A beginner's guide to learning the fundamentals of dinghy sailing.
Welcome to Dinghy Sailing 101. Whether you've never stepped into a sailboat or simply want to strengthen your sailing fundamentals, this course will guide you through the essential skills needed to become a confident dinghy sailor.
The lessons are designed to be completed in sequence. Each lesson builds upon the previous one, so we recommend following the course in order from beginning to end.
Course Syllabus
- Introduction to Sailing
- Wind and Points of Sail
- Parts of a Dinghy
- Tacking
- Sail Trim
- Gybing
- Safety
- Capsize Recovery
- Launching
- Landing
- Exam