Fleet and District U3A Sailing Group 2014 Introduction Fleet U3A Sailing group meets every Thursday between May and September at Horseshoe Lake in Yateley. We have a mix of beginners, people who had done a little bit of sailing in the past but nothing recent, people who had qualified at RYA Level 2 with Fleet U3A, and more experienced members. This year we are fortunate enough to have some fully qualified Royal Yachting Association (RYA) instructors among our members, so we hope that we will be able to carry out our own assessments leading to the formal RYA sailing qualifications, as well as just having fun going out on the water. We sail in Wayfarers which we hire from the Activity Centre. Members go out in the Wayfarers with more experienced U3A people who have at least the RYA Level 2 qualification. This year, we have also been offered the opportunity to use a couple of Topazs and a couple of Lasers. Fleet U3A Sailing Group is open to members of any U3A branch and we currently have members from Wokingham, Bracknell Forest, Woking, Maidenhead and Hartley Wintney as well as Fleet. Meeting dates We meet every Thursday from 10am to about 1pm between May 2014 to September 2014. May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 June 5, 12, 19, 26 July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 August 7, 14, 21, 28 September 4, 11, 18, 25 Depending on numbers, we may alternate Beginners and Improvers later in the year, but at the start everyone is welcome. It would probably be possible to go on into October if members are keen on this – we will decide later in the year. (Issue 2 - 5 April 2014) Page 1 of 5 Fleet and District U3A Sailing Group 2014 Cost The cost for each day is a flat rate of £10. This is an excellent deal, which we have managed to negotiate with the centre, and is normally considerably cheaper than the standard hire cost. Please bring the money in cash. The money is collected each week by the U3A Group Leader (or nominated deputy) and is paid direct to the centre without going through the U3A books. The cost is irrespective of the number of people who turn up and the number of boats that we use. Of course you will only pay if you are going out on the water. We normally have two sessions of one and a half hours each, less a little time for getting the boats out and putting them away. The number in each boat will depend on how many people are there and the weather. Again, depending on numbers, you may occasionally be able to go out for both sessions (if you have the energy for that). In all cases, the cost remains the same. As we do not meet in one of the ‘normal’ U3A venues, the normal £1.00 fee is not payable. Clothing The Wayfarer is a reasonably stable boat but you cannot eliminate the possibility that you will capsize and get tipped in the water, so you must bring a complete change of clothes and a towel with you. What clothing to wear on the day for sailing will depend on the weather and time of year. You will have time to change before going afloat. Please note the water can be very cold and the weather as always in the UK can be changeable. When packing your bag remember it is always easier to take a layer of clothing off. A shower and changing rooms are available at Horseshoe Lake. • Soft sole shoes / Trainers to wear in the boat (no Wellingtons) These are in addition to your dry footwear – barefoot is not an option • Warm outdoor wear, thermals, fleeces, gloves, scarf • 1 pair of trousers • 1 Pair of shorts (if warm weather) • Attach something to your glasses to stop them coming off and falling in the water. The RYA recommends thermal or fleece clothing for inner layers, and avoiding cotton items (e.g. jeans), which are cold to wear when damp. However, there is no need to buy special clothing and some of us sail in jeans – if you get wet you can always go in and change. (Issue 2 - 5 April 2014) Page 2 of 5 Fleet and District U3A Sailing Group 2014 The “small print” Sailing like all sports is not totally risk free. It is the responsibility of all sailors to act at all times with the safety of themselves and of all other sailors foremost in their minds. All sailors must wear adequate personal buoyancy at all times when on the boats or on the jetty. Buoyancy aids and protective helmets are freely available from the activity centre. Please note that you should cover any blisters or cuts before arrival to reduce the chance of Weill’s disease. In order to ensure third party insurance cover from U3A, you must be a member of a U3A group; it doesn’t matter which U3A – it doesn’t have to be Fleet U3A. The Group Leader must see the membership card to confirm membership. Note that the sailing season does not correspond with the normal Fleet U3A year, so May to August is the U3A 2012-2013 year and September on is 2013-2014. You need to be a member for whichever sessions you attend. You will need to complete the ‘Personal Information’ form at the end of this leaflet and hand it to the Group Leader at the first meeting you attend. Two of our members who gained RYA Level 2 with the Sailing Group in 2013 Calm sunny days! (Issue 2 - 5 April 2014) Page 3 of 5 Fleet and District U3A Sailing Group 2014 Contact information Group Leader: Sailing centre: (Issue 2 - 5 April 2014) Tim Lyons Phone: Mobile: email: (01252) 624412 07740 001179 [email protected] Freetime Leisure Watersports Ltd. Horseshoe Lake Activity Centre Mill Lane Sandhurst Berkshire GU47 8JW Tel: 01252 871808 Website: http://horseshoelakeactivitycentre.co.uk Page 4 of 5 Fleet and District U3A Sailing Group 2014 Personal Information Name U3A and Membership Number Address Postcode Email Contact Number Emergency Contact details Emergency Contact Name Emergency Contact Mobile Emergency Contact Landline Sailing Guidelines Sailing like all sports is not totally risk free. It is the responsibility of all sailors to act at all times with the safety of themselves and of all other sailors foremost in their minds. All sailors should wear appropriate clothing and footwear. All sailors must wear adequate personal buoyancy at all times when on the boats and on the jetty. Buoyancy aids and protective helmets are available to all sailors free of charge. All sailing activities are undertaken at your own risk. I Agree to the above Signature Date (Issue 2 - 5 April 2014) Page 5 of 5
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