Cara na Mara

Cara Na Mara

The primary aim of our Cara na Mara (friends of the sea) program is to introduce young sailors to the water and boating in general in a controlled and safe environment. This course is four days long and each session is two hours. Our little sailors will be with our instructors the entire time where they will have fun whilst learning new skills. Each day an instructor will focus on a specific learning area: where they should put their body weight, what the mainsheet does and how the tiller works. The day starts off with ice breaker games, followed by on water activities. If weather permits, the kids do a boat trip to the seal hut.

“Our daughter Francesca started at Cara na Mara very young and has progressed through Learn to Sail each holidays. Now 7, she is confident in a boat solo and has had a huge amount of fun along the way, making friends and developing resilience. Under David White’s stewardship, the program is well organised and packed with brilliant young instructors.” Christine Fleer.

What To Bring

Beach clothes – wear something that you don’t mind getting wet and will keep you warm on cold days. Swimming clothes such as board shorts, rash top and bathers, doubling up on layers if you can. A wetsuit is perfect if you have one.
A change of clothes and shoes.
Towel.
Water bottle and snacks.
Hat – to keep you warm and protect you from the sun.
Sunscreen or zinc.
A positive attitude and be ready for lots of fun!