RS:X Open Training Event 3+TT Squad Selection - Weymouth Academy
Sat 13th - Sun 14th November
UKWA - RS:X Open training program 2010-11 In association with the RYA
The RS:X class will be running 8 open training events between September 2010 and end March 2011.The training will be similar to the sessions run last year, there will be four sessions per Christmas and four post.
The main difference this time is that the class will be hosting the Transitional Training Squad selection events i.e. there will be no separate selection events as in the past so if you want to be considered for the 2011 RS:X Transitional Squad the only way to qualify is to attend the three nominated selection events.
All of the 8 sessions will be open to all RS:X sailors. So everyone can attend all of the events if they wish.
Those sailors wishing to be part of the RS:X National Squad and all those sailors wishing to be part of the RS:X Transitional Training Squad must apply via the RYA in the normal way. For further details please see appendix 1
If you don't make the squads, don't despair, the point of the second four post Christmas open training sessions is fundamentally to support those sailors who for one reason or another find themselves outside of the squad systems, whilst welcoming any squad sailors who want to join in for extra training.
Dates & Venues
11/12 September @ Rutland (none selector)
30/31 October @ Carsington Water (selector 1)
13/14 November @ Weymouth (selector 2)
4/5 December @ Weymouth (selector 3)
4 further sessions will be held between January & end March 2011 primarily for the none selected sailors but will be open to all
How To Enter
Entry to the training sessions will be strictly in advance and will close at 10pm on the Monday prior to the event. To enter follow the links from the UKWA website www.ukwindsurfing.com which will take you to the dedicated Sailracer entry page.If you experience any difficulties e-mail racing-09@ukwindsurfing.com
Cost
The events are all supported by the RYA therefore the cost is only £45 for the two days training. Please note this is none residential and at some venues there will be a charge for overnight camping.
RS:X Demo Kit
The RS:X class has two full sets of RS:X 8.5 kit available for hire free of charge to potential RS:X sailors. This kit must be pre booked. The Class can also advise on the availability of second hand kit. For both e-mail racing-09@ukwindsurfing.com
Overseas Event 2010
The RS:X Class will be supporting the North Sea Cup Event at Wimereux near to Calais in France on 9th & 10th October 2010. The class will supply a safety/support boat and a coach. The first 6 sailors to register by e-mail at racing-09@ukwindsurfing.com will receive free entry. You need to make your own way to the event and provide your own accommodation, a NOR will be published by the French Federation shortly.
RSX Training Camp 2011
The RS:X Class will be running a 5 day training event at Weymouth in February 2011. This camp will be open to all RS:X sailors, further details to follow.
Appendix 1
Sailors wishing to be considered for the 2010/11 RYA Volvo National Youth Squad - Main (September) Entry Point (including current members) should complete an online application by going to www.ryaracingevents.org.uk and following the RYA Squad Applications link. Please note that we must receive a separate application from both helm and crew.
N.B. The closing date for Applications is after the last Class Primary or Secondary Indicator Event, whichever is later, for the specific Class you are applying for:
• RS:X 8.5 - 3rd October 2010• Laser Standard - 5th September 2010• Laser Radial - 17th October 2010• 420 - 12th September 2010• 29er - 5th September 2010*• Spitfire - 26th September 2010
*29er - Please note that the closing date has been extended to 5th September due to the availability of the selection committee. It is our intention to notify sailors as soon as possible after this date, but within 2 weeks.
For more information you can view the 2010/11 RYA Volvo National Youth Squad and RYA Volvo Tailored Support Selection Policy on the RYA website at: http://www.rya.org.uk/racing/youthjunior/squads/youth/Pages/Selection.aspx
Online applications for the RYA Volvo Transition Training Squads (Phase 2) are not opening until 1st November 2010. Dates of the RYA Volvo Class Open Transition Training weekends (Phase 1) will be posted on the RYA website as soon as they are confirmed.For further information please see: http://www.rya.org.uk/racing/youthjunior/squads/transition/Pages/Selection.aspx
Kind regards,
Fran
Frances WilsonRYA Senior Administrator, Youth Racing ProgrammeEmail: frances.wilson@rya.org.ukOffice: 02380 604170Fax: 02380 604290
Venue
Weymouth & Portland Sailing Academy.
WPNSA, Osprey Quay, Portland, Dorset, DT5 1SA Tel 01305 866000
About The Academy
WPNSA officially opened on 1st April 2000, with residence taken up in the converted ex-naval offices, whilst the plans for the new Academy were taking shape.
The brand new clubhouse was opened officially in June 2005 and is now fully operational with new external facilities including 30 pontoons, new slipways and much expanded room for boat storage and car parking.
The academy has excellent shower, toilet and changing facilities. In addition there is a cafe style restaurant with free wi-fi including use of two computers. A viewing deck overlooks the harbour.
There is no grass for rigging and although large carpet mats have been installed these soon get full so a rigging mat is always a good idea.
The slipways at Weymouth are generally extreamly slippy, so extra care should always be taken especially at low water.
WPNSA will host the sailing events for the London 2012 Olympic Games.
Academy Website
Directions
By Car From DorchesterTake A354 to WeymouthFrom Poole and BournemouthTake A352, which then becomes A353 to Weymouth From BridportTake B3157 to Weymouth
When you arrive at WeymouthTake the A354 to Portland. This will bring you to the causeway linking Weymouth and Portland. Halfway along the causeway you will reach a mini-roundabout. Turn left, we are signposted 'Sailing Academy'.
By BusWeymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy has it's own bus stop.
Camping
As you enter the Sailing Academy overnight camping is located in the large car park on your right. Conveniently kit can easily be carried to the rigging area and slipways just accross the access road. Trailers can be left in the trailer park before parking. There is a small charge made by the academy for overnight camping. Drinking water is avaiable nearby. Many pitches now have electric hook up. There must be one clear vehicle gap between each vehicle, in other words every other space must be left empty. Failure to comply will cause YOU much inconverience.
Accommodation
Turnstones B&B is walking distance away, other accommodation can be found at Visit Weymouth. Other options are Sky View apartments, Contemporary Cottages, Spinnaker House, Portland Roads and Dream Cottages. Portlandholidaylet.co.uk has a listing of B&Bs and other accomodation.
Windsurfing Friendly Accommodation
We have been contacted by the Venue on Portland that has offered discounted accommodation rates for Windsurfers as detailed below.
The Venue on Portland, has now opened a new wing with 29 en-suite double/twin or single bedrooms over two floors. All rooms are fullyaccessible and each floor has access to a common area which has TV/DVDplayers and lounge furniture as well as free wi-fi access. Additionally, each floor has access to a full wet/dry facility allowing sailors to washdown their kit after sailing and hang it to dry. There is ample free parkingon-site as well as a bar and restaurant, which will serve you a continental breakfast each morning and is open for those wishing to have dinner in the evening.
The facility is less than 10 minutes from the sailing centre and isoffered at an exclusive rate of £40 per room per night, B&B.For further information and to book please contact Gary Vaughan(garyv@travelplaces.co.uk) or Melissa Beadsworth(melissab@travelplaces.co.uk).