More spacious than dinghies, keelboats also feel more stable because of their fixed keel. And because they’re sailed by a crew, you’re out on the water with other people. If this sounds like your thing, check out our courses, or, if you already have some experience, then you can join in with our Keelboat Development Club.
All our courses follow the RYA (Royal Yacht Association) National Sailing Scheme for Keelboats so there’s a clear pathway of skills and courses to follow.
Follow the links below to find out more about each of our activities, email us on bookings@portedgarwatersports.com, or give us a call on 0131 319 1820
Starter Courses
A step up from dinghies, keelboats have a spacious cockpit and fixed keels giving them extra stability. Whether you’ve never sailed before or want a quick refresher course we’ve got what you need.
Please have a look at the course details below for more information and available dates. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact us on 0131 319 1820 or email bookings@portedgarwatersports.com.
A Keelboat Experience is just that; a little taste of sailing. You’ll get a fun, hands on, introduction to keelboat sailing and by the end you’ll be keen to find out more!
2023 Dates: 8 April, 7 May, 27 May, 17 June, 1 July, 6 August, 2 September, 7 October
Sessions are available 9.30-12.30 and 13.30-16.30
Other dates may be available on request, please call to discuss.
Cost £69 per person (adult)
Private Charter with our experienced instructor is £249 a session for a family or 1 household (maximum of 4)
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Keelboat Private Charter with our experienced instructor from 9.30-12.30 or 13.30-16.30 to give you a little taste of keelboat sailing. You will get a fun hands on introduction to keelboat sailing and by the end you will be part of the the crew or you can just sit back relax and take in the view
Cost £249 for a maximum of 4 people
2023 Dates: 11,12,17,31 March 6, 9, 21, 30 April, 4, 6, 28 May, 2, 6, 15, 18, 23,24 June, 2, 22, 14, 21, 23, 28, 29, 30 July, 4, 5, 12, 13, 26, 27 August, 1, 3, 8,9, 10, 15, 16, 17, 21, 22, 23, 24 September, 1,8,9,10,16,17,21,22 October
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This is a 2-day course
Pre-requisites: none
This is a 2-day course from 09.30-16.30.
This course is a gentle introduction to keelboat sailing, where you will learn how to rig a keelboat and the basics to get afloat for the first time. At the end, you’ll be able to sail in light winds under supervision.
2023 Dates: 25-26 February, 11-12 March, 8-9, 22-23 April, 6-7, 20-21 May, 3-4, 17-18 June, 1-2 , 11-12, 15-16, 29-30 July, 12-13, 26-27 August, 2-3, 16-17 September, 7-8, 28-29 October
Cost: £299
2023 Dates: 4-day combined Level 1 & 2 26-29 June, 24-27 July, 14-17 August, 4-7 September with further dates available please call to arrange
Cost £489
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This course is available over 2 days, or combined with the RYA Level 1 over 4 days from 09.30-16.30 each day
Pre-requisites: none for the 4-day course; for the 2-day course you will need to hold your RYA Keelboat Level 1
Learning to sail in keelboats is hugely enjoyable and has become an increasingly popular sport. We will take you through all the basic skills to become a competent sailor (in moderate conditions).
2023 Dates: 10-11, 24-25 June, 8-9, 18-19, 22-23 July, 5-6, 19-20 August, 9-10 September
Cost: £299
2023 Dates: 4-day combined Level 1 & 2 26-29 June, 24-27 July, 14-17 August, 4-7 September further dates are available please call to arrange
Cost £489
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This is a 2-day course.
Pre-requisites: RYA Keelboat Basic Skills – Level 2 or equivalent experience.
This course is designed to bridge the gap between Basic Skills and the Advanced Modules, giving you the opportunity to practice techniques introduced at earlier levels and for competent dinghy sailors who want a change of direction. With a flexible syllabus this course is the perfect opportunity to shape the time around exactly what you want to develop on.
2023 Dates:- 18-19 February 2023, 29-30 April, 10-11 June, 15-16 July, 19-20 August, 23-24 September, 14-15 October
Cost: £299
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Keelboat Development Club
Ages 16+
Pre-requisites: Keelboat Level 1 or above
Keelboat sailing is a great social activity. Regularly heading out with the same people allows you to build team skills essential for the sport. You will have use of our unique fleet of matched 707s, ensuring you can really get to grips with the boats.
2023 Dates: 10 September – 15 October
Sessions : Sundays from 09.30-12.00 and 13.30-16.00
Cost £299 for the 6 week block (non transferrable)
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Once you have your Keelboat Level 1 course you can take part in our Keelboat Development Club To find out more Click Here.
Dinghy sailing to keelboat conversion: Already hold a Dinghy Level 2 certificate or have equivalent experience? You could be eligible to enter the Keelboat scheme at the Better Sailing (Level 3) stage. For further information about the Better Sailing courses please see above or give us a call on 0131 319 1820.
Advanced Courses
Once you’ve got to grips with the basics, take your sailing further with our advanced modules. You can either focus on one module over a weekend or, if you choose to take part in one of our 5 day skills development weeks, you should aim to cover two of the modules.
The RYA Level 3, or equivalent experience, is a pre-requisite for all these modules. However for some courses you may benefit from having additional experience. If you are unsure, please contact us to discuss suitability.
Please have a look at the course details below for more information and available dates. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact us on 0131 319 1820 or email bookings@portedgarwatersports.com.
This is a 2-day course.
Pre-requisites: RYA Level 3 or equivalent experience.
An excellent course which is all about boat control, solving problems afloat and becoming a more confident and accomplished sailor.
2023 Dates: tbc
Cost: £299
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This is a 2-day course
Pre-requisites: RYA Level 3 or equivalent experience.
Explore the Firth of Forth with our RYA Day Sailing course. With picturesque harbours, sandy beaches, islands and the famous backdrop of bridges, it’s a great location to spend time learning basic navigation and the planning skills needed to enjoy a day trip.
2023 Dates: to be confirmed
Cost: £299
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This is a 2-day course
Pre-requisites: RYA Level 3 or equivalent experience.
One of the most rewarding of all the RYA courses, we’ll help develop your knowledge of the power zone! Before you know it you’ll be blasting along and gybing with the spinnaker up.
2023 Dates: 24th-25th June
Cost: £299
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