Sail Trimming and Rigging Weekends

This is a ‘must have’ weekend for all those who want to understand how the sails work and to know more about the intricacy's of the rigging- all of which will improve your sailing ability.

Knowledge gained during the weekend will assist you in sailing your yacht more effectively and efficiently. It will also show you the all important checks which may prevent unforeseen gear failure.

While alongside our berth at Royal Clarence Marina, the weekend begins with a practical ‘hands on’ session with ‘Jerry The Rigger’ who will explain the parts of the rigging, what their functions are and how to keep them in top working order.

You will be shown the all important checks throughout the rigging, which includes the best way to climb a mast (for those with a head for heights!)

After lunch we head out into the Solent in order to put to use your newly acquired knowledge. Having mastered the rigging we can begin to appreciate its effects on sail setting and sail trim.

We stay locally on Saturday night, ready for another full day of deep concentration as we work towards maximising sail efficiency. We then return to our marina by mid/late afternoon on Sunday.

Jerry the Rigger works full time as a rigger. He is based locally and works regularly with Dream or Two.

Each December he works for the organizers of the ARC to check the rigging of the yachts crossing the Atlantic. He is also an RYA Yachtmaster and shorebased instructor.

What is included?

The cost of your Rigging and Sail Trim Weekend includes:

Your accomodation on board your yacht throughout
Your breakfasts, homemade cooked lunches and our now famous cake!
All diets catered for!
Free use of sailing waterproofs (if needed) to keep you warm and dry
Use of safety gear (life jacket and safety harness) free of charge
Free parking at our marina

We eat ashore in the evenings so that everyone can stretch their legs (this cost is not included).

The only additional cost is a proportion of mooring fees which are split between those aboard. These vary between nil- £5 per night depending on where we stay.

Upon booking you will receive your Joining Instructions which provide a suggested list of what to bring.

Your Joining Instructions will also detail where to find us. We sail from Royal Clarence Marina in Gosport which is easily accessed by road (it is 20 minutes from the M27 at Fareham) or by direct train from waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour.

We look forward to sailing with you!

* Costs are based on per person
* Bookings are subject to our standard Terms & Conditions
* For your various payment options see How To Book or Contact Us.

Dates, availability and costs

Date 2012	Weekend	Cost*	Avail.	Book*
30 March-01 April	Rigging & Sail Trim Weekend	£215	3 Places
Availability and Prices correct as of 26 /01/12

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