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2026 Cadet Week 3 » 2026 Cadet Week 3

24th - 28 August

Please note that the club have updated their policies, including parental supervision - see https://ndyc.org/club/policies. Please make sure you and your young sailor have read the policies before Cadet week, filled in the Parental Consent (if 14yrs or older), and uploaded it to the qualifications section of your young sailor's NDYC account.

Please make sure you have filled in contact details etc for your young sailor, and uploaded any RYA certificates to their qualifications section.

Summary details - Level 1, 2 3 and Start Racing - Laser Race Training   For 8+ yr olds

Cost:  £200  + Membership (£51 Youth m'ship or £176 Family m'ship)

Stage 1, Oppie 8 & 10yr olds

Date                      Start                   Collect

Monday:                 

Tuesday:                

Wednesday:            

Thursday:               

Friday:                   

Price includes Friday BBQ for candidates

Awards at ......  RYA Stage 1, 2, 3 and Start Racing - Laser Race Training delivered over a full week, booking early is essential.  For 8+yr olds. No experience is necessary to book onto the Stage 1 course, Stage 1 is required to book onto Stage 2 and Stage 2 is required to book onto Stage 3.

What is the course?

After a weeks boating and theory you will be more confident and able when sailing a dinghy in light to moderate conditions. Exactly what you will do will be dependent upon the course you are taking. Those going for their Stage 1 will spend their week in the bigger boats with an instructor onboard, those on the Stage 2 course are likely to be in Pico's and Stage 3 candidates are likely to be in lasers or Feva's.

What should I bring?

In essence you will need, clothes for the shore, clothes for sailing, your logbook and a way to make notes etc. It is always colder on the water than on land and you may be wet for many hours so make sure you have enough. A full kit list is available here:

Please bring the following items to your course. 

  • Lunch, water and snacks.  Light refreshments will be available during bar hours. Water and snacks may be taken afloat with you or in the coach boat.  
  • Pen and paper. 
  • Your logbook if you have one. 
  • Buoyancy Aid if you have one. 
  • Hat (cap or winter warm) 
  • Sunscreen 
  • Sunglasses (with retainer)
  • Towel 
  • Dry change of clothes 
  • Old sneakers or water shoes.  Shoes must be closed toe and heel.  Flip flops are not allowed! 
  • Wetsuit or warm clothes and full waterproofs (you will get wet). 
  • Wind breaker or waterproof jacket 
  • Clothes appropriate for the weather of the day. It is much colder on the water so please dress over-warm, we can always put a layer in the coach boat. 

When and where do I need to be?

Please meet at the club in the training room (big blue double doors to the left of the main entrance).

Tickets

Start Racing - Laser Race Training member only
£200.00
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member only

Ready to Race? Turn Your Stage 4 Skills into Winning Performance!

Join our intensive 5-day RYA Start Racing course and discover the addictive thrill of competitive sailing! Whether you’re aiming for your Start Racing certification or already hold it and want to sharpen your edge, this course is your gateway to joining our thriving club Laser racing fleet.

Perfect for Stage 4 sailors who want to:

Master the tactical chess game of racing starts
Learn advanced boat handling under pressure
Decode racing rules and tactical decision-making
Build the confidence to join regular club racing

Our expert coaches don’t just teach racing theory – we’ll actively help you integrate into our established Laser fleet, connecting you with fellow racers and ensuring you feel ready to compete from day one. From perfecting your start sequence to reading wind shifts like a pro, you’ll develop the skills that separate recreational sailors from racers.
Two tracks, one incredible outcome:

New to racing? Work toward your RYA Start Racing certification
Already certified? Elevate your game with advanced coaching and tactical development

By course end, you won’t just have new skills – you’ll have a racing community waiting to welcome you every club night!

Prerequisites: Current RYA Stage 4 Dinghy certification

Ready to feel the rush of crossing that finish line first? Book now and join the racing family!

