RYA First Aid
Our one-day RYA First Aid Course covers all the usual first aid subjects, but from a boating perspective. It is aimed at anyone who goes afloat, whether on inland waters, rivers, estuaries or on cross channel passages. It provides the perfect opportunity to gain this valuable and practical qualification.
Ideal for sailors of all kinds — including those working towards their Coastal Skipper Yachtmaster or Advanced Powerboat certification.
RYA Essential Navigation & Seamanship - Online
The Essential Navigation and Seamanship Course is an interactive course.
A basic introduction to navigation and safety for anyone new to boating: sailors, powerboaters, sea anglers, divers and boat masters. Also useful for experienced dinghy and keelboat sailors and inshore racers. It is the perfect stepping stone to the more in-depth Day Skipper and Yacht master theory course.
Simon Leek Trophy 2025
Youth Winter Series - Easter Regatta
Join us for the CBYC Youth Winter Series Easter Regatta on April 4th.
Whether you're new to racing or a seasoned sailor, we have a fleet for you. The Training fleet is a great way to get involved in your first event, with a coach providing a pre-sailing breifing before both sessions afloat and feedback during the races. If you require a boat for the event, we have some available to be booked via the booking link. Junior and Youth fleets are open to a range of classes, inviting those with some racing experience to compete against each other on a handicap system.
The intended format for the day will be 3 races afloat in the morning, sailors will come ashore for lunch, 3 races in the afternoon.
Entries are now open for all events and boat hire is also available via the entry link.
https://www.cognitoforms.com/CardiffBayYachtClub1/CBYCYouthWinterSeriesEntry
Youth Winter Series - Valentines Regatta
Join us for the CBYC Youth Winter Series Valentines Regatta on Faebruary 14th.
Whether you're new to racing or a seasoned sailor, we have a fleet for you. The Training fleet is a great way to get involved in your first event, with a coach providing a pre-sailing breifing before both sessions afloat and feedback during the races. If you require a boat for the event, we have some available to be booked via the booking link. Junior and Youth fleets are open to a range of classes, inviting those with some racing experience to compete against each other on a handicap system.
The intended format for the day will be 3 races afloat in the morning, sailors will come ashore for lunch, 3 races in the afternoon.
Entries are now open for all events and boat hire is also available via the entry link.
https://www.cognitoforms.com/CardiffBayYachtClub1/CBYCYouthWinterSeriesEntry
Congratulations to Gracie Allsopp
A huge congratulations to Gracie, who delivered a fantastic performance at the IOCA End of Season Championships held at Parkstone Yacht Club.
The event saw around 170 sailors from across the UK, with 100 in the main fleet, where Gracie secured an impressive 7th overall and was 1st Girl an outstanding result in a highly competitive national field.
This marks a brilliant finish to the season, with Gracie bringing home some well-earned trophies and recognition. A special touch to her victory the trophy she won bears the name of Hannah Mills, Olympic sailor and SailGP competitor, who was the inspiration for Gracie when she first began sailing.
Well done, Gracie a fantastic achievement and a proud moment for both her and the club!
Keelboat Sailing
Keelboats are the largest type of small sailing boats and are typically crewed by two or more people. Thanks to the weighted keel beneath the hull, they offer greater stability and are less prone to capsizing than dinghies or multihulls. This also makes them a drier and more comfortable option for learners.
While they share many of the same controls as dinghies, keelboats also include additional equipment commonly found on larger yachts, such as winches. This makes them an excellent stepping stone between small boats and cruising yachts — ideal for beginners looking to build confidence and skills.
Explore our keelboat courses below and take the next step in your sailing journey.
Adult Dinghy Sailing
Learning to sail in a dinghy is a fantastic way to get started.
Single-handers — boats designed for one person — are a popular choice for beginners. They’re lightweight, easy to rig and launch, and offer a fast-track route to building confidence on the water.
Once you’ve mastered the basics, you can continue to grow your skills with our advanced and racing courses.
Explore our dinghy courses below and take the next step in your sailing adventure.
Youth Dinghy Sailing
Dinghies offer a fantastic introduction to sailing.
Our Youth Sailing courses are designed to help children progress quickly from complete beginners to confident sailors — all within a safe, supportive, and fun environment.