Blackwater Sailing Club hosts successful Open Day 2025
by Gay Ayton 30 May 08:09 BST
17 May 2025
Blackwater SC hosts successful Open Day © Zoe Nelson
The Blackwater Sailing Club is delighted to announce that it hosted a successful Open Day on 17 May at its stunning location at Heybridge Basin. The event welcomed over 180 visitors of all ages, offering them a relaxed and friendly introduction to the joys of dinghy sailing at the family-friendly Club.
With gorgeous sunshine and a light breeze, the conditions were perfect for newcomers to experience life on the water. They had the opportunity to enjoy free taster sessions sailing in a variety of dinghies on the Club's large freshwater training lake as well as a trip out on the River Blackwater in power boats- all under the guidance of experienced members and RYA-qualified instructors.
Onshore, families enjoyed demonstrations, one-to-one chats with the Club's officials and other members, guided tours of the Club's outstanding facilities and clubhouse as well as enjoying refreshments and homemade cakes overlooking the river - cakes and sailing are always a good combination!
"We were thrilled with the turnout and enthusiasm, said Joe Bird, Rear Commodore of the Club. "It's always inspiring to see so many people, young and old, taking to the water for the first time and discovering what makes our sport so rewarding. We're pleased to welcome new members and help them develop their confidence and skills on the water."
Many of the visitors expressed interest in joining the Club with a number of new memberships and training courses signed up on the day. Kevin, one of the visitors exclaimed: "It was a super Saturday event and the Club could not have been shown in a better light nor have been more welcoming, thank you!"
The Club offers a wide range of sailing opportunities all year round. The Sailing School which is RYA-affiliated, covers dingy sailing, powerboat tuition and first aid training for adults and children and as an RYA British Training Club, it helps develop the champions of the future.
For further information about visiting and joining the Club, contact
or visit www.blackwatersailingclub.org.uk
Blackwater Sailing Club, Heybridge Basin, Maldon, Essex CM9 4SD