Sailing Taster Sessions – exploring the beauty of Ullswater from a new perspective whilst learning a new skill.
Have you ever fancied just ‘giving it a go’ without wanting to commit to a 2 day sailing course, or maybe you haven’t sailed for a while and would appreciate a little tuition to help you get back on the water? Our Sailing Taster Sessions offer you the perfect opportunity to do just that.
The Glenridding Sailing Centres’ gently curved beach forms a sheltered bay in full view of the centre, providing an ideal setting to teach everyone from complete beginners to experienced sailors wishing to perfect their skills.
You can choose from either slow and steady, like our beautiful Traditional Boats you can see here – perfect for families – or fast and (potentially!) wet dinghy sailing!
Our Taster Sessions are run by experienced and friendly Instructors, who will pitch the session at your level. Booking essential and children under the age of 6 go free.
Gift Vouchers are available for all our Courses including Taster Sessions – and you can also buy them online!
We can usually arrange sailing tasters to suit you, please do get in touch with your preferred dates and we will do our very best to get you out on the water.
1 hour £90
2 hours £180
3 hours £200
Full Day £300
1 hour £125
2 hours £250
3 hours £285
Full Day £415
1 hour £155
2 hours £310
3 hours £350
Full Day £515
EXCELLENT Based on 71 reviews Ginny2024-09-10Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I’ve just come back from an amazing weekend completing my RYA Level 1. Peter, you have the patience of a saint, thank you for giving me the confidence to just carry on through when my nerves were getting the better of me. Couldn’t have asked for a better instructor. All the staff so friendly & considerate (thanks for keeping my silver balls safe, if you know you know) & with a good sense of humour. And it goes without saying, all in the most beautiful setting. No hesitation in recommending you. If this girl can, anybody can. Alex Halliday2024-08-08Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fantastic. We booked our son onto one of their kids week sailing days. From the beginning we dealt with a really great lady called Linnhe who arranged everything for us. The instructor Joe was brilliant and our son had a fabulous day, the very first thing his big smiling face said on emerging from the water was “that was absolutely brilliant, can I come back tomorrow” So we booked him onto a second day, he had such a wonderful time and he hasn’t stopped talking about it. He’s learnt to sail and made some friends. All in an amazing sailing club with really friendly staff. It made my sons holiday. Joel Patrick2024-06-23Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Hired a sailing boat for a few hours, had great fun. Lovely area, lovely staff, and a very reasonable cost. Plus no one fell in, which is always good. Thanks! James O'Connell2024-03-29Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fantastic day on a canoe around the lake. Friendly staff and easy to book. Would highly recommend! Heather Gribbin2023-11-04Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Had a lovely morning sailing on Ullswater in one of the traditional boats. Staff were really friendly and helpful. Stunning scenery and so peaceful. Will definitely visit again! Andy Lammas2023-10-07Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fabulous place to learn to sail in a traditional style boat - very friendly people. Matt Widdowson2023-07-10Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Friendly staff. Good equipment. Decent prices. Jens-Uwe Deiters2023-06-24Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great sailing experience! We capsized in a gust and we’re looked after immediately by Peter. Very good safety instructions and very well maintained material. We come again!