Bay sailing offers the following: Introduction to Sailing - Theory and Practical Sailing Competent Crew - Theory and Practical Sailing Skipper

Due to the current Covid-19 lockdown all person wanting to go sailing are required to be members of a sailing club and paid up with South African Sailing. This will allow you to get out on the water under the current DMA and lockdown rules.

Warm clothing is a good idea, and we find multiple layers are best (as the weather may change and one can remove items of clothing if needed). Please wear non-marking, soft shoes. If you already have deck shoes, that’s great – but any soft-soled closed ‘takkie’ (sneaker) shoes will do. Sandals are not advised as

The chance of seasickness is small – as you are mostly on deck and in the fresh air. If nausea occurs, it tends to occur below deck where one cannot see the horizon properly. If you do feel sick, inform your instructor so that he/she can attend to you. If you take nausea medication while

Yes. Sailing is not a dangerous sport and as a rule, it has a good safety record. Our instructors check weather updates before launching and follow best practice when it comes to safety.

Our vessels are routinely checked by The South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA) and maintained to the highest standard. All students will be required to wear safety gear as and when needed and will be supplied with a PFD or harness. Please inform your instructor if you suffer from any specific ailments or allergies and bring

No, you do not have to have sailed before, but some courses require previous experience. If it’s your first time sailing, we offer an Introduction to Sailing Course.