Clyde Cruising Club Dinghy Section

At Clyde Cruising Club Dinghy Section offers something for everyone. Located on Bardowie Loch near Milngavie, Scotland, the club is known for its family-friendly atmosphere and exceptional training programmes.

The training at Clyde Cruising Club Dinghy Section is approved by the Royal Yachting Association, ensuring that members receive top-notch instruction. Evening classes are available for both children and adults, covering beginner lessons all the way up to racing techniques. During the summer holidays, the club also offers sailing lessons and fun activities for all ages.

Once you have completed the necessary training and are capable of sailing independently (RYA NSS2 / YSS3), you can take advantage of the club's fleet of boats or use your own. A steward is available on-site at designated times to provide assistance. Members can also apply to use the boat park for added convenience.

As a volunteer-run club, Clyde Cruising Club Dinghy Section keeps its course fees competitive, making sailing accessible for everyone. They expect members to lend a hand where they can, ensuring that sailing remains an enjoyable experience for all.

In addition to their training programmes, Clyde Cruising Club Dinghy Section also offers racing opportunities and disability sailing. Their racing programme allows members to participate in regattas, both at the club and in class events. Disability sailing is supported by the Seamanship and Pilotage Trust, which owns Bardowie Loch and its facilities.

When you join the dinghy section at Bardowie, you become a member of the Clyde Cruising Club as well, which was founded in 1909. As the largest sailing club in Scotland, the Clyde Cruising Club promotes yacht cruising and racing, fostering a strong sailing community. They organise cruising races and musters on the Clyde and the West Coast of Scotland, including the Scottish Series, a premier regatta for keelboats. The club also publishes sailing directions for various coasts in Scotland.

The Seamanship and Pilotage Trust, which owns Bardowie Loch, aims to support sailing, especially amongst young and disadvantaged individuals. They provide facilities and training, including the use of dinghies for disabled sailors. The trust also focuses on promoting safety at sea and education in pilotage and navigation.

With a dedicated team of RYA-qualified instructors, a strong sailing community, and stunning surroundings at Bardowie Loch, Clyde Cruising Club Dinghy Section is the perfect place to embrace the joy of dinghy sailing. Whether you're looking to learn, race, or relax on the water, this club has something for everyone.