Kids OnBoard at Low Wood Watersports Centre

The OnBoard scheme, devised by the Royal Yachting Association (RYA), is designed to introduce young people aged between 8 and 18 to the excitement and challenges of dinghy sailing.  Earlier this year Low Wood Watersports Centre joined the scheme and the first course started in April, with an introductory dinghy sailing course.  Lead instructor, Gary Lanigan said, ‘It was amazing how quickly we developed a fun and friendly atmosphere. It was a real joy to see the kids growing in confidence, starting to sail really well, and, on the warmer evenings, becoming capsize experts!’  The Centre established their OnBoard Club on Friday evenings which enables the young people to continue sailing on a regular basis.   Further details on the next OnBoard course are available from Gary at the Watersports Centre.