RYA Competent Crew: Gybing in More Detail

Competent Crew Course details: ➜ https://www.firstclasssailing.com/rya-courses/competent-crew In this video shot on the Solent, we look at gybing in a little more detail. First thing we do before gybing is to centre the main. In the clip recorded during a Competent Crew course sailing out of Southampton, you see us on port tack; and we'll gybe onto starboard tack. As the stern goes through the wind, the wind gets behind the sails, and the headsail will start to come over, and the main will come across. We don't need to do anything with the main sheet at this point, but we do need to ease the headsail sheet on starboard, and take up the sheet on port. And then at this point we will ease the main sheet to let the main out. You can watch the first gybing tutorial video here: ➜ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m6r2qLC51s0 ** About the RYA Competent Crew course in Southampton ** The RYA Competent Crew course is the perfect introduction for beginners who want to get into sailing and is specifically designed for those with little to no sailing experience. It is the ideal starting point. Even if you’ve only had a brief taste of sailing, whether in the UK or abroad, the Competent Crew course offers structured learning and a strong foundation in the basics of sailing. We run our courses from Southampton, and they take place in and around the Solent. With First Class Sailing you’ll gain hands-on experience, experience life on board, and all the enjoyment it brings. By the end of the 5 day course, you’ll have the skills and confidence to be a capable and reliable crew member. The course begins and ends in Southampton, with stops at scenic destinations around the Solent, giving you the chance to experience different sailing conditions and enjoy stunning coastal views. For more information visit our website on the link below. ** Links ** First Class Sailing ➜ https://www.firstclasssailing.com We offer RYA courses, mile-building trips, and sailing holidays for beginners, seasoned sailors, and everyone in between from our base in Southampton. We also offer shore-based sailing courses in London and Southampton. VHF Radio Course ➜ https://www.firstclasssailing.com/rya-courses/vhf-radio-course The RYA VHF course teaches you how to use a VHF Radio. You need to take this course before you can take a VHF Radio Assessment. Upon successful completion of the assessment, you will be issued with a VHF Radio License. It is a legal requirement that someone on board has a license. Our RYA VHF courses are in Southampton / Solent and London. The VHF Radio course includes how to use radio in routine communications plus when in distress, urgency, and safety situations. Competent Crew Course Notes ➜ https://www.firstclasssailing.com/books/competent-crew-practical-course-notes This excellent little booklet is the official Competent Crew course note book and gives great advice on basic crewing techniques and seamanship. ** Credits ** Voice: Duncan Wells Filming: Nick Watts

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