420 Fleet
Single-design, hiking, spinnaker boat ideal for youths and parent-child teams.
RLymYC 420 Fleet
The 420 is a fun, exciting trapeze boat to sail whether you want to learn your trade as a helm or a crew. From tuning and trimming your sails, planing upwind and developing great team work, the 420 develops a range of skills that will stand you in good stead whatever sailing you go on to do. Racing locally, competing on the youth circuit in the UK or traveling abroad - the opportunities to get on the water are endless.
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420 sailing in Lymington
The Lymington 420s have over the years produced some excellent sailors, including 2019 World Champions, Milly Boyle and Vita Heathcote.
Our 420 Fleet welcomes sailors transitioning from other youth fleets, including Optimists and Fevas. The aim of the Royal Lymington 420 Fleet is to give knowledge and confidence to sail a technically challenging and rewarding double-handed dinghy, to sail it well, to make friends, to have fun and develop lifelong skills that are common to many aspects of sailing.
420 Coaching
Lymington boasts an active group of 420 sailors, boys and girls, with a range of abilities - from those starting out in a new boat, to some of the best in the country. Regular coaching and training is offered within the club and once sailors have mastered the boat they can move onto the racing circuit and work towards qualifying for a 420 Class Association Squad or the RYA Youth Squad, and they can then continue to use club training to supplement their other training. A range of training is on offer:
- parent supported sailor led training
- formal training for the local fleet
- open class training hosted at RLymYC
420 Racing
Join our 420 Fleet
- Discounted family membership rates
- Children under 18 join for free with family membershipBenefits include subsidised coaching, full use of club facilities, access to dinghy storage parks, club boats, and SUPs for hire
- Discounted rates for training coursesInclusion in adventure sailing and social programmes
- Full members enjoy waterfront facilities like overnight mooring, launch service, boatmen services, and discounted crane use
- Join us to learn more about membership opportunities
- Children can join as Junior Members
- Annual subscription cost is equivalent to a buoyancy aid
- Benefits include slightly subsidised coaching
- Contact Fleet Captains via email for more information or to join the RLymYC Oppie Fleet WhatsApp group
- Club office can be reached at 01590 672677
- Fleet Captains: Fanny Rogers, Kevin Coster, Becky Hutchinson
- Head Coach: Hugh Styles (h2sailingteam@gmail.com)
- International Optimist Class Association: https://www.optimist.org.uk
Please do get in touch with the 420 Fleet Captain if you would like to find out more about sailing 420 in Lymington or call the club office on 01590 672677.
If you are thinking of buying a 420 or would like to join in with club training we welcome non-members to training alongside our club members, please contact the Fleet Captain.
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Junior Consent Form
Adult Helper Consent Form
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Dine with Us
Open to visiting sailors, members and their guests, our family friendly restaurant, bar and sun terraces enjoy world class views of Lymington River and the Solent. Locally sourced ingredients, discounted members prices and a relaxed atmosphere await your visit.
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