The Training Centre

The Club runs fun and informative training courses in sailing, windsurfing, paddle boarding and power boating. Courses range from two hour taster sessions to see if you like the sport, through to full two day courses which give you a recognised RYA qualification. 

Courses are for both juniors and adults and if you have your own craft we can arrange individual coaching on a 1:1 basis.

We closely partner with Northampton Sailability, who promote boating for people with disabilities. Sailability are a specialist RYA accredited training centre, and you can find out more about them at northamptonsailability.org.uk.

Taster Sessions

Taster sessions are approximately two hours long and comprise of a brief introduction to the sport and equipment before going afloat on our beautiful reservoir.  These sessions are a great way to try the sport for the first time and are a great gift idea for anyone looking for something a little different!

RYA Courses

For those keen to progress their skills we offer RYA courses in sailing, windsurfing and power boating.  Courses run over two days, taking you through the RYA practical and theory syllabus.

1:1 Sessions

If you have not sailed for a while, or, have a specific area of the sport you want to hone your skills in, one-to-one coaching sessions could be just right for you. Just give us a call to discuss your aims and have a one-to-one training session tailored to your needs.

NSC and all its instructors hold RYA accreditation to ensure we work to high standards of teaching and safety.

The club has wetsuits which you can borrow, but you may prefer to bring your own. You do need to bring your own footwear which you do not mind getting wet, an old pair of trainers will do. We have showers available for use after your sessions so do bring a towel.

There are caterers on site most Sundays, other days you will need to bring a packed lunch. We have a limited selection of hot drinks and squashes so you may prefer to bring your own beverage.

Members can hire dinghies, windsurfers and paddle boards at very competitive prices.

If you would like more information about the sailing club courses our lead instructor Alex Gibbons deals with enquiries and also delivers many of the courses herself together with our training team. Courses are open to non-members but a benefit of membership is discounted courses pricing.

Contact Alex at training@northamptonsailingclub.org or 01604 880248, Option 1.

Training Pricing can be found here.