"PUSH THE BOAT OUT” AT SLAUGHDEN SAILING CLUB – SUNDAY 5th MAY 2019

Embrace a new experience! This exciting opportunity being offered by Slaughden Sailing Club (SSC) on Sunday 5th May allows you to experience the River Alde by boat at no expense on the day. Everyone is invited to come and have some fun and learn some new skills. Push the Boat Out is a nationwide Royal Yachting Association (RYA) initiative to encourage people to try their hand on the water. For more information on RYA Push the Boat Out visit www.rya.org.uk/ptbo What we are offering are activities by dinghy, yacht, powerboat, kayak/canoe. Experienced Instructors will take you out on the water to show you the basics. If you enjoy the day, the facilities on offer then talk to us about our PtBO promotional offer. Refreshments are available on the day. Bring warm clothing, shoes that can get wet, spirit of adventure and discover a fun hobby, a great club and new friends. To find out more about our event or reserve your place please contact : socialsecretary@slaughdensailingclub.co.uk

Canoes, Kayaks and Paddle Boards

Slaughden Sailing Club offers membership to those with Kayak’s, Canoes, and Paddle Boards (SUP’s) Temporary membership on a daily, weekly or monthly basis can also be arranged. Members can store their equipment safely at the club and have use of club facilities. In 2019 we are looking to include some calendar events for this category. For more information please contact the Membership Secretary.

Junior Section

Slaughden Sailing Club have a friendly Juniors section for racing, training or simply having fun. A number of our Juniors enter local regatta’s with good results. We also train Juniors to drive our Power boats from an early age. If your children would like to learn new life skills and or a new hobby please contact the Membership Secretary

RYA Dinghy Training

Slaughden Sailing Club offer RYA L1 & L2 to members and non- members joining on a temporary basis. These courses are designed for all ages and run over a weekend with some theory on a Friday pm. We also have a less formal sailing programme every Tuesday evening during the summer for adults and juniors. For those wanting to build confidence on the water we provide 1 to 1 coaching through our qualified Dinghy Instructors. For more information please contact Di Munro

Informal Sailing

To compliment our dinghy race programme throughout the year there is also the option to join informal sailing events. These involve sailing to one of a number of scenic destinations on the river for a picnic lunch. This has also been known to involve a group swim in the sea ! For more information contact Membership Secretary

Friends of Slaughden

For those that do not plan to launch craft from Slaughden Sailing Club an option to join the club as a Friend of Slaughden exists. You will be able to join in a number of our Social events and enjoy the beautiful sunsets that we are privileged to experience during the season. For more information please contact the
Membership Secretary

Cruising

Slaughden Sailing Club have an active Cruising section that join informal sailing events and organise weekend passages further afield along the coast. The club run free taster sessions for members that are considering cruising as part of their lifestyle. For more information please contact Vice Commodore Cruising

Racing

Slaughden Sailing Club have an lively race programme throughout the year including New Year’s day ! To prove it follow the link
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=67ghRoixCvc . Most are handicap races although pursuit races are also arranged. Club racing is on weekends and Thursday evening, with inter-club racing on a Wednesday evening. For more information please contact Vice Commodore Dinghies

Powerboat Training

Slaughden Sailing Club is an RYA registered training centre. We offer to Members and Non- members joining on a temporary basis RYA L1 & 2 Powerboat courses and separately RYA Safety Boat. Courses run over 2 days with a minimum 3 students, maximum 6. The club are also considering one day less formal taster sessions for those visiting Aldeburgh looking for an experience. For more information please contact Powerboat training

Slaughden Sailing Club SSC

SSC are a volunteer sailing club located on the river Alde in Aldeburgh Suffolk towards the Martello tower. We are an RYA Regional Training Centre that welcome new members who sail or who would like to learn to sail dinghies and or cruisers. We cater for Windsurfers, Kayak, Canoe and Paddle Boards and offer RYA L1 & 2 Power & Safety Boat Courses.

This is a welcoming and friendly club with a vibrant social programme.Membership is available on a temporary basis for those visiting the area. The club also has a special needs provision for those with disabilities. Refer About the Club to read more or contact the Membership Secretary

Social

We have a busy, year round, social scene for sailors and non-sailors alike.
A taste of activities : so come on, what are you waiting for, come & join in the fun!
Xmas Party
Winter talks
Pop up Suppers (Seafood, Italian, Greek, Arabian etc)
Quiz Evenings
BBQ, Hog Roast & Picnics
BYO Plate night
Cheese & Wine