.

Residential students stay in our 3 bedroomed bunk house which accommodates up to ten with 24

hour supervised care. They enjoy home-made evening meals made with organic ingredients where

possible. The small group size ensures that each child can feel at ease and have the confidence to

get the most out of their stay.

Carry Farm has plenty of space for the children to enjoy. Evenings are filled with weather appropriate

activities such as beach bonfires, rounders, trips to sandy beaches and paddle races. Wet weather

has everyone inside relaxing with age appropriate games.