Training

We are a Royal Yachting Association (RYA) approved training centre, and offer courses that lead to internationally-recognised RYA certificates. These courses are open to all members who have reached the age of 8 by the time lessons start.

As a part of the Clyde Cruising Club, we also provide a pathway to the wider world of yacht sailing and racing.

You can learn to sail or improve your skills on Bardowie Loch, with classes available for children  and adults in the following formats:

• Evening Classes – a block of lessons held in the evening, on Monday, Wednesday or Friday for beginners to advanced
• Summer School – daytime lessons over five days, which can be a great introduction for beginners or a chance for experienced sailors to improve their technique

For 2024 the evening classes were £120 for a 10-lesson block, while summer school was £165 for a week block of 5 daytime sessions. Prices may increase for 2025. Both require annual membership to be paid (individual and family options are available).

See the currently available classes here. To book onto a course you will need to create an account and login.

If you have questions about sailing lessons or training generally, have a look through the FAQ, get in touch or feel free to come down to the club for a chat when it is open (weekday evenings from April to October are best) and ask for the steward. You can also check the club calendar for the next open day (typically late April or May).

Other organizations which use our facilities for training include the University of Glasgow Sailing Club, the University of Strathclyde Sailing Club and Glasgow Sea Cadets.