Burton SC at Foremark Reservoir is holding a Discover Sailing Windsurfing or Paddleboarding Open Day on the 18th April 2026 from 10AM to 4PM.
This is an excellent way to find out if you like sailing or windsufing before joining as a club member and booking on one of our RYA Dinghy or Windsurfing courses to teach you to become a competent sailor. Our Discover Sailing Sessions provide you with the ideal opportunity to try out sailing whether your aspirations are as a relaxing hobby or to become a keen racer.
During a sailing session you will get a taste of the basics of sailing. You will experience dinghy sailing with an experienced sailor to show you the ropes. This session will give you the chance to crew and control the jib (the front sail).
During the windsurfing session you will get to go on a land based simulator as well as venturing out onto the water and trying it for real on a stable board with a smallish sail under the guidance of experienced windsurfers and instructors.
Whether you are sailing for the first time, or sailing again after a break, you can be sure of a warm and friendly welcome. Our Discover Sailing Open Day coincides with the RYA Discover Sailing Promotion and is completely free. The ideal introduction to sailing, windsurfing or paddleboarding and offers an informal, yet structured opportunity to have a go and discover the joy and excitement of the three sports.
We are open from 10am until 4pm for refreshments and a chat. We recommend you pre-book an "on the water" slot. Sessions start at 10:00 and are divided into three periods:
- Morning (10:00-12:00)
- Midday (12:00-14:00)
- Afternoon (14:00-16:00)
If you book a session please arrive promptly in time for the start of your session. Both Sailing and windsurfing sessions will begin with a pre sail safety briefing followed by sailing activity and end with a follow up discussion where we can give you details on membership and RYA dinghy sailing & windsurfing courses and answer any questions you may have.
There is no charge for these sessions.
Age Limitations
Children under the age of 14 years are welcome to attend when participating with their family. Children aged 14 years and over may participate on their own; however all under 16's must be accompanied on land during the day.
Accessing the Club
Burton SC is located at Foremark Reservoir. The sailing club has a separate access point from the public entrance. The public entrance is on the Eastern side of the reservoir wheras the Sailing club entrance is on the Western side at the bottom of the dip in Repton Rd linking Ticknall and Milton. For detailed instructions on travelling to Burton Sailing club visit the club website maps and directions page.
There is ample parking at the club site.
What to Bring
For the sailing session a buoyancy aid will be provided, and we recommend wearing comfortable clothes and footwear that you don’t mind getting wet (just in case!). If the weather isn’t very warm a windproof coat would be beneficial.
For the windsurfing session buoyancy aids wetsuits and spray tops will be provided, but please bring neoprene boots or shoes or trainers that you don’t mind getting wet, swimwear and t-shirt or rash vest to go under the wetsuit.
You should bring a towel and maybe some spare clothes (particularly if you are bringing children). There will be changing facilities on site. Sun hat and sun cream are also important if the forcast is sunny or a warm hat and gloves if the weather is likely to be cold. You will be able to purchase refreshments on site (tea, coffee, BBQ, cakes etc) so small amount of cash or card will be handy.
How to Contact the Organisers
Email us:
Do I need to Bring any Printed Session Tickets
No
Cancellation of a Session by the Booker
If you find you are no longer able to attend a session you have booked please contact us to cancel your session. We may be able to offer you an alternative session.
Cancellation of the Open Day by Burton Sailing Club
Should the local weather forecast predict unsuitable conditions (prior to the event) or if in the view of the Burton SC Safety Team Leader the weather conditions (on the day) are deemed not to be appropriate for any of the above activities to be experienced in a safe manner, then Burton Sailing Club reserve the right to cancel the event in its entirety. Compensation claims for cancellation will not be entertained. Burton Sailing Club will endeavor to reschedule the event if this is the case.
What Next
Interested, then please proceed to the registration form to confirm your free discover sailing/windsurfing session