Dinghy Skipper Level 1
An introduction to sailing using Optimist class boats, Dinghy Level 1 is designed as a course for beginners, so no previous sailing experience is required.
The aim is to build the students' nautical knowledge and competences to allow them to competently take on the duties of a sailing skipper on board an Optimist class vessel, in daylight hours, within sight of land, in good sailing conditions (up to 4B).
The aim is to build the students' nautical knowledge and competences to allow them to competently take on the duties of a sailing skipper on board an Optimist class vessel, in daylight hours, within sight of land, in good sailing conditions (up to 4B).
Course Requirments
Experience required prior training
None
Who can run the training
Dinghy Instructor or Advanced Dinghy Instructor
Theoretical Topics
Yacht construction
Lines and springs
How to handle sail sheet and halyard
How to handle yacht under sail
Safety
Collision regulations
Meteorology
Other skills (ecology, social skills)
Certification required prior training
None
How to submit the application
Only through ISSA-accredited schools
Practical Topics
Basics of safe onboard operations
Elementary yacht sailing equipment and how to use it
Safe operations of sail sheets and halyards
Safe handling of the yacht under sails
Knots
How to handle capsizing situation
Practical skills in meteorology
Dinghy Level 1 Textbook
ISSA has developed a perfect version of dinghy textbook, in 3 languages, English, Polish and Chinese.
