Youth Section

Disappointed by lack of wind on 12th, we were greeted with what Race Officer Jerry Rook described as ‘perfect conditions for our young sailors’ on Saturday 19th July. ‘It was a good turnout of 33 competitors in a steady SW wind of about 7-10 knots with added sunshine,’ Jerry commented. The range of classes from […]

All set to go, everything planned, 35 entries across the youth groups, 88 booked for the BBQ – but lack of even a breeze so RO Jerry Rook had no choice but to cancel racing for the day. Tim, Elliot, Simon, Cameron, Dave and crews stepped forward to arrange for a trip to Charton Bay

Well done Ollie!

3 June. Our more experienced helms paired with our YMs to give them an exciting sail, breezy conditions with building waves. The WSW wind direction gave sheltered water in the lee of the Cobb. Further out to sea, and in the gusts, there was the chance to learn about sailing in the waves. All was

Our new young sailors joined in the first of our Tuesdays on the water for 2025. Some had no experience, some were veteran Oppie sailors, others at L 2/3. Tide in, plenty of U18 assistants, a warm, sunny evening. Wind a bit light but some livelier patches. We had 36 sailors on the water altogether,

Lyme’s Ed Stubbs is currently competing at the 29er Nationals with new crew Jack. He met Princess Anne yesterday when she visited the Welsh venue. Ed is currently lying about 10th of 40 boats in a highly-competitive fleet – impressive in his first season in the class! Wishing him a successful championship. LRSC Youth Section.

On Saturday, the Oppie Inters group got together for their first session on the water this season. They rigged quickly and waited to be released from the slipway. Not put off by the cold water or lack of wind, they made a course sailing round buoys and boats in the harbour. This was a novelty

Awards evening for the youth training Saturday and Tuesday groups was held on 1 March at the clubhouse. Young sailors attended with their parents, Commodore Andy Robinson was guest. Certificates based on the RYA Start Sailing scheme had been given out previously, while the awards were for personal achievement, enthusiasm, teamwork and seamanship. Sally led

The Sailing Club Youth Christmas party was enjoyed by 60 young sailors and parents on 30 Nov. Due to restricted access, everyone walked down the footpaths or along the Cart Road. Organisers Jo, Dave and Simon provided food and games, with contributions from partygoers. Many parents preferred to chat and support the bar, while Simon’s