Junior Sailing Academy
Junior Checklist
Everything your child needs to bring to their sailing course at FYC.
Don't worry if you don't have everything
The club has a limited supply of wetsuits and buoyancy aids available to borrow. Just let us know in advance.
Essential gear
Wetsuit (full-length recommended)
Shorty acceptable in summer
Buoyancy aid / lifejacket
Must be correctly fitted — club has loaners if needed
Wet boots or old trainers
Nothing you mind getting soaked
Warm underlayer
Fleece or thermal — even in summer
Change of dry clothes
Left in the changing room
Towel
Recommended
Waterproof jacket / cag
Sailing or waterproof jacket over wetsuit
Sun cream
Apply before arriving
Sunglasses with UV protection
Water bottle
Labelled with name
Snacks
No glass containers please
Please leave at home
Mobile phones
Leave ashore — not suitable on the water
Jewellery
Including earrings and necklaces — can snag on rigging
Flip flops
Not suitable around boats