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OUTLINE OF
TRAINING COURSES
INDEX TO COURSES
For Course Dates and Fees please click
the link - above left.
ON THE WATER COURSES
Instructors
All on the water courses are taken by
qualified RYA Instructors. These instructors may be assisted
by assistant instructors who are working towards their full
instructor qualification. All instructors hold a valid first
aid certificate but we do not intend that they should demonstrate
their skills!
Overseeing and responsible for the
courses is an RYA Senior Instructor.
All TSTA instructors and others
assisting in the running of the on the water courses are volunteers
and receive no fees for the tuition they provide.
Introduction to Sailing Course
This TSTA course is aimed at the
beginner and can lead to the award of a RYA Dinghy Level 1
qualification.
The RYA Dinghy Level 1 begins at the beginning!
No previous sailing knowledge or experience is required.
You will learn how to rig and sail a
boat in all
directions and have an awareness of launching and recovering a small
boat. When you attain Level 1 you will have the skills
to sail in light winds, under supervision.
To help introduce
novices to sailing, the TSTA even has its own specially designed
land drill boat the "Corporal Jones". This enables
novices to learn the skills of tacking and gybing,
with out fear of getting wet!
Once afloat, the dinghies used by the TSTA are ideal
for learning to sail.
One
of the TSTA RS Feva dinghies named after a navigation mark on the
River Tay.
Improvers Course
This course is designed as a natural
progression for those who have completed the Introduction to Sailing
Course or for those who would like to build on previous experience.
This course can lead to the award of a
RYA Dinghy Level 2 qualification. The course will enable you to
improve your sailing and decision making skills in good weather and sea conditions. Capsize recovery and essential safety
procedures are features of this course.
For details of this year's
courses please click the "Dates and Fees" link - above left.
Safety on the Water
When on the water, all
students must wear a buoyancy aid. These, together with
waterproof clothing, can be provided by the TSTA. At
this time the TSTA do not provide wet suits or footwear.
You will be advised what items of clothing to bring in your course
joining instructions.
When students are on the
water, a safety boat is always present, crewed by persons trained in
safety and rescue techniques.
However, as with all
outdoor activities, there are some physical demands that are
inherent in the sport. If you are concerned about your
suitability to participate, then please email
training@taysail.org with
your contact details and someone will get back to you.
Life after Dinghy Level 2
After you attain your Level 2
Certificate - then what? Well you can go and buy your own
boat and do your own thing or perhaps find a crewing position on
boats sailing on the River Tay from Broughty Ferry, Tayport or Wormit. A
yacht marina is also established at Arbroath.
TSTA course participants are welcome to
have the continued use of the TSTA dinghies and the facilities of
the RTYC, providing they become members of the RTYC. There are
procedures covering the use of the TSTA boats and a charge is made to
cover the running expenses.
Further details of all the opportunities
open to you will be explained on your sailing course.
Powerboat Level 2
This course follows the RYA syllabus and
aims to offer practical instruction and the theory behind boat
handling, basic navigation and safety on the water. This
course includes the tidal water endorsement.
The course is of two days duration and
incorporates the syllabus for Powerboat Level 1. Persons
attending require no prior experience or knowledge of powerboats.
The course is open to all persons of 12 years and over.
However, person 16 years and under are issued with a restricted
certificate requiring them to be under the supervision of a
competent adult when operating a powerboat.
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The Alexander Moncur
used by the TSTA for Level 2 and Safety Boat Courses.
Persons holding this certificate are
able to apply for an International Certificate of Competency for
Powercraft.
Powerboat Level 2 Assessment
Persons with experience of operating
powerboats are not required to attend a course and can elect to have
a Level 2 Direct Assessment.
Candidates for assessment should have
the equivalent of one full season's powerboat handling experience.
The assessment will involve a candidate demonstrating their
boat handling skills in a set of manoeuvres.
Candidates will also be required to satisfactorily answer questions
including those on engine checks and procedures, weather, emergency
actions, communications and basic navigation and relevant collision
regulations.
Safety Boat
This 2 day course is designed for
experience powerboat handlers who wish to gain the qualification
required for rescue and fleet control. This is an important
award for those giving rescue cover at sailing clubs or teaching
sailing.
Some sailing experience is useful prior
to attending this course.
SHOREBASED COURSES
The majority of shore based courses are
held over the Autumn / Winter months. Check for Dates
and Fees by clicking the link - above left.
Yachtmaster Theory
This is a certificated theory course
with written exams. It is for the more experienced sailors
with an understanding of the principles covered in the RYA Day
Skipper theory course.
Previous experience of boating and
chartwork is essential.
The course is normally run for several
weeks over Saturdays or Sundays.
The award of a full Yachtmaster
Certificate also involves a practical examination and candidates require proof of sea time.
Full details of Yachtmaster certification requirements can be obtained from the RYA.
Information and contact details are available at
www.rya.org.uk .
The RTYC's Training Room
Day Skipper Theory
This course provides a sound
introduction to navigation, chartwork and other aspects of boating.
This course follows the RYA syllabus and on successful completion of
a written exam leads to the award of a Day Skipper Shorebased
Certificate.
The course is normally run for several
weeks over either Saturdays or Sundays. Additional tuition is
normally available outside the normal course times.
Short Range Certificate - Radio
This is a one day course and is required
for all potential yachtmasters / coastal skippers.
It is also recommended that all craft
operating on tidal waters, where a dedicated rescue boat is not
available, should carry a VHF set and have onboard at least one
person licensed to operated the equipment.
This course includes training and
assessment in the use of VHF DSC equipment.
The fee for this course includes a payment to the RYA who issue
the Maritime Radio Operator Certificate of Competence - Short Range.
First Aid
After this one day course you will have the ability to understand
and apply basic first aid. The course includes
resuscitation techniques for yachtsmen, treatment for hypothermia
and required actions in the event of other medical emergencies
onboard a boat.
If it is many years since you were last on a first aid course, this
course acts as a good refresher.
All Instructors must hold a valid First Aid Certificate.
Certificates are normally valid for three years.
Diesel Engine Maintenance
This "hands on" one day course is a must for all sailors who venture
to sea in diesel driven boats.
The course will provide you with an awareness of the main systems of
a marine diesel engine and the ability to take simple measures to
prevent mechanical breakdown at sea and rectify defects which do not
require workshop support.
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