Led by qualified instructors, these sessions focus on sailing skills, water safety, and developing independence on the water — with the opportunity to work towards formal sailing qualifications over time. Rooted in the Scottish Curriculum for Excellence, Saltwater Scholars supports:

• Health and Wellbeing through active outdoor learning

• Literacy and Numeracy through navigation, communication, and problem-solving

• Sciences and Social Studies through real-world exploration of weather, wind, and marine environments

• Skills for Learning, Life and Work, including teamwork, leadership, and resilience

🔹 What to Expect

• Fun, supportive sailing sessions led by qualified instructors

• Learn basic to intermediate sailing skills

• Explore wind, weather, and water safety

• Teamwork, problem-solving, and confidence-building

• Progress toward recognised sailing qualifications

🔹 What to Bring

• Swimwear

• Warm layers (fleece, thermal top, etc.)

• Change of clothes and towel

• Closed-toe shoes or old trainers that can get wet (no flip-flops or open sandals)

• Wetsuit (if you have them – we can provide if not)

• Sunscreen and hat (weather dependent)

• Any medication needed (please let us know in advance)

• Packed snacks and drinks (we will supply hot chocolate or hot squash.

Each 4-hour session (10am – 2pm) is a stand-alone adventure — book as many or as few as you like — with real progress and new friendships waiting at every turn of the sail.