RS Aero Fleet
Our aim is to give knowledge and confidence to sail
RLymYC RS Aero Fleet
The RS Aero is a single-handed built predominantly of fiberglass, the product of three years of design and development by RS Sailing. It has a cat rig, a raked stem, a vertical transom, a transom-hung rudder controlled by a tiller with a hiking stick extension and a retractable daggerboard. The RS Aero is a refined and durable boat that will suit any sailor between 35 and 95kg. It displaces 66 lb (30 kg) - less than the weight of an oppie!
The Aero can be fitted with one of three different rig and sail sizes to accommodate a range of sailors of different weights. The Aero 5 is designed for children and small sailors (35-55kg), with 5m2 of sail. The Aero 7 is designed for medium weight sailors (55-75kg) and has a sail area of 7.2m2. The Aero 9 is designed for heavy weight sailors (75-95kg) with a sail area of 8.6m2.
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Lymington Youth Aeros
Although a new fleet, the Lymington Youth Aeros have already achieved success on the national and international stage.
In 2019 and 2020 Tim Hire from Royal Lymington Yacht Club became RS Aero 7 National Youth Champion and 1st Youth at the National Championships. In 2020, Abby Hire became Junior National Aero 5 Champion and Tom Wharmby 1st Junior Boy.
Our Aero Fleet welcomes sailors transitioning from Optimists and Teras. Our aim is to give knowledge and confidence to sail a technically challenging and rewarding single-handed dinghy, to sail it well, to make friends, to have fun and develop lifelong skills that are common to many aspects of sailing.
Aero Coaching
Our Youth Aero Fleet is active throughout the season with regular coached training and racing opportunities.
Parents are encouraged to volunteer helming or crewing the safety ribs. Rib helms are required to have RYA PB2 and the club runs courses throughout the year, enabling interested parents in gaining this qualification (subsidised for Full/Family Members).
Aero Racing
Join our Aero 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 Aero Fleet Captain by email if you would like to find out more about Aero sailing in Lymington or to join the RLymYC Aero Fleet WhatsApp group, or call the club office on 01590 672677.
Consent and Safety Documents
Junior Consent Form
Adult Helper Consent Form
Health and Safety
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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