Language schools, scout groups and youth groups are regularly on the water enjoying the healthy outdoor environment. Taster sessions are an excellent way to introduce your group to water sports such as sailing or kayaking in a challenging and entertaining manner. You can be confident that your students will have a great time, all while learning a new skill in a safe controlled environment.
We conform to all safety requirements as prescribed by the Irish Sailing Association and the Royal Yachting Association as well as all regulatory standards. We are full insured, have an excellent safety record and are always striving to ensure safe enjoyment whilst participating in any of our activities.
Each event is tailor made to suit the needs of each group and we can accommodate groups of any size. Some of our suggested activities include:
Sailing
Kayaking
Paddle boarding
We can offer a combination of these or focus on one activity. Please note that some activities, in particular Sailing, are weather dependent. We will always liaise with groups about the weather and the effect, if any, on activities prior to the tour.
Events are 2 to 3 hours in duration, however, longer programmes, or indeed a series of lessons can be organised to suit your group’s requirements.
We provide all necessary sailing gear including Buoyancy Aids and Wetsuits, but it is necessary to bring along the following:
Old runners to wear in the boat
Spare change of clothes
Shower gear – towel, shampoo etc
Swimming togs / Swimsuit
Rain Jacket
We have full modern changing room facilities at our clubhouse on the West Pier in Dun Laoghaire.
We can accommodate large groups of up to 100 students at one time. Our three-hour sessions start from €30 per person. Leaders are invited to join in, but there is no need to join the group on the water if you don’t want to!
Our seasons are all year round, however, for the full day options we would recommend an event between April – October when the weather is warmer.
Reviews
I have just done the RYA Competent Crew course here, five-days aboard the 36-foot Beaufort Venture under the guidance of instructor Gary Curran. The whole week surpassed my expectations, and... read more I cannot praise Gary's teaching style highly enough. We covered the syllabus with clear, safety-focused instructions, followed by lots of hands-on practice. He was patient when things didn't always go right first time, and challenged us to step up our skills when he thought we were ready. We got lots and lots of sailing in conditions ranging from 10 to 30 knots of wind, and the Beaufort Venture is a comfortable and forgiving boat to sail. I won't name check my wonderful shipmates, but I can say that after this week of instruction and encouragement I've raised my sailing ambitions to a higher level. The INSS under Kenny Rumball are super-well organised, and supported us with all the advice, equipment, clothing and food we needed. A great week, and I strongly recommend the INSS to anyone wanting to start sailing or to build their skills.
PatrickKinsella June 1, 2017
My 12 year old goes to Saturday sailing club after doing summer camp. He’s hooked and absolutely loves it! The instructors are great and very good with the kids -... read more if you live locally with kids, it’s a no brainier!
Gary C October 8, 2022
I have just done the RYA Competent Crew course here, five-days aboard the 36-foot Beaufort Venture under the guidance of instructor Gary Curran. The whole week surpassed my expectations, and... read more I cannot praise Gary's teaching style highly enough. We covered the syllabus with clear, safety-focused instructions, followed by lots of hands-on practice. He was patient when things didn't always go right first time, and challenged us to step up our skills when he thought we were ready. We got lots and lots of sailing in conditions ranging from 10 to 30 knots of wind, and the Beaufort Venture is a comfortable and forgiving boat to sail. I won't name check my wonderful shipmates, but I can say that after this week of instruction and encouragement I've raised my sailing ambitions to a higher level. The INSS under Kenny Rumball are super-well organised, and supported us with all the advice, equipment, clothing and food we needed. A great week, and I strongly recommend the INSS to anyone wanting to start sailing or to build their skills.
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