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 ROYAL
YACHTING ASSOCIATION
Dockland Scout Project
(DSP) is a Royal Yachting Association (RYA) recognised
teaching establishment, staffed by fully qualified
instructors following the RYA syllabus. Recognition
indicates that the DSP meets the strict RYA criteria for
quality of boats, equipment, safety and of course tuition
- we are inspected annually and continue to pass with
honour. RYA standards are not only recognised in the UK
but overseas by members of the International Sailing
Schools Association.
COURSE DURATION,
ACCOMMODATION & FOOD
The courses listed herein
start at 20.00 on Friday and conclude at approximately
17.00 on Sunday. All courses and their cost
include provision of overnight accommodation aboard our HQ
Training Ship "Lord Amory" and full catering by
our professional team. (unless stated as non-residential).
RYA
ASSESSMENTS
Special instruction
sessions and assessments can be arranged in most of the
craft available at DSP. This will involve additional
assessment fee and cost for items such as logbooks,
certificates, badges, etc.
DINGHY SAILING COURSES
The winds of the dock are
for all from the feeblest beginner to the potential
instructor, calling on a large selection of Wayfarers,
Bosuns, Optimists and Toppers. The following three courses
are part of the RYA National Dinghy Scheme which is
progressive from Level 1 to Level 5.
 BRITISH
CANOE UNION
Canoeing is an exciting,
adventurous and recreational activity, much of which
derives from the environment around you. The unique and
calm waters of the West India and Millwall Docklands
provide these opportunities in a safe environment for
beginners and for those with more skills.
The Dockland Scout Project
(DSP) Canoeing Instruction Team are all members of the
British Canoe Union (BCU) Coaching Scheme. The training
available is comprehensive, catering from the complete
beginner BCU 1 Star through to potential Level 3 Coach. The
majority of our sizeable canoe fleet are Kayaks (Eskimo),0
but we do also have several Canadian (open) Canoes.
THE COURSES AVAILABLE
BCU
1 and 2 Star Courses
BCU
3 Star and Higher
Other courses can be
arranged if there is sufficient demand to make a course
viable. Please give us a call and ask.
COURSE DURATION,
ACCOMMODATION & FOOD
Most of our courses start
at 20.00 on Friday and conclude at approximately 17.00 on
Saturday or Sunday.
The cost of all courses
includes provision of overnight accommodation aboard our
HQ Training Ship "Lord Amory" and full catering
by our professional team. A short excursion to a nearby
indoor activity centre, for capsize practice, is also
included in the course package.
BCU ASSESSMENTS
Special instruction
sessions and assessments can be arranged in most of the
craft available at DSP. This will involve an additional
assessment fee and cost for items such as certificates and
badges, etc.
SAFETY ON THE WATER
& BOATING EQUIPMENT
The Scout Association POR
Rule 42 applies at DSP. The waters within the West India
Docks are classified as B1. A safety boat, with a
qualified coxswain, is on the water during all water activity
sessions.
DSP, in common with most
Scout Groups, Districts and Counties, does not need a
license under the Adventure Activities Regulations 1996. Our water activity craft
and safety equipment are regularly checked and maintained
to meet the appropriate safety standards.
The use of own boats
and/or safety equipment is possible - you must check with
us at the time of booking.
THOSE WITH SPECIAL
NEEDS
The majority of water
activities offered can be made available to those with
Special Needs - please seek our advice at the time of
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