RYA Dinghy Techniques
Author: Jeremy Evans
Publisher:
Published: 2011
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9781906435431
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RYA Foiling
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Publisher:
Published: 2019-03
Total Pages:
ISBN-13: 9781910017258
DOWNLOAD EBOOKRYA National Sailing Scheme Instructor Handbook (G-G14)
Author: Royal Yachting Association
Publisher: Royal Yachting Association
Published: 2021-06-10
Total Pages: 312
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe RYA National Sailing Scheme Instructor Handbook is a resource for anyone wanting to teach sailing in dinghies, keelboats, or multihull, using the RYA's famous method. This new eBook edition covers comprehensively all of the information that an RYA Instructor needs to know, both on and off the water. As well as detailing the instructing and coaching qualifications that are available, and explaining how sailors learn, this eBook shows how to teach and coach the theoretical aspects and practical sessions of the RYA National Sailing Scheme. The information is backed up by new illustrations, videos and animations, and a clear, colourful design. RYA Instructors both experienced and new will find this an invaluable addition to their collection. Accessibility Screen Reader Friendly: Yes Accessibility Summary: This publication conforms to WCAG 2.0 Level AA. Long descriptions are present. Accessibility Features: Images have alternate text Images have long descriptions Book has table of contents Accessibility Hazards: None Accessibility Conformance: WCAG 2.0 AA Self-Certified by: Royal Yachting Association
Dinghy Sailing
Author: Sarah Ell
Publisher: Stackpole Books
Published: 2002
Total Pages: 100
ISBN-13: 9780811724746
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe perfect resource for getting started with small boats.
Rya Laser Handbook
Author: Paul Goodison
Publisher:
Published: 2008
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9781905104659
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe most up-to-date book on this very popular class. Lots of colour photographs and illustrations make this book a 'must' for anyone interested in Lasers. Detailed chapters on manoeuvring, upwind and downwind technique, care and maintenance, body weight and nutrition and sailing theory..
RYA Safety Boat Handbook (G-G16)
Author: Royal Yachting Association
Publisher: Royal Yachting Association
Published: 2018-10-23
Total Pages: 221
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe RYA Safety Boat Handbook aims to provide up to date advice to anyone providing Safety Boat back up and was written to accompany the RYA Safety Boat Course. It outlines all the practical techniques, expert advice and tips needed by Safety Boat crew. The format makes it quick and easy to use. Some of the content includes: Safety Boat checklist Recovering people from the water The crew and equipment First aid This book takes advantage of Google's accessibility features (https://support.google.com/accessibility/android/answer/6006564?hl=en-GB).
The Psychology of Sailing for Dinghies and Keelboats
Author: Ian Brown
Publisher: A&C Black
Published: 2011-03-15
Total Pages: 129
ISBN-13: 1408124475
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe Psychology of Racing for Dinghies and Keelboats is an inspirational practical guide to mind training for racing sailors. Aimed at aspiring dinghy sailors as well as yacht racers, the style is light, friendly and conversational - designed to inspire, guide and promote positive analytical thinking among racers of all levels, with the aim of helping them find the inner resolve and mental strength required to be a winner. Packed with tables, tick boxes and exercises as well as thought-provoking quotes from successful international sailors, it is delightfully free of psychobabble and tedious theory - a really practical guide that will be invaluable to all racers of all levels and abilities.
Dinghy Sailing
Author: Barry Pickthall
Publisher: *Wiley Nautical
Published: 2009-04-07
Total Pages: 192
ISBN-13: 9780470697542
DOWNLOAD EBOOKDinghy Sailing: Start to Finish is a complete reference for every level of sailor whether you are a beginner and need a straightforward, easy-to-understand guide or are taking your sailing to the next level and looking for the professional tips and tricks that will get you sailing faster, better, safer and having more fun. It includes single-handed dinghies through to planing speed craft. Full colour with 150 fantastic, clear illustrations and 150 photographs, Dinghy Sailing: Start to Finish gives the reader a thorough, complete and visual guide to life on the water. Packed with expert advice from the professionals at UKSA, the book covers: Basic Principles Parts of the boat - exploded illustrations of a dinghy and components How a boat sails - Sailing theory explained Points of sailing - Sailing a dinghy at different angles to the wind Choosing a dinghy - Types of boat and their suitability Preparing to sail - Safety afloat, practical clothing, rigging to launching. Knots and Ropes - Practical illustrations for basic knots and splices Transporting dinghies -Road trailer to roof racks Sailing for the first time - Balance, sail trim Rowing and paddling Rules of the road - Avoiding other boats, Rights of way, Basic racing rules Understanding tides and currents Weather forecasting - How to spot tell-tale signs of change in wind and weather Basic Techniques Tacking Gybing Beating to windward Reaching Running Spinnaker handling Capsize and recovery Returning to shore Packing the dingy away Maintenance Advanced Dinghy Sailing High performance dinghies and catamarans Trapezing Asymmetric spinnakers - Setting, handling and gybing Singlehanded sailing - dinghies and catamarans Tuning - dinghies and catamarans Heavy weather sailing - dinghies and catamarans The Basics of Racing The start - Practical lessons and rules explained First leg tactics - Practical lessons and rules explained Reaching - Practical lessons and rules explained Running - Practical lessons and rules explained Glossary of Terms
Learn to Sail in a Weekend
Author: John Driscoll
Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Published: 1996
Total Pages: 95
ISBN-13: 9780751302813
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe Learn in a Weekend series is a unique concept for busy people. With the help of an expert coach you can learn a sport or hobby in the shortest possible time. Tackle the techniques and master the skills of dinghy sailing with this highly visual hour-by-hour guide.
RYA Yacht Sailing Techniques (G-G94)
Author: Royal Yachting Association
Publisher: Royal Yachting Association
Published: 2023-06-01
Total Pages: 493
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThousands of hours are required to build up experience afloat and there will always be more things to learn. In the meantime, this book will help start the ball rolling, building expertise by providing a basic overview of yacht sailing techniques which should be enhanced by the RYA's Competent Crew and Day Skipper courses. RYA Yacht Sailing Techniques is the perfect companion for any skipper or crew looking for the basic skills to enjoy cruising in good conditions. Contents include: The layout and equipment on a small to medium sized yacht The essential safety information that all need to know before getting underway Basic maintenance Manoeuvring in a marina Handling under sail Anchoring and mooring Man overboard rescue strategy This will provide you with enough information to enjoy relaxed yacht cruising in favourable conditions with a family, particularly for flotilla or bareboat holidays. That means fair weather, light to moderate winds, little or no tide, a quiet sailing area, easily assessed navigational hazards, well protected anchorages with good holding and uncrowded marinas. Specific recommendations are made throughout the book to RYA courses and books for those who wish to increase their knowledge and expertise to higher levels. Accessibility Screen Reader Friendly: Yes Accessibility Summary: This publication conforms to WCAG 2.0 Level AA. Long descriptions are present. Accessibility Features: Images have alternate text Images have long descriptions Book has table of contents Accessibility Hazards: None Accessibility Conformance: WCAG 2.0 AA Self-Certified by: Royal Yachting Association
