Keep Sailing - Guildford

Keep Sailing Guildford, located at Papercourt Sailing Club in Ripley, just 10 minutes from Guildford, offers fun, safe, and high-quality RYA sailing courses for children during the school holidays. Courses are available to local residents and Papercourt Sailing Club members through our partnership with the club.

Children's Sailing Lessons

During the school holidays we offer Monday-Friday, 9.30am to 4.30pm courses for individuals aged 7 and above. These courses are perfect for keeping the kids active during the school holidays. They are very popular and can sell out fast!

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Arrow going rightRYA Stage 1 (10-16)
Arrow going rightRYA Stage 2 (7-10)
Arrow going rightRYA Stage 2 (10-16)
Arrow going rightRYA Stage 3 (8-16)
Arrow going rightRYA Stage 4 (10-16)
Arrow going rightRYA Start Racing
Arrow going rightRYA Seamanship Skills & Spinnakers
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All Youth Courses

Unlock Confidence, Problem-Solving, and New Friendships Through Sailing

RYA Instructor Courses

Become a certified RYA Dinghy or Powerboat Instructor and teach others the fundamentals of water sports. This course provides hands-on training in teaching techniques, safety, and teaching skills, setting you up for a rewarding career or volunteering opportunity on the water.

We have a full instructor training pathway and are very fortunate to have two RYA Dinghy Trainers on our full-time staff team.  

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Arrow going rightRYA Pre-Entry
Arrow going rightRYA Safe and Fun
Arrow going rightRYA Dinghy Instructor Course
All Instructor Courses
a classroom theory session for sailing

Start a a rewarding career on the water

About Keep Sailing Guildford and Papercourt Sailing Club

Papercourt Sailing Club is a well-established inland sailing venue set in the Surrey countryside near Ripley, just 10 minutes from Guildford. Sheltered yet open, the lake provides reliable conditions that are ideal for youth sailing and skill development in a safe, supportive environment.

Through our partnership with Papercourt Sailing Club, there are a range of club membership options available for those who want to sail regularly beyond holiday courses.

Address: Papercourt Sailing Club, Papercourt Lane, Ripley, Surrey GU23 6DX

Papercourt Sailing Club website
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Bespoke Courses & Private Tuition

Do you want to improve a specific aspect of your sport?
We offer private tuition for individuals at all skill levels, from beginners wanting an experience on the water to those preparing for national championships!