Whitefriars Sailing Club - The Friendly Sailing Club
Women on the Water react to the news that Whitefriars was selected as a finalist for The RYA Club of the Year 2023!
This prestigious award recognises the best dinghy sailing clubs from each of the ten RYA regions and Whitefriars was the only finalist out of 130 clubs in the south west region.
Friendly. Accessible. Fun.
Whatever your age or sailing ability, die-hard racer, newcomer to sailing or you simply love mucking about on the water, here at The Whitefriars Sailing Club our focus is on making sailing fun and accessible for all.
Situated on the stunning Cotswold Water Park, Whitefriars is run by the members for the members. We believe that by striking a healthy balance between competition and fun we can give everyone access to the same opportunities to learn, improve and participate as much or as little as they want.
That’s why we offer a diverse range of on and off the water activities, including racing, cruising, an extensive RYA training programme and a whole host of social activities for all the family. Proud to be one of the top clubs in the UK for our Sailability capabilities, our friendly team of enthusiastic volunteers support this varied programme throughout the year.
What's going on at Whitefriars Sailing Club?
Spring 2023 sailing, training and socialising at Whitefriars
Your committee is busily planning plenty of activities ahead at the club for training, sailing, racing, socialising in 2023!
All our courses, Junior group days and Saturday sessions will be available to members of Whitefriars Sailing Club.
Please note - all booking details for all courses to follow.
For non-members, there will be a limited number of adult places available on RYA recognised training courses. We also welcome non-members to our Open racing events.
Or non-members are welcome to join the club and become part of WSC!
Racing every Wednesday evening from 29th March 2023 - catered dinner (to be arranged later in season - you can pay online).
18:30 Evening Series
March 2023 Working Party
The Spring Working Party took place on the 4th March 2023. Thank you to all members who came along to work your socks off for the benefit of the club.
"Wow, what a work party, so many jobs planned and completed. We could not have achieved so much without the many volunteers today, so thank you, thank you all. The volunteer financial value is over £2000 you kindly gave to our club today - you really are stars.
For the members who could not get down today, we hope to see you at the next one, until then please bare with us as we continue to replace the flood damage and replace ceilings, lighting and floors".
Kind regards, Rear Commodores House and Grounds - Andrew Hocking and Tony Jackson
May
Every Sunday in May
Racing continues every Sunday and the safety boats are out for any cruisers.
Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th May
RYA Level 2 - Basic Skills (2 day course)
09:00 - 17:00
Cost: WSC members £125 and non-members £250
Previous sailing knowledge required to Level 1 equivalent.
Members book through your membership SCM account.
Non-members book by emailing [email protected]
RYA Level Sailing with Spinnakers (2 day course)
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Members book through your membership SCM account.
Non-members book by emailing [email protected]
Monday 29th and Tuesday 30th May
RYA Powerboat Level 2
Cost: WSC members £125 and non-members £250
Provides the skills and background knowledge needed by the competent powerboat driver
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Course content: The course teaches boat handling and seamanship in powerboats. It focuses on low speed close quarters handling, man overboard recovery, an introduction to driving at planing speed, and collision regulations.
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For further information contact: [email protected]
June
Saturday 3rd June
9.30am - 4pm (depending on weather)
JUNIOR GROUP MEMBERS ONLY Book and pay through your membership portal once you are a fully paid Junior group member. If not yet a member of Juniors, this can be added via your portal.
£17.00 per child.
This Junior session will involve participants being split into groups, depending on the RYA youth stage syllabus that is relevant to their level.
All children will need to bring snacks and a packed lunch. Please Note: Parents/guardians must remain on site whilst their children participate in Junior activities.
Saturday 10th June
Women on the Water: 10-4pm
Never too late to join us for the season ahead - many of the sessions are about brushing off the rust and enjoying some time on or off the lake. And you can use a club boat.
Contact Marcia Turner or Toni Buffham for more information: [email protected]
Saturday 10th June
Instructor led sessions designed to cater to those with limited sailing experience to people looking to practice Level 2 skills. Includes use of club boats.
Open to juniors and adults. Juniors' parents must stay on site.
AM 10.00am - 12.30pm
PM 1.00pm - 3.30pm
£10pp per session.
Book through your portal.
Saturday 17th / Sunday 18th June
A great opportunity to meet other members of the class and enjoy some fun racing at our fantastic lake.
- Register online here, or email [email protected] with your details and pay on the day.
- £40 for the weekend including Saturday evening meal, Sunday breakfast
- Competitors briefing 11.00am on Saturday
- First race 12.00 on Saturday, 10.00am on Sunday
- 6 races (3 per day) 4 to count
- Overnight camping is available and included.
- If have questions or need further information, please contact
Ben Heppenstall at [email protected]
Saturday 24th June
9.30am - 4pm (depending on weather)
JUNIOR GROUP MEMBERS ONLY Book and pay through your membership portal once you are a fully paid Junior group member. If not yet a member of Juniors, this can be added via your portal.
£17.00 per child.
This Junior session will involve participants being split into groups, depending on the RYA youth stage syllabus that is relevant to their level.
All children will need to bring snacks and a packed lunch. Please Note: Parents/guardians must remain on site whilst their children participate in Junior activities.
July
Saturday 1st / Sunday 2nd July
Miracle Southern Area Championship and Comet Trio Open Meeting
Entry fee per boat : - £25 for both days or £15 for Sunday only.
Whitefriars Sailing Club
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Management Committee Meeting
Monday, 12 June at 19:30
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Management Committee Meeting
Monday, 10 July at 19:30
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Management Committee Meeting
Monday, 14 August at 19:30
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Management Committee Meeting
Monday, 11 September at 19:30
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Management Committee Meeting
Monday, 09 October at 19:30