Guardians are encouraged to remain on site but must be contactable and available to get to the club at short notice in an emergency.

Please note that the club have updated their policies, including parental supervision – see https://ndyc.org/club/policies. Please make sure you and your young sailor have read the policies before Cadet week, filled in the Parental Consent (if 14yrs or older), and uploaded it to the qualifications section of your young sailor’s NDYC account.

Please make sure you have filled in contact details etc for your young sailor, and uploaded any RYA certificates to their qualifications section.

Stage 1 (Oppie) member only
£200.00
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member only

This ticket is for Children aged 8-10. Training will be completed in Optimist Dinghies. Guardians must be on site at all times. Finish times are likely to be flexible and may finish earlier than other groups depending on weather conditions.

Please note that the club have updated their policies, including parental supervision – see https://ndyc.org/club/policies. Please make sure you and your young sailor have read the policies before Cadet week, filled in the Parental Consent (if 14yrs or older), and uploaded it to the qualifications section of your young sailor’s NDYC account.

Please make sure you have filled in contact details etc for your young sailor, and uploaded any RYA certificates to their qualifications section.

Stage 4 (big boats) member only
£200.00
0
+
member only

This ticket is for Children aged 10-17 who hold their Stage 3 certificate. Training is likely to be completed in our larger dinghies – the Argos, Bahias or Omega. Guardians are encouraged to remain on site but must be contactable and available to get to the club at short notice in an emergency.

Please note that the club have updated their policies, including parental supervision – see https://ndyc.org/club/policies. Please make sure you and your young sailor have read the policies before Cadet week, filled in the Parental Consent (if 14yrs or older), and uploaded it to the qualifications section of your young sailor’s NDYC account.

Please make sure you have filled in contact details etc for your young sailor, and uploaded any RYA certificates to their qualifications section.

Stage 2 (Picos) member only
£200.00
0
+
member only

This ticket is for Children aged 10-17 who already hold a stage 1 certificate. Training is likely to be completed in our Pico’s usually with two per boat. Guardians are encouraged to remain on site but must be contactable and available to get to the club at short notice in an emergency.

Please note that the club have updated their policies, including parental supervision – see https://ndyc.org/club/policies. Please make sure you and your young sailor have read the policies before Cadet week, filled in the Parental Consent (if 14yrs or older), and uploaded it to the qualifications section of your young sailor’s NDYC account.

Please make sure you have filled in contact details etc for your young sailor, and uploaded any RYA certificates to their qualifications section.

Stage 3 (Lasers and Fevas) member only
£200.00
0
+
member only

This ticket is for Children aged 10-17 who already hold a stage 2 certificate. Training is likely to be completed in either our Laser or Feva dinghies. Guardians are encouraged to remain on site but must be contactable and available to get to the club at short notice in an emergency.

Please note that the club have updated their policies, including parental supervision – see https://ndyc.org/club/policies. Please make sure you and your young sailor have read the policies before Cadet week, filled in the Parental Consent (if 14yrs or older), and uploaded it to the qualifications section of your young sailor’s NDYC account.

Please make sure you have filled in contact details etc for your young sailor, and uploaded any RYA certificates to their qualifications section.

Stage 1 (big boats) member only
£200.00
0
+
member only

This ticket is for Children aged 10-17. Training is likely to be completed in our larger dinghies – the Argos, Bahias or Omega. Guardians are encouraged to remain on site but must be contactable and available to get to the club at short notice in an emergency.

Please note that the club have updated their policies, including parental supervision – see https://ndyc.org/club/policies. Please make sure you and your young sailor have read the policies before Cadet week, filled in the Parental Consent (if 14yrs or older), and uploaded it to the qualifications section of your young sailor’s NDYC account.

Please make sure you have filled in contact details etc for your young sailor, and uploaded any RYA certificates to their qualifications section.

Last updated 2:02am on 12 January 2026

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