Welcome to Syston Sailing Club
Powerboat training
Congratulations go to Joanne, Joanne and Matt, who achieved their RYA powerboat level 2 qualifications at Syston in December. They are pictured with RYA instructor Ceri. Although our sport is wind-powered, we use powerboats to provide safety cover, and to help with practical things like moving the buoys we use to lay out the courses…
Level 3 dinghy course
Do you want to be a “better sailor” – and have the certificate to prove it? Syston Sailing Club is offering a rare opportunity to take the RYA Level 3 dinghy sailing course on the weekends of November 23 and 24, and November 30 and December 01 (you need to do all four dates for…
Council’s grant helps make a bigger splash!
A grant from Charnwood Borough Council will help a new generation of sailors onto the water for the first time. Syston Sailing Club carried out some taster sessions for a junior club this summer and has now officially launched its Splash and Sail sessions, designed to engage children, aged six years and above, in sailing…
Extra dates – Splash and Sail
If it is good enough for Noel and Liam, it is good enough for us. Due to popular demand, we have extended our Splash and Sail season with another two dates. But we won’t be using dynamic pricing, no matter how much the demand. The extra dates are Saturday 21 September and Saturday 19 October,…
Paddleboard success
Our very first paddleboard session was such a success that we are having another one next Sunday. We had four boards on the water, plus a windsurfer, plus a number of club and member-owned boats, enjoying a casual Sunday afternoon on the water in bright sunshine and gentle winds. If you misssed it (or you…
Splash and Sail
This Saturday (July 20) is the latest in our Splash and Sail series aimed at younger sailors. The session lasts from 10am to 12noon, and will include a variety of water-based games and activities. It is free for children of club members, £5 per child for others. Pre-booking is essential: Syston.sailingclub@outlook.com
Paddleboard try out day
PADDLEBOARDERS – try out our facilities, Sunday 21 July, 2024, 2-4pm: * full power boat safety cover * changing rooms with hot showers * hot and cold drinks available * ample parking. Free for members, £5 for visitors. Syston Sailing Club membership is available for sailors, paddleboarders, or for social members.
Bowled over
It’s not just about sailing…the club organised a skittles tournament for members at the Horse and Groom in Queniborough. Competition was organised around a pub grub dinner, and followed by a blind auction which raised money for club funds. A good time was had by all. The club holds a number of social events across…
Open day success!
We had a brilliant turnout for our annual open day, which occurred on Saturday, May 18. There were 95 people who joined us for a free sail around the lake. Their previous experience ranged from quite a bit to none. Some came on their own, others in groups of up to five. The weather was…
Splash and Sail!
Sailing, games and loads of fun! Saturday morning from 10 to 12 on: 1 June22 June20 July17 August7 September Age: 7+ Cost: £5 per session for non-members Email syston.sailingclub@outlook.com today to book your place! Please send children with a change of clothes, shoes that will get wet, and a towel. Buoyancy aids will be provided.