LOWER MOOR WATER ACTIVITIES FIELD GUIDE
Windward Confidence: Two Days of RYA Stage 2 Youth Sailing at Lower Moor
A focused, two-day RYA Youth Sailing Stage 2 course for 8–15 year olds at Aztec Adventure Lower Moor that sharpens tacking, gybing and boat control.
Windward Confidence: Two Days of RYA Stage 2 Youth Sailing at Lower Moor.
At Aztec Adventure Lower Moor, children aged 8–15 spend two full days on the water advancing beyond the basics: the Stage 2 RYA Youth Sailing course builds competence on all points of sail while teaching tacking, gybing, ropework and collision-avoidance under trained, DBS-checked instructors.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Two-day, skills-focused Stage 2 syllabus
This is a concentrated 2-day Stage 2 course that develops sailing skills on all points of sail and continues progression from the Start Sailing Stage 1 standard.
Tacking, gybing and ropework
Students practise tacking and gybing, improve boat control and speed, and learn practical ropework and collision-avoidance and course navigation techniques.
Trained instructors and safety emphasis
All tuition and equipment are provided by trained, DBS-checked instructors with a clear focus on building confidence and safe on-water behaviour.
What the day feels like
What the two-day course feels like
Each day is a hands-on progression: sailors meet at the centre, rig boats and move quickly into coached on-water sessions where tacking, gybing and manoeuvre practice are repeated until competence and confidence grow. The aim is measurable improvement in boat control, speed and seamanship across both days.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this course suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Weather-appropriate clothing; waterproofs if needed; spare change of clothes; old trainers or wetsuit boots (or suitable sailing footwear); packed lunch and water bottle; warm hat or sun hat, sun cream, and a towel.
Sturdy, non-slip footwear suitable for wet conditions and layered clothing that can get wet; organisers advise waterproofs and a spare set of clothes.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What ages is the Stage 2 course for?
The course is for children aged 8–15 years.
How long is the course and what are the daily times?
This is a two-day course; each day runs 09:30–16:00.
What prior experience is required?
Participants should have sailing skills to the standard of RYA Start Sailing Stage 1 before attending Stage 2.
Can I drop my child off and watch from shore?
Yes — the course is set up for morning drop-off and afternoon collection, and parents and spectators can watch from the lake.
Is equipment and instruction provided?
All activity equipment and tuition are provided by the centre's trained, DBS-checked instructors.
Are there weight restrictions?
There is a maximum weight limit of 120 kg (18 stone) per participant.