Sailing is for posh people

Originally posted by maxibuddah Originally posted by sandgrounder Apparently sailing clubs (and golf clubs) can be a very intimidating environment if you happen to come from an ethnic minority. Is that due to poshness, ignorance or lack of education? It's a great shame really - I've been made to feel very welcome at sailing clubs around the world. They can be very intimidating full stop. Usually not very welcoming or inclusive. People always seem to "look" at you in a strange manner rather than welcoming you.

We are super welcoming while we asses social standing and monetary wealth. Then we have 2 doors. One to the tea and the other into the deepest part of the lake.

I tried to go sailing at my other club today but as I went past the coxswain he told me not to go afloat as the hooter warning the closing of the water was about to sound.  The hooter duly sounded after ten minutes, and the water closed half an hour after that.  All I wanted was enough water time to hoist, gybe and lower the kite to check everything was doing what it should.  Effectively, at half past two, I was told to go home.  

Its a scone, (own) and cream first, ALWAYS !!

Originally posted by winging it I tried to go sailing at my other club today but as I went past the coxswain he told me not to go afloat as the hooter warning the closing of the water was about to sound.  The hooter duly sounded after ten minutes, and the water closed half an hour after that.  All I wanted was enough water time to hoist, gybe and lower the kite to check everything was doing what it should.  Effectively, at half past two, I was told to go home.