Under the current L3 restrictions we are allowed to run coaching groups of up to 10, with no limit on household bubbles within this group.
We believe we can run some of our more experienced coaching groups under these conditions, and have therefore decided to allow our LTR programme to start on the 23rd October.
This is exciting news. A lot of other sport has be cancelled so now’s the time to get a boat and join LTR for the summer.
The rules
If we are beginning under the current L3 rules, there are still strict guidelines for all of us to follow:
On land
LTR will be split into two distinct groups who must remain separate while rigging on land.
Each group will have a maximum of 9 sailors and must remain in their assigned area, with their assigned coach.
Always try to maintain a safe 2m distance with your own group.
Parents are not considered part of the group and must not be present.
All key information will be shared in an introductory ZOOM meeting.
Masks must be worn on land.
Coaches will be wearing masks all the time, including on the water.
No one shall enter our club facilities at any time.
Sailing gear can be left on the small deck if you wish.
This includes the boat shed.
Public toilets are open, our ones are not.
You must scan in if over the age of 12.
On the water we will sail together.
Enrolments
I have said in the past that people can tag along on the first session before enrolling. Unfortunately I cannot have anyone on our coach boats, nor offer club boats, and groups have to be strictly managed under L3.
Therefore you must have your own boat, and you must be enrolled by the 18th in order to join in.
It is not too late to get a boat and I am always here to help!
You will receive your very own starter pack on the day.
Frequency
It seems unlikely that you might have many engagements on your calendar at present, so we are considering sailing both on Saturday and Sunday on calendar weekends. You can leave your boats with me to put in the clubhouse overnight. This way we can really get the practice up and make up for lost sailing days earlier in the year.
Please respond with issues or comments - I would like to know whether this might work.
Safety
Now is the time to replace any flat buoyancy bags or faulty gear in your boat. I will not allow you to go out if your boat is not safe. We want to try and minimise the risk of rescue situations forcing us to break distancing rules.
Insurance of your gear is also a safe thing to do - I insure my boat with AMI and it’s pretty cheap and easy with them.
Introductory ZOOM meet up
I will be doing an introduction for parents and kids on ZOOM next week to get you all excited about the season to come, and answer any of your questions. Please enrol by the 18th to receive the ZOOM link.
Lastly I am really looking forward to seeing you all sailing again at FBYC soon.
Thanks,
Coach Hamish