Learn to sail with confidence
Friendly, structured training for beginners, improvers and experienced sailors — with a supportive team and the River Tay on your doorstep.
Newburgh Sailing Club is an RYA affiliated club and recognised Royal Yachting Association Training Centre. We provide structured sailing and powerboat training for both children and adults in a supportive and relaxed environment. Our courses are suitable for complete beginners as well as sailors wishing to improve skills or gain qualifications. Training is delivered by qualified RYA instructors and supported by experienced volunteers and safety boat crews. You do not need any previous sailing experience to take part. Below is a selection of training courses we can offer and to enquire about anything please get in contact with us.
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Find the right training for you
Start with the basics, build on what you know or discover new ways to help on the water. Choose what sounds most like you.
Youth & beginner sailing
Build confidence, boat handling and independence in a welcoming environment.
RYA Youth Stages 1–4
Adult learn to sail
From your first time on the water to confident, independent sailing.
RYA Levels 1–3Progress & racing
Move on to seamanship, spinnakers, racing and advanced techniques.
Improvers · Racing
Powerboat, safety & instructing
Build skills that support sailors and help the club thrive.
Powerboat · First Aid · InstructorHow training works
Tell us your experience and interests. We’ll help you work out which training might suit you.
Qualified instructors, club volunteers and safety boat crews support organised sessions.
Progress into more independent sailing, club activities, racing or supporting others.
RYA courses and club training
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RYA Youth Stages 1–4Youth sailingThe Youth Sailing scheme is usually completed in small dinghies suitable for the size of the sa…
The Youth Sailing scheme is usually completed in small dinghies suitable for the size of the sailor. Our expert instructors offer a safe environment for children to have fun, learn and challenge themselves. For those aged 6 – 16
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- Stage 1 – Introduction to sailing ↗
- Stage 2 – Developing skills ↗
- Stage 3 – Building confidence ↗
- Stage 4 – Double-handed sailing ↗
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Ask us about this training →RYA Adult Levels 1–3Adult sailingThe National Sailing Scheme is a series of short courses, each run over a number of sessions or…
The National Sailing Scheme is a series of short courses, each run over a number of sessions or two full days. Progress quickly from beginner to expert in a controlled, safe and enjoyable environment. For those aged 16 +
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Ask us about this training →Advanced sailing & racingDevelop your skillsFollowing on from the early courses in both the National and Youth Sailing schemes, you can cho…
Following on from the early courses in both the National and Youth Sailing schemes, you can choose one of the advanced modules below to suit your sailing interests. All courses are available to both adults and young people.
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Ask us about this training →RYA PowerboatingOn-water skillsProvides the skills and background knowledge needed by the competent powerboat driver and is th…
Provides the skills and background knowledge needed by the competent powerboat driver and is the basis of the International Certificate of Competence.
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Ask us about this training →RYA First AidClub safetyOne day course specifically developed for water users and covers everything from CPR to head in…
One day course specifically developed for water users and covers everything from CPR to head injuries and cold water shock.
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Ask us about this training →Instructor TrainingSupport the next generationWe can organise instructor courses at the club (subject to sufficient numbers), or alternativel…
We can organise instructor courses at the club (subject to sufficient numbers), or alternatively advise of courses at other clubs or centres.
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Summer Training Week
The highlight of our sailing year Every summer Newburgh Sailing Club runs its annual Training Week — a five-day programme that brings together beginners, improvers and experienced sailors for a full week of learning, activity and fun on the water.
Throughout the week we run multiple RYA stages and levels at the same time, allowing sailors of all ages and abilities to take part. Some participants step into a boat for the very first time, while others work towards advanced skills and instructor pathways.
Training Week is open to both juniors and adults. Sailors are grouped by ability, not age, so everyone can learn at a pace that suits them and build confidence in a supportive environment.
Alongside the sailing courses, we also offer Assistant Instructor training, giving young sailors the opportunity to begin their journey towards becoming RYA instructors and club volunteers.
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