NEXT COURSE:
(This is a two day course)
Please see 2026 dates listed above for courses in August & September
Sessions: 9am - 5pm x 2 sessions
Level 2 2026 price: £255 (16 hours) Plus RYA books
Location: Piddinghoe Lake, Cedar Lane BN9 9AX.
Please email if you have any questions: info@thebrightonwatersports.co.uk or click 'ADD TO CART' for booking online.
RYA LEVEL 2 DINGHY SAILING
Course pre requisites Level 2
- 16 years plus
- Must be able to swim.
- Level 1 sailing ability
What to bring
- Bring a water bottle, hot drinks provided.
- Suitable footwear- old trainers, wetsuits boots/shoes (no flipflops or crocs)
- Wetsuit and buoyancy aid if you have, or we can provide.
- Windproof jacket and trousers.
- Warm base layers to change into.
Understanding the RYA level 2 Sailing Course:
The level 2 course is the next step, setting out the foundations of sailing for you, sailing ability along with theoretical knowledge is assumed to be up to level 1 standard. The course consists of rigging a dinghy with minimal help, understanding how to launch a boat in different wind directions, and learning standard sailing manoeuvres. The course also covers essential safety knowledge to be used when sailing. Once level 2 has been achieved the sailor will be able to sail and make decisions on and off the water in good conditions. Next stage level 3 and/or race training.
RYA Level two Course content
- Rigging
- launching and Rigging
- Improved sailing in all directions.
- Capsize recovery
- essential safety knowledge.
Blue Green Algae Notice
Blue Green Algae is found in most UK inland waterways and can be found in Piddinghoe Lake. While usually harmless, seasonal peaks can cause visible symptoms. Brighton Watersports monitors water quality closely; if tests show any issues near your booking, we will notify you with guidance. Click here for more information
