YOUNG people in Hartlepool are being offered an opportunity to learn how to sail.

Hartlepool Council's Sport and Physical Activity Team has joined forces with Tees and Hartlepool Yacht Club to stage two two-day courses suitable for both advanced sailors and beginners. The courses run from 9.30am-4.30pm on Monday April 7 and Tuesday April 8 and on Monday April 14 and Tuesday April 15. People wishing to take part have the option of attending on April 7/8, April 14/15 or both. The course costs £60 for two days or £100 for all four. Daniel Garthwaite, Sport and Physical Activity Officer with Hartlepool Council, said: "The courses will cover sailing theory, rigging, rope work, sailing techniques and manoeuvres, boat launching and recovery, meteorology, clothing and equipment and capsize recovery. "Those who successfully complete a course will have a basic understanding of boat handling techniques and a range of other background knowledge. They will also obtain a recognised qualification, while those attending both courses will obtain further qualifications." Anyone wishing to book a place or who wants to find out more should contact Micky Early on 07743462763 or email: training@thyc.org.uk