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MAY LONG WEEKEND COURSESEnjoy a long weekend RYA Windsurfing, RYA Sailing or Intro to Paddlesport course at FirbushFriday 18th - Tuesday 22nd May 2018
INCLUDES ACCOMMODATION
AND MEALS
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MAY LONG WEEKEND COURSESDuring the traditional May Long Weekend holiday, University of Edinburgh Sport & Exercise provides a programme of weekend courses at our adventure sports centre at Firbush Point. With panoramic views of Loch Tay and the Ben Lawers mountain range, Firbush is situated in six acres of woodland on the lochside, three miles from the village of Killin in Perthshire. With direct access to the loch and surrounding mountains, we offer the opportunity to complete a variety of courses, as well as the opportunity to relax and unwind in this beautiful location.
RYA WINDSURFING(Start Windsurfing, Intermediate Non-Planing & Additional Coaching
Clinics). This 4 day RYA course is suitable for complete beginners
through to Intermediate/advanced performers (using planing
techniques). The emphasis is on “time on the water” underpinned
by on shore simulators and lectures. All equipment and full rescue
cover is provided.
RYA SAILING (Level 1, 2 & Advanced Sailing Modules)
Whether you are new to sailing or have previous experience, these
four days will allow you to progress and gain new experience and
competencies in a friendly safe and relaxed environment. Dependent
on the weather and groups wishes/aims, some of the following RYA
certificates maybe achievable: Start Sailing / Basic Skills / Better
Sailing Day Sailing / Seamanship Skills / Sailing with Spinnakers.
AN INTRODUCTION TO PADDLESPORTSAn introduction to paddlesports on the lochs and rivers around Loch
Tay. The course will be delivered using a range of different venues
and craft. From flat water trips in open canoes and touring kayaks
to introductory white water kayaking. The course would suit both
enthusiastic beginners and those with some paddling experience.
There may also be opportunity to gain nationally recognised
certification in paddlesports.
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A TYPICAL COURSE PROGRAMME
Friday 20.00 Soup & roll
Friday 21.15 Instructor introduction
COURSES RUN SAT/SUN/MON/TUES
Tuesday 16.00 Courses end
Tuesday 16.30 Afternoon tea
Tuesday 17.15 Departure
Please arrive between 18.45 - 19.30 on Friday
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RATES
University of Edinburgh Students £192.00University of Edinburgh Staff / Non-UoE Students £212.00Sport & Exercise Members £212.00University of Edinburgh Alumni £238.00Non-University £259.00
MAY LONG WEEKEND RATES 2018Course costs include instruction, meals and accommodation.
BOOK YOUR PLACE
To book your place simply complete the relevant application form(s) and return them to [email protected]
CANCELLATION POLICY
This course requires full payment at the time of registration. Cancellations will be accepted with 50% retention up to 4 weeks prior to commencement of the course. After this date we regret that we will be unable to refund any cancellations.
Payment (course fee/optional personal accident insurance @ £4.22)Payment must be made by Credit/Debit card and we will contact you for details.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
ACCOMMODATION
Your accommodation will be in 4-bed rooms (bunk beds), each provided with clean linen, duvets, cupboard space and a wash basin. On the same floor there are toilets and shower facilities and in the basement there are separate male and female changing and shower areas adjacent to a communal drying room. You should bring your own towels and toiletries.
MEALS
FRIDAY
Soup & roll
SATURDAY-MONDAY
Breakfast cereal (choice), toast, cooked meal, tea and coffee.
Packed lunch provided
3 course meal
TUESDAY
Breakfast Cereal (choice), toast, cooked meal, tea and coffee.
Packed lunch provided
Afternoon Tea
GENERAL INFORMATION
1 On arrival please report to the Duty Instructor with your completed Declaration Forms which are essential to conform to licensing, safety and fire regulations.
2 All private vehicles should be left in the upper car park thus ensuring access to the building by emergency vehicles at all times.
3 Residents should read the fire drill instructions which are situated on the back of all cabin doors and beside all fire alarms.
4 For Health and Safety reasons a NO SMOKING POLICY applies throughout the main buildings and basement at Firbush.
5 We have our own bar at Firbush but the Licensing (Scotland) Act (2005) prohibits Firbush from allowing residents to bring in private supplies of alcohol. Drinks at Firbush are reasonably priced. Please co-operate with us by not bringing alcohol to Firbush.
6 The Centre is not resourced to deal with family pets and we expressly request that you do not bring animals to Firbush.
DIETARY REQUIREMENTS
If you or any members of your family are vegetarian, please indicate this on your application form.
FURTHER ENQUIRIES
If you have any questions regarding your visit then please do not hesitate to contact the Firbush Office.
Mon 09.00 - 14.00Tue-Fri 09.00 - 17.00
[email protected] T: 0131 650 2594
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FURTHER INFORMATION
WHAT TO BRING
Pack for a normal weekend away but then add spare clothes and warm socks (wool or polypropylene). You’ll also need an old pair of training shoes or a pair of wetsuit boots for water activities. (Woollen socks with old training shoes are just as warm as wetsuit boots and no less comfortable). You might need a couple of clothes changes a day if the weather is unkind, so make sure you don’t skimp on warm tops.
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Watersports dress usually conforms to a
standard pattern
- A wetsuit with one or two layers of long sleeved
warm clothing on top, worn over a swimsuit.
- Old training shoes worn over wool socks
or wetsuit boots
- A waterproof anorak appropriate to
the activity is recommended.
Over the years we have had sunshine, rain and snow
in almost equal amounts during the May Long Weekend,
so make sure you prepare for good weather as well
as bad. Sunblock should be an essential item on
everyone’s kit list, so pack the waterproof type
and keep your fingers crossed!
Firbush will provide a bed with duvet and fitted sheet,
but don’t forget to bring your own soap, shampoo and
other toiletries, together with a couple of towels. If your
course is based at the Centre there are facilities for
making tea and coffee at lunchtime, but if your activity
involves travel from Firbush you might wish to bring
your own thermos flask which you can fill in the morning.
Specialist equipment (buoyancy, wetsuits, shell clothing,
etc.) is provided for all courses.