RYA Level 2 Sailing

at Cobnor Activities Centre
Chichester Available from Fri 25 Sept to Sat 26 Sept

Book RYA Level 2 Sailing & build your confidence on the water

Ready to take your sailing skills up a level? RYA Level 2 Sailing at Cobnor Activities Centre is a two-day course for sailors who have completed RYA Adult Level 1 and want to become more independent on the water.

  • Develop stronger boat-handling skills with expert RYA tuition
  • Learn how to rig and launch a sailing boat
  • Practise sailing in all directions, including close-hauled, reach and run
  • Build practical capsize-recovery skills
  • Make sailing decisions and improve your control in good conditions
  • Earn an RYA certification following successful completion of the course

RYA Level 2 Sailing course details

  • Age: Suitable for ages 16+
  • Duration: Two days
  • Times: 09:00–16:30 each day
  • Prerequisite: RYA Adult Level 1
  • Recommended experience: At least 20 hours of sailing within the previous 12 months, excluding the RYA Level 1 course
  • Location: Cobnor Activities Centre, Cobnor Point, Chidham, West Sussex, PO18 8TE
  • Equipment: Wetsuits, buoyancy aids and waterproofs are included
  • Course material: RYA Logbook G4 included

Develop your sailing skills in Chichester Harbour

RYA Level 2 Sailing is the next step in the RYA Adult Sailing Scheme following Level 1. It is designed to help you build on the basics, sharpen your technique and become a more confident sailor.

Across two practical days, you will prepare and launch your boat before developing your ability to sail in different directions. You will practise close-hauled sailing, reaching and running while learning how to make better decisions on the water.

The course also covers capsize recovery, giving you the practical skills and safety knowledge needed to respond calmly and correctly. Expert instructors will help you improve your boat control, handling and independence throughout the course.

What will you learn during RYA Level 2 Sailing?

  • How to rig and launch a sailing boat
  • How to sail close-hauled, on a reach and on a run
  • Practical capsize-recovery techniques
  • How to improve boat control and handling
  • How to make appropriate sailing decisions in good conditions
  • How to sail and handle a boat safely with greater independence

By the end of the course, successful participants should be able to rig and launch a boat, sail confidently in all directions and complete a capsize recovery. You will also develop the confidence to make decisions under supervision and sail independently in moderate conditions.

Pack your lunch, bring your previous sailing experience and get ready for two full days of hands-on learning in Chichester Harbour.

Location

Cobnor Activities Centre

Cobnor Point,
Chidham,
Chichester,
West Sussex,
PO18 8TE
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How to find us

Cobnor Activities Centre is located at Cobnor Point, Chidham, West Sussex, PO18 8TE.

  • By car: From Chichester, follow the A259 westbound towards Bosham and turn left into Chidham Lane shortly after The Bosham Inn. From the west, follow the A259 towards Chidham and continue to Chidham Lane. Use PO18 8TE for your sat nav and follow the centre's signs on approach.
  • By train: The nearest railway stations are Bosham and Nutbourne. Cobnor Activities Centre is not within a convenient walking distance of either station, so arrange a taxi or onward transport before travelling.
  • By bus: Local bus services run along the A259 through the Chidham and Bosham area. The centre is some distance from the main road, so check current routes and arrange onward travel before your visit.
  • By foot: Cobnor Activities Centre is on the Chidham Peninsula and can be reached using local footpaths. An accessible coastal path also runs towards Cobnor Point, but visitors should plan their route before setting off.
Facilities
  • Accessible toilets
  • Accessible showers and changing facilities
  • Step-free access or lifts into all buildings
  • Concrete paths around the centre
  • Accessible coastal path to Cobnor Point
  • Washing and changing facilities
  • Outdoor seating area
  • Wi-Fi access
  • Complimentary tea and coffee facilities
  • Self-catering and group catering facilities
  • Fridges and freezers
  • Wetsuits, buoyancy aids and waterproofs provided for the course
More Info
What age is Cobnor Activities Centre suitable for?

Cobnor Activities Centre offers activities for children, young people and adults. Individual activities have specific age requirements, so please check the information on your chosen ticket before booking.

Do I need previous experience for Cobnor Activities Centre activities?

No. Many Cobnor Activities Centre sessions are suitable for beginners and include instruction from experienced staff.

What should I wear for Cobnor Activities Centre activities?

Visitors should wear comfortable clothing suitable for outdoor activity and weather conditions. Water-based activities may require spare clothes and a towel.

Can I book Keelboat Sailing, High Ropes and Paddlesport activities separately at Cobnor Activities Centre?

Yes. These activities are available as individual experiences and are booked separately through their respective ticket pages.

Are these the cheapest tickets for Cobnor Activities Centre?

Yes, we guarantee price match or better. If you can find them cheaper, we want to match it so please get in touch here.

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