Open House
Totally Thames 2019
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Totally Thames is an annual celebration of the River Thames with a creative and diverse programme that inspires, connects and enthrals.
TOTALLY THAMES 2019 PROGRAMME ANNOUNCEMENT Totally Thames is back for another year to take the river by storm and fill it to the brim with events celebrating the lifeblood of London. With over 100 events stretching over the 42 mile length of the Thames in London and a mixture of arts, heritage, family and river events, there's something for everyone to enjoy this September.  VOLUNTEERS: JOIN US FOR TOTALLY THAMES 2019 Are you passionate about the Thames? Do you enjoy arts and cultural events, and interacting with the public? We're looking for enthusiastic and friendly volunteers help us bring the river to life during Totally Thames. You will be ambassadors at our events, providing information to audiences, assisting with the smooth running of events, and gathering audience feedback. Apply by Wednesday 31 July. Produced by  |
Training
The Club is a Royal Yachting Association recognised teaching establishment. We teach the basic dinghy and keel boat courses out on the Thames with our own qualified instructors, and have partnerships with Training organisations that offer Power Boat, VHF, First Aid and Day Skipper courses.
Practical Sailing
The 2019 programme. is now up on the calendar. Find the course you want then download an application form, and email it to the training email given. For keel boat training, we can do additional courses if we get four people interested. Just email training.
The next Day Skipper course starts on March 19th. It will run for eight Tuesdays, followed by an assessment weekend (May 11,12). If you would like to join a course click here, which will point you to their web site. Look for bookings and fill in the form (there is discount rate for club members). Nomad sailing also run all mannner of practical yachting courses.
Powerboat courses
Our powerboat courses are run by Tony Mason of Thames Active. Tony is a club member and full time professional trainer - himself trained by some of London's finest sailors.
First Aid VHF radio
These courses will be run twice a year and details are on the training pages or t the calendar. Book in the same way as the practical courses.
If you want to know more about any of our classes please speak to Brian Harrisson, or to Steve Wilson. They can be found around the club on Tusday nights, out on the water, or contacted via the website.
Staying Safe on the River
1. Wear a lifejacket that will inflate or a buoyancy aid that will take your weight
2. Wear appropriate footwear
3. Take a hand held radio or phone in a waterproof case
4. Tell someone where you are going
5. Ensure your tender is sea worthy
6. Always use your ‘kill cord’
7. Secure any luggage or large items that you may be transporting
8. On arrival, approach into the tide and secure tender with a bowline to your boat. Consider using a stern line as well
9. When secured. Choose your moment to disembark, check for passing clippers or wash to subside
10. Remember, one hand for you and one for the boat
