Club Open Day
Come and try sailing on Saturday 25 April 2026.
Pennine Sailing Club provides a welcoming and safe environment where people can learn, race, and build skills. If you have ever wondered what it is like to be out on the water in a dinghy, this is your chance to have a proper go, meet members of our club, and see what the club is all about.
What you can do on the day
- Enjoy a friendly welcome from members who sail, race, volunteer, and keep the club running
- Experience a sailing taster session with experienced instructors and full safety cover
- Find out more about our training centre, including RYA courses that enables clear progression from beginner to confident sailor
- Take a look around the clubhouse and boat park, with the chance to chat about membership options
Who it is for
- Children aged 7 and over who are happy in the water and can swim
- Adults who want to have a go, learn something new, or get back into sailing
- Families looking for a fun outdoor activity that children can enjoy and grow with
- Anyone curious about dinghy sailing, relaxed club sailing, or learning new skills
- People who like a friendly club atmosphere where everyone pitches in and enjoys being on the water
What to bring
- Clothes you do not mind getting wet (layers are best)
- Trainers that can get wet (no flip flops)
- A warm change of clothes and a towel
- If you have them: wetsuit, buoyancy aid, sailing gloves
- Sun protection if it is bright
If you do not have kit, do not worry. We will talk you through what you need and what can be provided.
Safety and safeguarding
Safety comes first, always. You will be briefed and supervised by qualified instructors with full safety boat cover.
If you are visiting with children, please note the following about changing rooms and facilities:
- Children under 8 must be accompanied by a parent in the changing rooms. We do not have family changing rooms
- No mobile phones or cameras are permitted in changing rooms
- Adults should avoid being the only adult present in a changing area with children who are not in their care
- Any safeguarding concern can be raised with the welfare team on the day
After your sessions
If you enjoy it and want to take things a bit further then we can talk to you about :
- Different membership options available
- Beginner training and refresher sessions
- Pathways into club sailing and racing
- Ways to get involved as a volunteer, on and off the water
How to join in
You can just turn up and speak to the team, or book ahead for a taster slot using this link: https://www.cognitoforms.com/PennineSC1/PennineSCOpenDay2026TasterTimes
When you arrive, we will check you in, help with buoyancy aids if needed, and point you in the right direction.
To save time on the day, please complete this form for each participant: https://www.cognitoforms.com/PennineSC1/PennineSCOpenDay2026ParticipationForm
Contact
For questions about the open day, training, or membership, speak to a committee member or training team on the day, or use the clubs usual website contact route.
Last updated 12:34pm on 24 March 2026