TASTER SESSIONS

What to Bring?

Clothing: It is colder on the water than on land. We suggest you bring

· several layers (eg T-shirt + sweater + waterproof jacket and trousers)

· trousers (avoid jeans as they get very heavy and chilly when wet)

· trainers, or special footwear if you use it.

· sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat

· tie on for glasses, or spare contact lens

· set of spare clothing, shoes and a towel, in case you get soaked.

(nb we have waterproof jackets & trousers and buoyancy aids which you can borrow).

Snacks:

· We provide tea, coffee, water and biscuits

· You may like to bring a snack such as sandwiches as well

What happens when I arrive?

· We ask you to sign in. The sign-in sheet is in the Training Room.

· We will discuss with you how to use your taster sessions.

· You get to meet other sailors and volunteers

How do I know what boat to sail in and what I will be asked to do?

· The session’s Organiser will try hard to match your preferences and learning needs to the boats available. Your boat’s name and skipper will then be shown on the Movements Board outside the Training Room.

· You will then meet up with your boat’s skipper, and can talk through what to expect and what you will be doing in the boat