Back on the Water - 26th April
Published 11:38 on 16 Apr 2025
Our annual members' Back on the Water event, is coming up on 26th April.
With a group of coaches on hand to support both sailors and paddle boarders, plus Committee members to provide walk throughs, this event is perfect for club members of all ages and abilities.
Stand out sessions include:-
9:30 a.m. Rigging/ Briefing - adult and junior sailors
If you can't quite remember what goes where on a dinghy, then this is the session for you. Not only will you get tips on how to rig, but this will also be a great opportunity to re-connect with fellow members. Plus there will be a briefing on what's in store for the season, for both Rookies and Juniors.
On the water - adult and junior sailors - morning (see calendar for timings)
If you're looking for the ideal way to find your 'sea' legs for the season then this supported session is a must. Our coaches will be on the water to support you, as you re-familiarise yourself with the joys of sailing!
10:30 a.m. - OODs/ AODs - training
Calling all OODs/ AODs we will be demonstrating our new race timers. Demonstration includes the what, when, how to get our OODs/ AODs familiar with the new and improved system.
12:15 p.m. New members tour
We're inviting our sailing and Stand Up Paddleboard members to join us at 12:15 p.m. for a tour of the club. Plus, we will providing details on how the club is run, how to make the most of your club and answering individual questions. Whether you're a new member, or a member who has missed out on a full tour we would love to see you at this session.
12:45 p.m. - Lunch
Light lunch, and a chance to sit down and socialise with your fellow members either in the fabulous club house, or if the sun is shining out on the picnic benches or club lawns.
2:00 p.m. Stand Up Paddleboarders - refresher/ briefing/ paddling
For our paddle boarding members, if you've not already been out on the water for a paddle this year then there is a FREE refresher session for up to 8 members from 2pm-3pm. Spaces are limited for this members only session, so booking is essential. Please book this by contacting Greg directly @ sup@shsc.org.uk.
2:00 p.m. Racing or cruising for sailors
3:00 p.m. Stand Up Paddleboarders social paddle
We're also encouraging as many of our Stand Up Paddleboarding members as possible to join us out on the water for a social paddle from 3:00 p.m. If you've already come for the New members tour at 12:15, then please note that there will be a light lunch available so a chance to chat and catch up. Plus the water will be open from 2:00 p.m. so you can get out and enjoy the water solo or as a group!
5:45 p.m. Social & Prize Giving sailors/ SUPs - club house
Join us in the bar, at the end of what promises to be an excellent day, and celebrate being back out on the water!
So we can best manage the day we would ask all of our members to sign on in advance (thank you :)
For more information please contact principal@shsc.org.uk
Last updated 13:51 on 16 April 2025
