The Marina Centre, Malahide
Co. Dublin, Ireland
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DINGHY SAILING

COURSES : INSTRUCTOR : ON THE DAY : DIRECTIONS : PREPARATION

Important Announcement

Unfortunately DMG Sailsports will not be offering our dinghy sailing courses for the 2011 season. I would like to thank Malahide Yacht Club and all our customers for their support over the past few years and I hope that we will be able to return and offer the quality of tuition and equipment we pride ourselves on in the coming years.

For a full list of accredited sailing schools in Dublin and around the country see the sailing page in the training section of the ISA website.

We will continue to offer our personalised coaching to those who already have their own boats and are loooking to improve their skills for information and bookings contact the office on 01-8456946 or email info@dmgsailsports.com

TRAINING COURSES

BECOME AN INSTRUCTOR

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ON THE DAY

  • All safety equipment and course notes are provided, but for your own comfort we advise you to bring the following:
  • Oilskins or rain gear
  • Soft rubber soled foot wear that can get wet (i.e. wellies or old runners)
  • Plenty of warm clothing including woolly hat and gloves
  • Sun cream and sun glasses
  • Change of clothing (in case of very bad weather)
  • Towel (there are showers and changing facilities in the Marina Centre)
  • Read and approve the terms & conditions contained in your booking confirmation email/letter
  • Existing log book & certs (if applicable)

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PREPARATION
  • Check the Weather
    • Know what the conditions are like, or are forecast to be, before you go - pay attention to the wind speed, wind direction, air and water temperature and be prepared. See the Met Éireann map in the right column of this page and link to latest forecasts and conditions. You can also get forecasts from Weatherdial 1550 123 588; Teletext; Irish Coast Guard Weather Forecasts VHF Channel 16.
  • Tide Check
    • Check how the tides will affect your sailing. EasyTide provides up to date tidal predictions.
  • Equipment and clothing check. Make sure your boat is in good condition and that our clothing is appropriate and according to safety guidelines.
  • Know the Rules of the Road!
    • Primary role of the rules is to prevent collisions. For more info on racing rules call the ISA on 01-2800239.
      • Port tack gives way to starboard tack
      • Windward boat keeps clear of leeward boat
      • An overtaking boat must always keeps clear
  • If you capsize, never let go of your boat.
  • Click here for details on more safety guidelines for Dinghy Sailing as outlined by the Irish Water Safety.
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