2008 Information on the Training Programme

 

Course:   Racing Rules Disputes
Dates:      Thursday 10th April – 1930 hrs start
An explanation of the new RYA alternatives to Protests to resolve Rules disputes whilst racing. The presentation will describe the procedures for, and the differences between, “Advisory”, “Arbitration” and “Protest” hearings and will give some examples of their application in practice. If time permits, this may be followed by a general “Rules Clinic” where experts will be available to explain aspects of the Racing Rules to members. As Downs SC will be implementing these new RYA Rules dispute procedures in the 2008 racing programme, all racing members are advised to attend.

 

Course:   RYA Powerboat Level II Course * Å

Dates:      11th to 13th April

Summary:  The course will involve a number of theory and practical “on the water” sessions which leads to the RYA level II powerboat certificate. This is especially suitable for DSC Safety duty crew and an essential qualification for anyone wanting to be a RYA Sailing Instructor.

 

 

Course:   Race Officer Refresher Course *

Dates:      Thurs 17th April (19.30 – 21.00 hr)

Summary:   An evening seminar providing members with a refresher of the duties of the Race Officer on the Bridge for a normal club race. It will include a reminder of the signal flags used, the start countdown sequence, recalls, safety watch and a detailed overview of the Bridge computer system. The course is suitable for both “Assistant” Race Officers and more experienced “old hands”.

 

Course:   Safety Boat Refresher (Theory)
Dates:      Thursday 24th April – 1930 hrs start
Summary:   An evening’s reminder on the duties involved in manning the club Safety Boat’s as either skipper or crew. Some of the topics to be covered will include fuel connection, starting the engine, laying marks, rescue techniques and returning to the beach. The course will also include an update on the changes to the North winch (new ratchet mechanism). Please wear warm clothing, as some of the course will take place in the boathouse.  

 

Course:   Lets Get Racin *

Dates:      Sundays, 18th May – 29th June, 9 – 11hrs

Summary: Personal (hopefully one-to-one) training by expert “Buddys” to encourage non-racing sailors to join the club racing programme. The 6 sessions will explain the procedures/format of a club race and allow practise of starting, mark rounding and basic rules. The training will conclude with   practise races. Participants should be capable of sailing a triangular course in wind strengths up to Force 4.  This course is free, although pre-booking would be helpful for the organisers – please contact Ysanne Spicer.

 

Course:   Childrens Sailing * Å

Dates:      6th , 7th , 20th 21st Jun, 11st & 12th July

Summary:   The course will give children basic boating skills and introduce them to sailing, enabling them to have fun afloat. Open to children at least 6 years old, the course is conducted in Optimist and Topper dinghies on the sheltered waters of Redoubt Sailing Club and at Downs Sailing Club. Please note that each of the sessions will start with a brief Introduction/Practical session on the Friday evening.

 

Course:   Family Sailing Day

Dates:      Sat 19th July @ 1000hrs

Summary:     A fun Day afloat for all the family with many possibilities (depending on weather) including a picnic at Sandwich Bay, powerboat action, a “try a different boat” session, racing made simple and a treasure hunt afloat.

 

 

Course:   KSSA events

Dates:      Various

Summary: Various events run by the Kent Schools Sailing Association.

For further information please visit  www.kssa.co.uk

 

 
Key to Symbols:   *  indicates the event is only open to club members.

 

                              Å  indicates that places must be pre-booked.